Sparks Pay help and support

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General Sparks Pay questions

Is there an interest free period?

For purchases shown on your first statement the maximum interest free period is up to 76 days as long as you pay your balance by the due date shown in your second statement. For all other purchases, the maximum interest free period is up to 45 days when you pay your balance in full every month by the due date.

How do I close my account?

If you wish to close your Sparks Pay account, please complete our online closure form.

Can I use my Sparks Pay in store?

You can set up instore spend and use your Sparks Pay account in participating stores.

Participating stores include selected M&S stores in the UK accepting Sparks Pay as a payment method. Find participating stores here

Where can I find my Sparks Pay account number?

Once signed in to your Sparks Pay servicing area you can locate your account number on the top right-hand side of the page within the green banner.

Can I use my Sparks Pay account to purchase Travel Money?

Your Sparks Pay account can only be used to complete retail purchases on M&S.com website, you are not able to purchase Travel Money with Sparks Pay.

Can I use my Sparks Pay account to purchase M&S Food through Ocado?

Your Sparks Pay account can only be used to complete retail purchases through M&S.com website, as Ocado is a third party company you will not be able to use your Sparks Pay account to complete purchases with them.

Can I manage my Sparks Pay account through M&S Bank Digital Banking? 

To review your Sparks Pay account, you’ll need to log into your M&S.com account and open the Sparks Pay servicing area. This will provide you with an account overview, including your balance and most recent transaction. You’ll also be able to make a payment here as well as view and download previous statements.

How do I sign in to my Sparks Pay account?

To sign in via M&S.com, you can select 'Sparks Pay' from the My account menu.

To sign in via the M&S App, you can find 'Sparks Pay' within your account information page.

I want to raise a complaint about Sparks Pay

We can help with anything related to your Sparks Pay account, please contact us on 0345 900 0900*. However, if your complaint is about goods that have been purchased with your Sparks Pay account, please refer back to the Help section on M&S.com.

Payments, transactions and statements

What should I do if I feel I'm getting into financial difficulty?

If you can't make your repayments for any reason, you should call us as soon as possible on 0345 900 0900*. Our experienced Customer Assistants will explain the options available to you. You should also read information about managing your money which suggests ways to organise your finances and gives debt advice.

I've not used my Sparks Pay account for a while, will the Direct Debit I set up still be active?

If you have a balance on your Sparks Pay account and have set up a Direct Debit then we will either take your minimum payment, set amount or the full balance each month as requested.

If you have a nil balance on your Sparks Pay account then your Direct Debit will remain active for a period of 13 months. If after 13 months you still have a nil balance then your Direct Debit will be automatically cancelled. You will be required to set up a new Direct Debit if you use your Sparks Pay account after 13 months and wish to have either the minimum payment, set amount or full balance paid automatically again.

What is M&S Bank's sort code and account number to make payments from my own bank account?

For Sparks Pay accounts, please use account number: 59001115 and sort code: 40-12-57, and include your 16-digit Sparks Pay account number as a reference.

How do I set up a Direct Debit for my Sparks Pay account?

During the application for your Sparks Pay account, we'll have asked you for banking details in order to set up a Direct Debit for repayments. If that has been cancelled or you need to change the bank account this is taken from, you can set up a Direct Debit by completing the online form.

How do I cancel a Direct Debit on my Sparks Pay account?

To cancel a Direct Debit on your Sparks Pay account please call us on 0345 900 0900*.

How do I amend a Direct Debit on my Sparks Pay account?

If you wish to make any changes to your existing Direct Debit please complete the online form. Following this you will receive an automated email to confirm it’s been received and we will be in touch as soon as possible to confirm your Direct Debit has been changed successfully. This should take effect by your next month's statement.

Please ensure you continue to make payments until you receive confirmation of your first Direct Debit date. A fixed repayment will be for an amount set by you and can be changed at any time. If the minimum payment due is greater than this amount, we will claim the full minimum payment. If your statement balance is lower than your fixed amount, we will only claim the balance on your statement. If you only make the minimum payment each month, it will take you longer and cost you more to clear your balance.

How do I find out when my next payment is due?

