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Overdraft cost calculator

Overdrafts are priced as EAR, which hides the real cost. Put your numbers in — then see cheaper options in our borrowing guide.

£1,000
35%
30

Most UK banks price overdrafts as EAR with no daily fees. Some use different structures or fee-free buffers — check your bank's terms.

Cost of £1,000.00 overdrawn for 30 days

£24.97

at 35% EAR

Per day

£0.82

Per 30 days

£24.97

Per year

£350.00

Persistent overdraft debt is expensive — £1,000.00 at 35% EAR costs about £350.00 a year, often more than the same balance on a 0% money-transfer card or a low-rate personal loan. Compare options in our borrowing guide.