Service Updates
The best service starts with great communication. So here, you can get an indication of how long it’ll take us to process your cases.
We’re currently receiving a high number of calls, so please don't call for a case update on an application you have submitted within the last 19 working days.
You can use 'Case Tracking' on NFI Online to see your next update. If we need anything further from you we'll be in touch by email.
| Service levels* (last updated 24 September 2020) |
Application Type | |
|---|---|---|
| Standard (non-refer cases) |
Refer cases** | |
| Average number of working days for initial assessment | 9 days* | 19 days* |
| DIP refer status reviewed within | N/A | 2 days* |
| Average number of working days for document processing | 10 days* | |
| Valuations booked and carried out*** | 10 days* | |
| Valuation assessment (if required) once received by Nationwide | 10 days* | |
| Average number of working days from app to offer | 22 days* | 32 days* |
| Average time to answer calls: New enquiries | 6 minutes 23 seconds | |
| Average time to answer Broker Chat requests: New enquiries | 39 seconds | |
| Average time to answer calls on submitted cases | 9 minutes 33 seconds | |
* These are measured in working days from the day after you submit your case or document. Please note all timescales quoted are averages.
** All applications which receive an initial refer decision, e.g. First Time Buyers cases at 85% LTV or above and/or self-employed applicants.
*** Subject to access and application submitted correctly.
Case tracking
To track the progress of your application, login to NFI Online and select Case Tracking for an instant update.
Case tips
Curious about where we’re up to with your case? Take a look at how we progress cases – you’ll find lots of useful information that may save you a phone call.
MTE
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