Advance Credit Union Limited

Reference number: 213228

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Scammers have impersonated this firm. The FCA has published 1 warning naming the fake phone numbers, emails and websites they used. See the warnings →

Authorised by the FCA

This firm is on the FCA register and authorised to carry out regulated activities.

Identity

Check their details

Compare these against whatever you were given. Scammers clone real firm names and reference numbers but use their own phone number and website, so a detail that does not match the register is the clearest warning sign there is.

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Warning

Scammers have impersonated this firm

Fraudsters have used this firm's name or details with their own contact information to appear genuine. Check whatever you were given below, and against the firm's real details above.

Fake phone numbers (4)
  • 27 630 294 046
  • 021 5160 000
  • 0810 604 475
  • 0866 046 914
Fake email addresses (2)
  • info.advancecu@gmail.com
  • info@advancecu.co.za
Fake websites (1)
  • advancecu.co.za
The FCA warning these came from

Scammers change these details often. Always check the live FCA warning.

Activities and protection

What they can do, and how you are protected

  • Hold or safeguard your money FSCS may apply
    Eligible deposits are typically protected by the FSCS up to £120,000 per person, per banking group.

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  • Accepting Deposits

Complaints: You can refer a complaint about this firm to the Financial Ombudsman Service for free, whichever activity it relates to.

Track record

FCA actions and complaints

No FCA disciplinary action, and no complaints recorded with the Ombudsman.

The clone warnings above are scammers using this firm's name, not something the firm has done.

Previously registered as

The FCA register holds 2 earlier registered names for this firm. A registered name changes when a firm rebrands, and a partnership's changes whenever its partners do.

  • Erdington & District Credit Union Limited
  • North Birmingham Community Credit Union Limited

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Is Advance Credit Union Limited FCA authorised?
Yes, Advance Credit Union Limited (FRN 213228) is authorised by the FCA to carry out regulated activities.
Is my money safe with Advance Credit Union?
It depends on the product, but eligible claims may be protected by the FSCS. You can also refer complaints about Advance Credit Union to the Financial Ombudsman Service, free of charge.
Is Advance Credit Union a scam or clone?
Advance Credit Union is a genuine FCA-listed firm. However, scammers sometimes clone authorised firms. Always check that the contact details you were given match those on the FCA register before sending money or sharing information.
What is Advance Credit Union's Firm Reference Number (FRN)?
Advance Credit Union's FRN is 213228. You can verify it on the FCA register.