First Defence Finance

With a proud heritage spanning three decades, we have established ourselves as one of the UK's leading credit unions, serving over 25,000 members nationwide. Selected by the Ministry of Defence in 2015, we specialise in providing accessible financial solutions to serving military personnel, veterans, and their families. Our commitment to ethical financial practices ensures members receive fair borrowing rates, flexible savings options, and essential financial education tools. As a member-owned cooperative, we prioritise the needs of our community over profit, offering an ethical alternative to traditional banking institutions. Our payroll deduction system simplifies financial management, allowing members to build savings habits seamlessly.

We actively support financial resilience through tailored products like our exclusive 10% discount partnership with The Gym Group. Backed by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme, our deposits are protected up to 85,000, providing complete peace of mind. Our team combines extensive industry experience with a deep understanding of military community needs, ensuring our services remain relevant and impactful. Through continuous innovation, we maintain compliance with rigorous regulatory standards set by the Prudential Regulation Authority and Financial Conduct Authority. Our mission remains focused on empowering members to achieve financial stability through transparent, member-centric services.