Explore Nationwide instant access accounts

Apply for an instant access savings account with Nationwide.
Get unlimited withdrawals and easy access to your money.

We’ve found 3 savings accounts for you

AccountInterest rateWithdrawal limitsHow to manage the accountWho can applyLearn more and apply

FlexOne Saver

Instant access children’s savings account. Save up to £5,000.
5.00%
AER/gross a year (variable)
Unlimited withdrawals.Online and branchFlexOne account holders aged 11 to 17.

Flex Instant Saver

Instant access savings account with a 12-month term. For existing current account customers only.
2.30%
AER/gross a year (variable)
Unlimited withdrawals.OnlineNationwide current account holders aged 16 or over who apply online.

Instant Access Saver

Instant access savings account where the interest rate depends on your account balance and applies to the whole balance.
£0.01 - £9,999.99
1.10%
AER/gross a year (variable)
£10,000.00 - £49,999.99
1.15%
AER/gross a year (variable)
£50,000.00+
1.20%
AER/gross a year (variable)
Unlimited withdrawals.Online and branchUK residents aged 16 or over.

FlexOne Saver

Instant access children’s savings account. Save up to £5,000.

Interest rate

5.00%
AER/gross a year (variable)

Withdrawal limits

Unlimited withdrawals.

How to manage the account

Online and branch

Who can apply

FlexOne account holders aged 11 to 17.

Flex Instant Saver

Instant access savings account with a 12-month term. For existing current account customers only.

Interest rate

2.30%
AER/gross a year (variable)

Withdrawal limits

Unlimited withdrawals.

How to manage the account

Online

Who can apply

Nationwide current account holders aged 16 or over who apply online.

Instant Access Saver

Instant access savings account where the interest rate depends on your account balance and applies to the whole balance.

Interest rate

£0.01 - £9,999.99
1.10%
AER/gross a year (variable)
£10,000.00 - £49,999.99
1.15%
AER/gross a year (variable)
£50,000.00+
1.20%
AER/gross a year (variable)

Withdrawal limits

Unlimited withdrawals.

How to manage the account

Online and branch

Who can apply

UK residents aged 16 or over.

What is an instant access savings account?

Get easy access anytime

Get unlimited withdrawals and easy access to your money. You can also withdraw funds anytime without reducing your interest rate or locking away your money.

Your interest rate can change

Your interest rate is variable, meaning it can go up or down. We generally calculate interest daily and pay it annually, so the more money you keep in the account, the more you earn. Limited access and fixed rate savings accounts could offer higher interest rates.

Who they are for

Savers with short-term savings goals, those who want to always be able to access their money and those who want an emergency fund.

Frequently asked questions

Explore other savings accounts

Limited access savings accounts
Only make a certain number of withdrawals without reducing your interest rate.

Fixed rate savings accounts
Deposit a lump sum and lock it away for an interest rate that is fixed for the term of the account.

Cash ISAs
Earn tax-free interest payments on up to £20,000 this tax year with a Nationwide cash ISA.

Children’s savings accounts
Help your child start saving for their future or put some money away for them in a savings account for parents. We do not currently offer Junior ISAs.

Compare all savings accounts

Explore our range of savings accounts, ISAs and bonds to find the best account for you today.

Why we’re a good way to save

  1. We save our best rates for members

    Our top savings accounts are only for existing members, and we won't offer ‘new customer only’ savings accounts. Because as a mutual, we are owned by our members.

    Compare our interest rates
  2. We can alert you when things change

    Sign up to SavingsWatch and we can tell you about new savings accounts and when our rates change.

    Register for alerts
  1. We make saving easier with app tools

    The Nationwide app is designed to make saving easier. Set trackable goals to help you save towards what matters or save your change using round-ups and quick save with a Nationwide current account.

    Discover our app tools
  2. We offer a rate guarantee when you stick with us

    When your fixed rate bond or ISA is due to mature, if our rate changes between when we contact you and maturity, you will get the better rate. You just need to get back to us by your maturity date.

    Explore our savings promises

Help for customers

If you already have a Nationwide savings account, we are here to support you.

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Looking after your money

We're committed to keeping your money safe. And as well as the security you get from us, you're also protected by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS).

This means the money across all your Nationwide and Virgin Money accounts is covered up to £120,000 per eligible person (or a combined £240,000 for joint accounts). This applies if we're unable to meet our financial commitments or stop trading.