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Bounce Bank Loan not available from your bank?

Bounce Bank Loan not available from your bank?

6th May 2020

Business Bounce Back Loans are currently only being provided by the 9 main banks.

In addition, most of these banks are currently only making these loans available to their existing customers.

However, HSBC are accepting online applications from non-customers on their website.

For a the up to date list of lenders visit the “Bounce Back Loan Scheme (BBLS) – Current Accredited Lenders and Partners” page on the British Business Bank website at https://www.british-business-bank.co.uk/ourpartners/coronavirus-business-interruption-loan-schemes/bounce-back-loans/current-accredited-lenders-and-partners/

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