RACQ Bank personal loans
RACQ was formed in 1905 as a Queensland-based club for motorists. It was originally called the Automobile Club of Queensland and designed to advocate the rights of drivers. As it evolved, it began to offer a range of products to members, including car loans and personal loans.
RACQ has a number of branches in areas of Queensland. Customers who don’t live near a branch can contact the lender by phone and online seven days a week.
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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.
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RACQ personal loans – customer service
Customers looking to contact RACQ customer service can do so via the 24/7 call centre, through an online enquiry form or pop into a branch in Queensland. Borrowers can also contact customer service via:
- Online enquiry
- Phone
- Branch
Features of an RACQ personal loan
RACQ offers fixed- rate personal loans to its members and borrowers who wish to become members. Its loan terms range from one to seven years. RACQ will consider most personal loan amounts, provided the purpose is worthwhile – such as the purchase of a new or used car, caravan or motorcycle, a home renovation or debt consolidation.
Some of the main features of an RACQ personal loan include no account-keeping fees, flexible repayment options – including the choice to make extra repayments and make payments fortnightly or monthly – and discounts on various items, such as theme parks and movie tickets.
RACQ personal loans can be used for a range of different purposes including:
- Student loans
- Debt consolidation
- Renovations
- Shares
- Holidays
- Medical bills
- Weddings
Who is eligible for an RACQ personal loan?
To be eligible for an RACQ 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
- Have a regular income
- Have the capacity to meet the loan repayments
How to apply for an RACQ personal loan?
To apply for an RACQ personal, borrowers can apply online through the RACQ website. The application process takes around 10 minutes and involves the following steps:
- Once you’ve compared and selected a personal loan, you can get the application started through the RACQ website
- Once you’ve submitted your application, RACQ will review your application and reply within one business day
- If your application is approved, RACQ will send over some paperwork for you to complete and send back
- 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 (including payslips)
- Details of any other financial commitments
RACQ personal loans review
RACQ personal loans may appeal to borrowers who are already members, or would like to become a member, of RACQ. Borrowers may be attracted to the flexible repayment options as well as the lack of ongoing fees. However, the interest rates vary based on the borrower’s profile, so before committing to an RACQ loan, it’s worth speaking to the lender about whether you’re a candidate for a lower rate.
RACQ personal loans can be used for a variety of purposes, like weddings, cars, caravans, boats, refinancing and debt consolidation.
While the interest rate is on the high side, borrowers can make unlimited additional repayments with no fees and can choose to pay out the loan early without penalty.
RACQ has a number of branches in areas of Queensland. Borrowers who don’t live near a branch can contact the lender by phone and online seven days a week.
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