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Term Deposit

Credit Union SA offers competitive interest rates for term deposits with flexible payment options with terms from 3 months to 5 years. Apply online in Internet Banking.

Featured Term Deposit

9-month Term Deposit

4.40

%

p.a.

$1,000

Minimum Deposit *

*Minimum deposit amount of $1,000 required. Deposits with terms of three to eleven months automatically have interest paid at maturity. The interest may be paid to a savings account or reinvested. Deposits with terms of 12 months or more may have interest reinvested every 12 months, or paid to a savings account fortnightly, monthly, quarterly or yearly. Credit Union SA pays the same rate of interest regardless of the interest frequency.

If you’re looking to lock your funds away and earn a fixed interest rate, a Term Deposit is a fantastic option.

Term Deposits allow you to lock away funds and earn a fixed interest rate for a set period, so you know exactly how much money you will earn.

You can start with investing as little as $1,000. Term Deposits with terms of 3 – 11 months automatically have interest paid at maturity. The interest may be paid to a savings account or reinvested.

For terms of 12 months or longer, you can have interest paid to your savings account as regularly as fortnightly, monthly, quarterly or annually - it’s your choice!

Easy to get started

by investing as little as $1,000.

Wide range of terms available,

from as little as three months and up to five years.

Know how much you'll earn

Your investment is government-guaranteed

for deposits up to $250,000.

Term Deposit interest rates

Product NameInterest Rate
3 Month Term Deposit2.90% p.a.
4 Month Term Deposit3.00% p.a.
5 Month Term Deposit4.25% p.a.
6 Month Term Deposit3.50% p.a.
7 Month Term Deposit4.00% p.a.
8 Month Term Deposit2.95% p.a.
9 Month Term Deposit4.40% p.a.
10 Month Term Deposit2.95% p.a.
11 Month Term Deposit2.95% p.a.
12 Month Term Deposit (1 Year)3.45% p.a.
24 Month Term Deposit (2 Years)2.90% p.a.
36 Month Term Deposit (3 Years)2.90% pa
48 Month Term Deposit (4 Years)2.90% pa
60 Month Term Deposit (5 Years)2.90% pa

If you want to withdraw all or part of your term deposit prior to maturity, you’ll need to provide 7 days' notice*. You may incur a Term Deposit Early Withdrawal Interest Reduction.

Term Deposit fees

Fee

Amount

Term Deposit Early Withdrawal Interest Reduction

When you request to withdraw part or all of your term deposit prior to the contracted maturity date, you will need to provide 7 days’ notice*. A Term Deposit Early Withdrawal Interest Reduction will apply - the interest that would have been applicable to the amount withdrawn early will reduced to reflect the proportion of the contracted term that’s elapsed.

Calculated at the time of the withdrawal request

Open a Term Deposit with us now

If a Term Deposit seems right for you, apply online now.

Get in touch

You can contact us by calling us, visiting us, making an appointment or using Secure Mail.

Contact us

Open a Term Deposit with us online through Internet Banking or our Mobile Banking App.

Mobile Banking App
  • Select Open new account from the drop-down menu, choose the term you want and follow the instructions.
Internet Banking
  • Select Apply for from the top navigation menu, click Account, then choose the term you want and follow the instructions

Open a Credit Union SA account in minutes!

You can join online and create a savings account at the same time (just make sure you have your mobile phone and ID handy). Once funds are deposited to your savings account, you can open a Term Deposit using Internet Banking or our Mobile Banking App.

Before you begin, you'll need to have one of the following IDs:

  • Australian Driver's License
  • Passport

Alternatively, you can call us on 13 8777 or visit us at 400 King William Street, Adelaide.

Frequently asked questions
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This can depend on what you want to use your account for. Looking for everyday banking? Compare our transaction accounts. Want to start your saving journey? View our savings accounts and term deposits.

Alternatively, call us 13 8777 during business hours or visit us at 400 King William Street, Adelaide.

Term Deposit interest rates change regularly.

Access the most up-to-date rates and use our calculator to work out the interest you’ll receive tailored to your individual investment circumstances.

Yes, you can. You will need to provide 7 days’ notice* to withdraw all or part of your Term Deposit prior to maturity. Please note that you may incur a Term Deposit Early Withdrawal Interest Reduction.

No, you are unable to add money to your Term Deposit before maturity.

You can start with investing as little as $1,000. Term Deposits with terms of three, six or nine months automatically have interest paid at maturity. The interest may be paid to a savings account or reinvested.

For terms of 12 months or longer, you can have interest paid to your savings account as regularly as fortnightly, monthly, quarterly or annually - it’s your choice!

Why choose a credit union?

The credit union difference

At Credit Union SA, we offer all the same services as a bank but with one very important difference - our highest priorities are our members and our community.

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Contact us

You can contact us by calling us, visiting us, making an appointment, using Web Chat or Secure Mail.

Call us

We’re here to answer any questions you might have – make sure you have your Access Code ready!

Visit us

Our friendly staff at 400 King William Street, Adelaide can help you with all your banking needs.

Make an appointment

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INFORMATION YOU SHOULD KNOW

This is general advice only and you should consider the terms and conditions before determining whether any of our products are suitable to your situation. Deposits are guaranteed subject to the Financial Claims Scheme terms and conditions. Interest rates are subject to change without notice.

The target market for this product can be found within the product’s Target Market Determination (TMD), available at creditunionsa.com.au/legal/terms-and-conditions/target-market-determination.

*7 days’ notice period applies when withdrawing part or all of your Term Deposit before it matures. The notification is required for all accounts opened and/or renewed on or after 1 January 2026. Withdrawing your funds before maturity will incur a Term Deposit Early Withdrawal Interest Reduction - see our Deposit Accounts Fees and Charges.

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