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ContractSave savings account
Put aside a fixed amount every month and earn bonus interest if you save for longer. You also get to choose your own savings period - from one year to 20 years.
R
100
Opening deposit
At maturity
Access to Funds
3.80%
Earn interest up to
ContractSave interest rates
See how much interest you can earn depending on your account balance.
Some of the benefits
Zero monthly fees
Pay no monthly fees and a minimal fee if you decide to withdraw early
UCount Rewards
Boost your UCount Rewards Points when holding one or more savings accounts
No risk
The value of your savings will never drop below the sum of your deposits
Flexibility
Earn top rates whether you’re saving for the short-, medium- or long-term
What you get
- Regular savings with monthly debit orders of at least R100
- Earn extra interest for every year you don't miss a debit order
- Transfer your savings and interest earned at the end of your savings period to any other account
- Interest rate is based on your account balance and investment period
- Interest is calculated daily and paid out monthly
- Check your account balance in-branch
- Capital is guaranteed
- Once a year, you may redeem 10% of your Capital amount without incurring a fee
ContractSave terms and conditions
General terms and conditions
What it costs
- No monthly fees
- Cash deposit fees apply
- Early withdrawal fees apply
How to get it
ContractSave accounts must be opened in-branch.
Bring the following documents with you to activate your savings account:
- ID copy (or passport if not a South African citizen)*
- Proof of residence not older than 3 months
*If you're a minor, you'll need the consent of your parent or guardian
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What you get
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What it costs
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How to get it
- Regular savings with monthly debit orders of at least R100
- Earn extra interest for every year you don't miss a debit order
- Transfer your savings and interest earned at the end of your savings period to any other account
- Interest rate is based on your account balance and investment period
- Interest is calculated daily and paid out monthly
- Check your account balance in-branch
- Capital is guaranteed
- Once a year, you may redeem 10% of your Capital amount without incurring a fee
ContractSave terms and conditions
General terms and conditions
- No monthly fees
- Cash deposit fees apply
- Early withdrawal fees apply
ContractSave accounts must be opened in-branch.
Bring the following documents with you to activate your savings account:
- ID copy (or passport if not a South African citizen)*
- Proof of residence not older than 3 months
*If you're a minor, you'll need the consent of your parent or guardian
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