Whether you’re in school, a tertiary student or simply want to save, we’ve got a bank account to get you en route to financial greatness.

Open a Student Account and save on monthly banking fees

Get more with a zero monthly fee student account. 

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Card with benefits

A student account for everyday transactions and loaded with cool perks at no extra cost.

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Access to Study Loan

Finance your tuition fees, textbooks and more with a study loan.

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Save for your future

Start saving for your dream goal with as little as R50 a month using TruSave.

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  • What you need to open your account

    • To be 18 – 27 years old
    • Must be a full-time student studying towards an undergraduate or postgraduate degree, or qualification of one year or more
    • A valid, bar-coded South African ID or passport
    • Proof of residence not more than three months old (e.g. proof of registration at a tertiary institution on their letterhead indicating your name and surname, an address and signature of a mandated official or a utility bill or cell phone statement).
  • Where to apply

    • Apply online.
    • Apply on the Banking App.
    • You can apply at your chosen student bureau, which is located at most tertiary institutions.
    • You can go to your nearest Absa branch with your necessary documents.
  • Talk to us

    Speak to an Absa consultant to help you apply for a Student Account.

    We can call you back or you can call us directly on 08600 08600.

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General card support:

Call us on 0861 462 273
International +27 11 354 4001

Monday – Sunday
07:00 – 19:00    

For Lost and stolen cards call:

0800 111 155 | Absa App

Apply online 24/7 or call:

0861 114 411

Weekdays 08:00 - 17:30
Saturday 08:00-13:00

For application status updates call:

0861 114 411