Personal loans for weddings

From finding the perfect wedding dress to choosing the ideal venue, every couple deserves to have their dream wedding.

Whether you’re planning a grand celebration or something low key, the cost of a wedding can easily add up. The average cost in the UK is said to be around £19,000.

A personal loan can help cover some or all of the following costs:

• Wedding dress and bridesmaids’ dresses
• Church or registry office fee
• Venue hire
• Accommodation
• Transport
• Flowers
• Evening reception
• Entertainment
• Honeymoon

A loan could offer some peace of mind that your financial needs have been catered for leaving you to focus on your big day. Before taking out a personal loan, you should consider the ongoing financial commitment. Make sure you think about whether you'll be able to afford the loan repayments. You can use our calculator to work out how much your monthly repayments would be.

Why choose Sainsbury’s Bank for a wedding loan?

• From 6.0% APR representative for Nectar members when you borrow £7,500 - £15,000 for 1–5 years
• You can pay back your loan over 1-7 years (depending on your loan value) with manageable, fixed monthly instalments
• You can borrow between £1,000 - £40,000 if you’re a Nectar member, non-Nectar members can borrow up to £25,000
• No application or arrangement fee
• You could get your money in as little as 2 hours, or the next business day, if you’ve been accepted
• Our loan application is quick and easy to complete, you can sign your agreement online, and upload any documents we might need

Can you afford a wedding loan?

Before applying you should make sure you can afford to make the repayments each month. Making a list of your incomings and outgoings will allow you to see how much money you and your partner have to spare and will help you budget.

It’s important to look at:

• Interest rate and charges (APR)
• Length of the loan term
• Penalties for missed payments
• Early repayment options

Depending on how much you can afford and your budget, you could maybe borrow £10,000, £15,000 or £20,000 towards the cost of your wedding. 

Calculate your big day interest payments

Use our calculator to figure out the interest you could pay so you know if a bank loan for your wedding is the right choice for you and your partner.

In just a few clicks, our eligibility checker will work out what your interest rate could be and how likely you are to be accepted – without harming your credit score.

Find out what your monthly payments could be – and how much you’ll repay in total. Hopefully, this could help you budget for your wedding and your future as a couple.

All quotations given are for illustrative purposes only.

Applying for a joint loan application? Please note, your application may take longer to process.

Which loan option is right for your wedding budget?

The interest rate of a loan will depend on how much you borrow. Discover which option best suits your budget and wedding plans.

Ready to say ‘I do’?

Being approved for a loan will depend on a variety of factors. This may include your current financial situation, your employment status and credit history. It’s best to check your own credit rating before applying for a loan to check whether you are likely to be accepted. Multiple applications and refusals can signal financial trouble or fraud and can impact your chances of being approved for a loan.

Experian, Equifax and TransUnion can provide a credit report for a fee. Or you can find some sites offer a free service to check your credit score.

You can also find out how likely you are to be accepted for a Sainsbury's Bank Loan, without affecting your credit score, before you apply. From 6.0% APR representative for Nectar members when you borrow £7,500 - £15,000 for 1–5 years.

Tips for wedding planning

We know organising your special day takes a lot of time, especially if you’re planning an outdoor wedding or getting married abroad. To help you get married without a hitch, our guides break down everything you need to get started.

Outdoor weddings

From picking the venue to preparing for the weather, our guide breaks down everything you need for a wedding outside.

Getting married abroad

A wedding abroad is a unique experience as each country has its own laws. Make sure you have all the information you need before you start planning your wedding day abroad.

Apply for a wedding loan

We want you to be confident in your decision for a wedding loan. Check out the lending criteria and take time to understand how the loan terms work.

Helpful guides

Our guides can help you look into your personal loan options.