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A joint loan is an option for those who want to share the responsibility of a loan. Whether you’re a couple, friends or family members, a joint loan could help you put your plans in action.
Although you can’t apply for a joint loan online, you can apply over the phone. You can also still manage your loan with Online Banking, and our mobile and tablet apps. Find out how to apply for a Personal Loan as a single applicant.
6.6% APR representative for loans of £7,500 to £25,000 over 1 to 5 years
Find out how to apply for a Personal Loan as a single applicant.
You can apply for a joint loan over the phone by calling 0345 604 7292. Lines are open 8am-10pm seven days a week.
Find out how to apply for a Personal Loan as a single applicant.
Our loan calculator could give you an idea of monthly payments and APR. Try it now and apply online.
You can use a joint loan for just about anything. For example, perhaps you’d like to do some home improvements, pay for your dream wedding or buy a car. However, there are some restrictions.
We will not lend for:
These limits apply whether you want to borrow money for yourself, or to support someone else. For example, you can't take a loan and give those funds to a family member as a deposit for a house.
Yes, a joint loan can be a good way to reduce the number of debts you both have. Consolidating your debts means you’ll only have one single monthly payment at a single rate of interest.
However, if you pay off a debt that has a lower rate of interest than the loan then you could end up paying more overall.
We have more information on managing debts and money worries as well as details on applying for a debt consolidation loan as a single applicant.
Taking out a joint loan may mean you can afford a larger amount due to your combined incomes. However, it does mean you are sharing the responsibility of paying it back, so it’s important to make sure it’s the right option for you both.
If you’re approved for a joint loan, your credit files will be linked. If you apply for credit in your own name in the future, a credit search would be able to see the other person’s credit history and take that into account as well as your own. Any missed repayments would also show up on both credit files.
You will also still need to pay the loan back if the relationship between you both comes to an end. Therefore, it’s important you are both aware of your responsibilities before applying.
Lending and rate are subject to status. Available to UK residents aged 18+.
Loans are provided by Halifax. Halifax is a division of Bank of Scotland plc. Registered in Scotland No. SC327000. Registered Office: The Mound, Edinburgh EH1 1YZ.