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Apply for a savings account or contact your private banker. Minimum deposits from R100,000 required to open an Investec savings account

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The benefits of saving for a fixed term

  • It pays to fix your savings period

    Fixed term savings periods range from one month to five years. You can choose between our Fixed term deposit account, Prime-linked or Tax free fixed deposit products. Your capital is guaranteed and there are no monthly fees.

     

     

     

  • Competitive fixed term deposit interest rates

    You receive a competitive fixed term deposit interest rate depending on your savings amount and term. You earn interest from day one and interest earned can be compounded monthly or paid out.

     

  • Managing your fixed term account is easy

    Enjoy free online banking, no monthly fees and guaranteed capital as well as access to our global Client Support Centre, for support, 24/7/365.

René Grobler, Investec Cash investments head
René Grobler, Cash Investments head

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Frequently asked questions

  • 1. What is a fixed savings account?

    A fixed savings account is an account where you lock your funds away for a predetermined period of time. The interest rate you will earn will be based on the time period agreed. The time period can range from 1 month to five years. For an Investec Fixed Savings Account, you need to deposit a minimum of R100,000 to open this account.   

    Should you wish to withdraw funds before the maturity date you may incur penalty fees.

  • 2. How does a fixed savings account work?

    A savings account where you lock your funds away for an agreed period of time is called a fixed savings account. The interest rate is established and locked in until the end of the fixed investment period (e.g., 12 months, 24 months, or 60 months) after the capital amount has been invested.

  • 3. Can I get monthly interest on fixed deposit?

    Yes, you can get paid your interest monthly, or compound your interest until the maturity date of the savings period. Interest is transferred into the bank account of your choice.

  • 4. Is interest on a fixed deposit taxable?

    Yes. 

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

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

  • 6. Is there any risk in a fixed deposit?

    The biggest risk of a fixed deposit is that your capital is locked away for the investment period and you will not have access to this until the term has ended without incurring an early withdrawal penalty fee. 

  • 7. What is the minimum amount for fixed deposit?

    The minimum amount required to open an Investec 12-month fixed deposit is R100,000.

  • 8. 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 (e.g. 6 months, 12 months, 24 months, 60 months) the interest rate is defined and locked in until the end of that chosen length of time.

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