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Bankwest is an Australian bank based in Perth, Western Australia, with branches around the country. Customers can also contact the bank by phone, through their online chat service, or through the app.
Bankwest offers secured and unsecured personal loans at different interest rates depending on the level of flexibility the loan provides. Bankwest personal loans can be used to cover costs for anything from renovations to weddings and medical bills.
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Use our personal loan calculator to see how much you’d have to repay under different borrowing scenarios.
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- This is an estimate of how much you would pay (weekly/fortnightly/monthly) based on your borrowing amount, interest rate and loan term.
- Calculations assume that details entered into calculator, including interest rates, do not change for the lifetime of the loan.
- Interest is calculated by compounding on the same frequency as the repayment selected, i.e. weekly, fortnightly or monthly.
- Months are assumed to be of equal length. However, given that some months are longer than others, interest charged by vary depending upon the month.
- The calculation rounds of the personal loan repayment to the closest dollar value without decimals.
- All calculations are estimates only; there are no guarantees, pre-qualifications or pre-approvals for borrowing. All results are based solely upon the data entered into the calculator.
- Your final mortgage repayments or borrowing amount will depend on your lender’s eligibility criteria among other factors.
- Calculator does not include the cost of fees or other extra charges.
- Calculator does not account for changes to interest rates over time.
- This calculator is for information purposes only. Any advice is general and has not taken into account your personal circumstances. Read our full disclaimer.
Features of a Bankwest personal loan
Bankwest offers a secured car loan at a moderately low rate, an unsecured personal loan with a moderate rate but not many features, and another unsecured personal loan with a moderately high interest rate but more flexibility. While these products have some features in common, they are quite different when it comes to paying out the loan early.
The Bankwest secured car loan can be used to purchase cars and motorcycles less than seven years old, or worth more than $10,000. You can make extra repayments on this fixed loan, but you'll be charged an early exit fee if you pay it off within 24 months.
The unsecured Bankwest personal loan has a moderately low interest rate, but you’ll be charged a penalty if you pay out the loan in full before 24 months. There is also no redraw facility available on this loan and the minimum loan term for this product is three years.
Bankwest personal loans charge an above average application fee and ongoing monthly fees during the life of the loan. There is a small fee charged for missing payments. Borrowers looking for flexibility can choose between weekly, fortnightly or monthly repayments.
Bankwest personal loans can be used for a range of different purposes including:
- Debt consolidation
- Buying a car
- Medical bills
- Renovations and home improvement
- Travel and holidays
- Weddings and other occasions
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Who is eligible for a Bankwest personal loan?
To be eligible for a Bankwest personal loan, you’ll need to meet the following criteria:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa
- Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident
- Have a regular source of income
How to apply for a Bankwest personal loan
Applications for a Bankwest personal loan can be made online or in store. The process is simple and involves the following steps:
- Once you’ve compared personal loans and calculated your repayments, click the ‘apply’ button on the Bankwest website
- Existing Bankwest customers can login using their existing details. New customers will need to register.
- Once your application is completed, Bankwest will review your application
- Upon final approval, the funds will be credited to your loan account
At the time of application, you’ll need to provide the following documentation:
- Proof of identity
- Proof of income and employment
- Details of any other financial commitments
- Contact details for a reference
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The Bankwest personal loans are not the most competitive products on the market but they could suit borrowers who are looking to borrow from an established bank. Bankwest personal loans come with a range of fees including a sizeable application fee and a monthly account keeping fee.
These loans have a minimum borrowing amount of $5,000, which may be too much for borrowers looking to use the loan to cover a small expense. Also, be aware that the lower rate unsecured personal loan has a minimum loan term of three years.
While Bankwest loans aren’t the most competitive on the market in terms of price, customers will enjoy a 24/7 phone banking hotline and branch access if they live close to a branch.
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