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SAVINGS PROTECTION · 2 min read

What does FSCS protection actually cover?

Understand the £120,000 deposit limit and why banking licences matter.

The standard deposit limit

For failures after 30 November 2025, FSCS protects eligible deposits up to £120,000 per person, per UK-authorised bank, building society or credit union.

A shared licence means a shared limit

Different brands can operate under the same banking licence. Their balances are combined for the protection limit. Other savings and accrued interest under that licence also matter.

Check the provider itself

Use the FSCS protection checker and confirm the legal institution holding the deposit. A product label is not a substitute for verifying protection.

FSCS · Deposit protection

Checked 1 October 2026. General information, not personalised financial advice.

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