Up to R8 000

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How much do you need?

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R3 300
Repay in
1INSTALMENT
x R3 897
2INSTALMENTS
x R2 017
3INSTALMENTS
x R1 391
Total fees and interest
R706
Total repayment
R4 035

Buy in-store, at

1Apply online
2Cash loaded to an Instant Voucher on approval
3Shop by scanning your Instant Voucher at the till

Quick short-term loans tailored to your needs.
Approved instantly*. Paid out in minutes.

Fast loans for you, a quick financial solution with no hassle.
Online, straightforward and easy to apply.

* Subject to Affordability Assessment

How it works

1.
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Select your preferred amount

Use the slider to select how much you want and for how long.
Click Apply now.

2.
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Complete the quick and easy application

Fill in your details accurately – this will speed up your online loan application.

3.
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Verification and loan offer

We are a responsible lender, and your affordability is important. We will do credit checks and verify your details before giving you a loan offer.

4.
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Acceptance and agreement

Accept the loan offer, sign your loan agreement and your cash will be deposited in your bank account.

All you need to apply is:

A valid RSA ID Number icon
A valid
RSA ID Number
Be 18 years or older icon
Be 18 years
or older
Have access to internet banking icon
Have access to
internet banking
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Verifiable income for
the last 90 days

Why choose a FASTA loan?

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You need
a quick loan.


It’s FASTA - you can get approved and funded in less than 5 minutes.

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You want
convenience and flexibility.


Easy to use online loan application, repay in up to3months.

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You value
responsible lending.


Short term loans to help you and give you peace of mind.

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About FASTA loans: what do I need to know?

Apply and be approved for up toR8,000repayable in up tothreemonthly instalments.

Repay in min 1 month, max 3 months.

Representative example:borrow R4,000 over a fixed term of 3 months at 3% interest rate.
Initiation fee: R534. Monthly service fee: R69. Credit protection insurance: R73.67. Maximum APR: 123%. Total amount repayable: R4952.

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