Fixed Term Deposit Savings Account

Protect your returns with our fixed deposit accounts

1 - 60 months

Fixed term options

R100,000

Minimum deposit

Guaranteed returns for a fixed term

Lock your funds away for a longer period and reap the rewards

Save for longer term goals with a fixed deposit savings account from Investec. Lock your funds away from one month to five years and earn a competitive interest rate. There are no monthly fees to erode your savings and your capital is guaranteed. Should you not need access to your savings for a fixed period of time, our fixed deposit accounts bring you exceptional returns. 

  • How the product works

    • Choose from a savings period of between one month to five years
    • Interest rates are tailored, depending on the size and duration of your investment

  • Benefits

    • Guaranteed returns for a fixed term
    • Competitive interest rates 
    • Compound or pay out interest on a monthly basis

  • Minimum & maximum deposit

    • Minimum deposit of R100,000 

See what your returns could be:

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Interest rates

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Frequently asked questions

  • 1. What is a fixed deposit account

    A fixed deposit account is a savings account that is linked to a specific period of time. Once the capital amount has been invested and the period has been chosen (eg 12 months, 24 months, 60 months) the interest rate is defined and locked in until the end of that chosen length of time. 

  • 2. How does a fixed deposit account work

    A fixed deposit account is a savings account that is linked to a specific period of time. Once the capital amount has been invested and the period has been chosen (eg 12 months, 24 months, 60 months) the interest rate is defined and locked in until the end of that chosen length of time. 

  • 3. What are the benefits of a fixed deposit

    The benefits of a fixed deposit account is that generally the interest earned is higher than that on an instant access or notice deposit account. The interest rate is locked in and does not change throughout the period. Most financial institutions offer a capital guarantee on the amount invested. 

  • 4. Can I get monthly interest on fixed deposit

    Yes. Depending on your financial institution you can either choose to get paid your interest monthly or compound your interest until the end of the period. 

  • 5. Is interest on a fixed deposit taxable

    Yes.

  • 6. Are there any tax restrictions on tax free deposits?

    Yes. Amounts exceeding the tax free allowance will be taxed in full.

  • 7. What is the risk of fixed deposit

    One risk of a fixed deposit is that your capital is locked away for the chosen period and you will not have access to this until the period has ended without incurring a penalty fee. Additional risks may exist depending on your particular financial institution.

  • 8. What is the minimum amount for fixed deposit

    The minimum amount for a fixed deposit depends on the financial institution you choose to save with as these vary. 

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Disclaimer

Investec Corporate and Institutional Banking (referred herein as “Investec”) is a division of Investec Bank Limited registration number 1969/004763/06, which is a registered bank, an Authorised Financial Services Provider (11750), a National Credit Provider (NCRCP 9) and a member of the JSE. Investec is committed to the Code of Banking Practice as regulated by the Ombudsman for Banking Services. Copies of the Code and the Ombudsman's details are available on request or visit www.investec.com.

All rates are indicative, and are subject to vary as rates are calculated on a daily basis.  This is not an official confirmation of the term or rate, and any transaction that may be concluded pursuant to this shall be in terms of and confirmed by the signing of appropriate documentation, on terms to be agreed between the parties.