Your Sparks Pay balance will be viewable through your Sparks Pay Account, which you can access by logging into your M&S.com account and open the Sparks Pay servicing area.

How can I look into statements older than 6 months?

For Sparks Pay, you can access up to 18 months’ worth of statements through your Sparks Pay servicing area.

Can I change my statement date?

If you would like to change the date that your Sparks Pay account produces a statement please call 0345 900 0900*.

There is a transaction showing that I don't recognise, what should I do?

If you don't recognise a transaction on your Sparks Pay account you can call us on 0345 900 0900* and one of the team will be able to help you.

How many of my past statements are available to view online?

You can access up to 18 months’ worth of Sparks Pay statements through your Sparks Pay servicing area on M&S.com.

How will I know that my latest statement is ready to view?

Every month we will send you an email alert to your specified email address to let you know that your latest statement is ready to view online.

When will I receive my monthly email alert?

You will receive your email statement message 1 day after or on your current statement date.

How can I be sure that it is a genuine M&S Bank statement reminder?

M&S Bank will never send you emails requesting information about your account, security details, or provide links that go straight to pages that request sign-in details. Emails relating to your account will always include a security check so you can be certain that it's from us.

What if I need a paper copy of my statement?

If you would like to keep a copy of your Sparks Pay statement, there is an option to save a PDF version from the Sparks Pay servicing area on M&S.com. Should you require any changes to the way you receive your statements, please contact us on 0345 900 0900* and one of our colleagues will be happy to make changes to suit your needs.

I have been charged for the same transaction more than once

If you have an issue with being charged for the same transaction more than once on your Sparks Pay account please call M&S on 0333 014 800 and someone will be able to help you further.

I have been charged the wrong amount

If you have an issue with being charged the wrong amount on your Sparks Pay account please call M&S on 0333 014 800 and someone will be able to help you further.

I have not received a refund that I was expecting

If you have not received a refund that you were expecting on your Sparks Pay account please call M&S on 0333 014 800 and someone will be able to help you further.

Why can't I pay with my Sparks Pay account?

You may not have enough credit available on your Sparks Pay account, please check your balance to see how much credit you have available and that your basket amount doesn't exceed this. Please contact us on 0345 900 0900* if the above is not relevant and you're still having issues.

I've not received my order, can you help?

If you have an issue with an order placed on M&S.com, please refer to the M&S help page.

How do I save a Sparks Pay statement for my own records?

If you would like to keep a copy of your Sparks Pay statement, there is an option to save a PDF version from the Sparks Pay servicing area on M&S.com.

How do I make a payment?

During the application for your Sparks Pay account, we'll have asked you for banking details in order to set up a Direct Debit for repayments. If you'd like to make additional payments you are able to make a faster payment directly from your bank using these details, please use account number: 59001115 and sort code: 40-12-57, and include your 16-digit Sparks Pay account number as a reference.

Alternatively, within your Sparks Pay servicing area, you can select the 'Debit Card Payment' option within the 'Payment' tab.

Change of details

What should I do if my address isn't right on my statement?

You can't change your personal details within the servicing area, however we are happy to amend them over the phone for you, please contact us on 0345 900 0900* to make the necessary changes. Please note that you will also need to update your details on the M&S.com website as well to ensure that your delivery address is accurate. You can do this by going to the 'My Account' settings after you've signed in.

How do I change my name?

If you have changed your name you will need to contact us. You will need to call us on 0345 900 0900*. Please note you will also need to update your details on your M&S account, via M&S.com as well to ensure your contact details and delivery address are accurate. You can do this by going to the 'My Account' settings section after you've signed in.

How can I update my contact details?

We are happy to amend them over the phone for you, please contact us on 0345 900 0900* to make the necessary changes. Please note you will also need to update your details on your M&S account, via M&S.com as well to ensure your contact details and delivery address are accurate. You can do this by going to the 'My Account' settings section after you've signed in.

I've forgotten my password, how can I change it?

To reset your password for your Sparks Pay account, you would need to follow the steps on M&S.com, clicking on the option for 'forgot password' and follow the necessary steps.

*Our customer service team are available from 8am-8pm, Monday to Sunday. Calls are recorded.