Do I qualify for a Capify business loan?

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£10k–£3m

Same-day funding

18 years lending

20,000+ businesses funded

Core eligibility

12+ months trading

No start up funding available

£10,000 per month

£120,000 annually

UK-registered

Ltd, sole trader, partnership

18+ years old

Personal guarantee required

How Capify assesses your application

Transparent criteria build trust and reduce drop-off

Cash flow & bank statements

last 12 months; daily balance, gross monthly sales. Linked bank = faster decision

Credit score

reviewed but not the primary factor. Bad credit considered — we look at trading performance first

Time in business

minimum 12 months; longer trading history improves offer size and rate

Monthly revenue consistency

irregular income considered; seasonal businesses welcome

Existing debt

competitor debt OK if 50%+ repaid. No loan stacking — existing lender paid out first

Industry / sector

all UK industries considered including retail, hospitality, construction, health, manufacturing, automotive, professional services

Personal guarantee

equired from majority shareholder (or combined shareholders)

Security (secured loans only)

property asset; not required for unsecured loans

Loan Parameters by product

Compare funding amounts, repayment terms and key requirements to find the right option for your business.

Unsecured loans

  • Funding from £10k to £3m
  • Repayment terms: 3–24 months
  • No collateral required
  • Personal guarantee required
  • Same-day funding

Secured loans

  • Funding from £50k to £3m
  • Property security required
  • Funding within 24–48 hours
  • Lower factor rate

Bridging loans

  • Minimum monthly turnover: £10k
  • At least 12 months of trading
  • UK-registered business

Cash Flow loans

  • Linked to monthly revenue
  • Suitable for seasonal businesses

Bad Credit loans

  • Adverse credit considered
  • Cash flow weighted over credit score

Asset finance

  • Funding from £10k to £3m
  • At least 12 months of trading

Invoice Finance

  • Repayment terms: 30, 60 or 90 days
  • Daily or weekly repayments
  • Standard processing fee per facility and invoice

Commercial Mortgages

  • Funding from £10k to £3m
  • At least 12 months of trading

Am I likely to be approved?

See how your business matches our eligibility criteria before you apply.

Likely to qualify

Trading 12+ months
£10k monthly turnover
UK-registered business
Can provide personal guarantee
Bad credit – still apply
Competitor debt 50%+ repaid

Not currently eligible

Start-up (under 12 months)
Under £10k/mo turnover
Non-UK registered
Purchasing a business
Competitor debt under 50% repaid

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What documents you’ll need

Get ready for your full application with this simple checklist — no documents needed for your initial enquiry.

Bank statements

last 12 months (linked via open banking = fastest approval)

Photo ID

drivers license front and back, or passport

Bank statement cover page

confirming account name and account number

Proof of ownership

for secured loans and larger amounts

Personal references and landlord details

required for full credit assessment

Note: Enquiry stage (30-sec check) requires no documents. Documents only need once you proceed to full application

How our criteria compare to a high-street bank

What matters
Capify
High-street banks
Approval time
Capify

Decisions possible within hours

Once the full assessment is complete.

High-street banks

Timing varies by lender and application.

Credit score
Capify

Adverse credit considered

Credit reviewed alongside cash flow and trading performance.

High-street banks

Credit checks form part of the lending assessment.

Collateral
Capify

Unsecured options available

Personal guarantee required.

High-street banks

Security requirements depend on the loan.

Documentation
Capify

12 months of bank statements

Plus ID and supporting documents.

High-street banks

May include financial records, existing borrowing and business information.

Trading history
Capify

Minimum 12 months

Established trading history required.

High-street banks

Minimum requirements vary by lender.

Assessment focus
Capify

Current trading performance

Cash flow and ability to repay.

High-street banks

Creditworthiness, financial position and business track record.

General comparison only. Bank criteria vary by provider. All Capify finance is subject to status and assessment.

Frequently Asked Questions - Underwriting

Can I get a Capify loan with bad credit?

Yes. Capify considers adverse credit. Cash flow and trading history are weighted more heavily than credit score alone.

£10,000 per month (£120,000 annually) for our unsecured loans.

No. Capify requires a minimum of 12 months’ trading. We don’t fund businesses under 12 months old or those purchasing a business.

Not for unsecured loans. Only a personal guarantee from the majority shareholder is required. Secured loans require a property asset.

No. The initial 30-second eligibility check does not affect your credit score. A full credit check only runs when you proceed to a formal application.

Yes. If you’ve repaid more than 50% of your existing loan, Capify will pay out the remaining balance to the other lender before providing new funding.

Why businesses choose Capify

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Lauren was very helpful and professional! I am very happy with her service!
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Hi Zach, I just wanted to say a big thank you for your help and support throughout the process. I’m really pleased that I was able to secure the business loan within just 7 days. I truly appreciate your professionalism, guidance and hard work in making this happen. Thank you again, Zach. I really appreciate it.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Absolutely first class service, Toni was really great at explaining everything to me, she made the process very simple, I would definitely recommend capify to anyone, much appreciated
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Callen is a star very polite and helpful
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Thank you, Adam, for your professionalism and support with our business funding application. You took the time to understand our requirements, explained the available options clearly and kept us updated throughout the process. We really appreciate your prompt responses and personal approach. Many thanks from Stefan and the team at ROSP Building Services Ltd.
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Excellent customer service from Joshua Walker - nothing too much trouble and quick to sort out an issue
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Josh was very helpful and resolved any queries quickly and professionally
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I have a brilliant experience with Capify helping me with short term funding for my business. Karina was excellent. Helping through the whole process. She was very professional patient. I highly recommend capify
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Hi, I highly recommend Joshua, very professional and he answer all my questions.
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£1.2 billion funded

20,000 businesses

Avg. 3 renewals per customer

Established in 2008

All Business Loans

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Small Business Loans

Flexible funding from £10,000 to £3,000,000

Unsecured Business Loans

No assets required as collateral

Secured Business Loans

Lower rates when backed by business assets

Bad Credit Business Loans

Options available even with a poor credit history

Fast/Same-Day Business Loans

Funds deposited within 24 hours of approval

Short-Term Business Loans

Repay in 3–12 months with manageable terms

Working Capital Loans

Keep day-to-day operations running smoothly

Cash Flow Loans

Bridge gaps between invoicing and payments

Supplier Invoice Payments

Pay suppliers on time and protect relationships

VAT Finance

Spread the cost of your VAT bill over monthly payments

Managing Existing Borrowing

Debt Consolidation

Combine multiple debts into one manageable repayment

Debt Refinancing

Replace existing finance with better terms

Asset Finance

Fund equipment, vehicles and machinery purchases

Bridging Loans

Short-term property finance while you arrange long-term funding

Commercial Mortgages

Purchase or refinance commercial property

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