applying is simple

before you start

Now that you're about to start an application for your credit card, and for your convenience online servicing, there are certain things you need to know about our credit cards and that we're legally obliged to make available to you. That's why we ask you to read our terms and conditions and  data protection statement.

Remember, it's 0% p.a. for 10 months on purchases 15.9% APR typical variable plus 5.94% p.a. for life of balances transferred in first 6 months. Any balances transferred after the first 6 months will be charged at either 15.94% p.a. variable, 17.95% p.a. variable or 19.95% p.a. variable, depending on your personal circumstances.

to apply for a Sainsbury's Bank Platinum credit card you must be over 18 and have:

•  your bank/building society account details
• details of any credit cards or store cards you have
• any loan repayment details
• your employer's name and address
• a permanent UK address
• not been declined for credit in the last month
• no history of bad credit like arrears, county court judgements (CCJ's), default or bankruptcy.

registering for online servicing

Online servicing enables you to login and manage your accounts at your own convenience. You can register for online servicing when you apply online. Remember you'll need your email address.

	option 1: already registered online Login to my accounts to apply for a Platinum Credit Card. We will already have many of your details, making your application quicker & easier. If you don't remember your username or password please contact the Online Helpdesk on 0845 850 0092
	option 2: apply & register online Apply for a Platinum Credit Card & register for Sainsbury's Bank Online. Note you must have an email address to use this option.
	option 3: apply only Apply for a Platinum Credit Card
	other ways to apply by phone call 0800 032 1365 quoting YB0750911T Lines are open 8am-10pm, 7 days a week

will my details be secure?

Rest assured, every online credit card application is protected by 128-bit encryption software.

After you've completed your online application, we'll carry out a credit check. And once that's approved, we'll send you the completed application (so you can sign it) along with a copy of our terms and conditions.

Please note the online application form does not support Netscape browsers.

Please note that should you decide to apply for Credit Care or Card Care during your online credit card application, the sale and administration of this insurance will be undertaken by Bank of Scotland plc. Your policy will be underwritten by St. Andrew's Insurance plc and St. Andrew's Life Assurance plc. Sainsbury's Bank plc, Registered Office, 33 Holborn, London EC1N 2HT (registered in England, no. 3279730)  is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (FSA).

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