Trust Bank Instant Loan Review 2024 — Low Interest Rate And Instant Application

Audrey Ng

26 April 2024 at 2:04 am·7-min read

Would you put your trust in Trust? The local digital bank is backed by a partnership between Standard Chartered Bank and FairPrice Group, so it’s safe to say that it’s not going to disappear with our money.

Which means taking a loan from it should be ok… right? Well, with loans, it all depends on what you need a loan for, any fees to pay, and how much you can pay back, with interest. Let’s see how Trust Bank’s Instant Loan fares.

Trust Bank Instant Loan application criteria

Before we go into what’s different, here’s the eligibility criteria:

Be a Singaporean citizen or permanent resident
Be age 21 to 65 years old
Have a minimum annual income of $30,000

Sounds pretty easy but we’re not sure why the age limit cap is there. Do they doubt your ability to repay the loan if you’re older?

As its name suggests, the Instant Loan is really instant. Trust Bank claims that you can get the loan in just 60 seconds, which is basically immediately. (Although, we all know how long 60 seconds can be if you’re doing a plank).

You’ll need to apply for a Trust credit card first though—but that’s no issue as it takes less than 3 minutes. Only if the bank needs more clarification from you, then the application process may take up to 3 working days.

The loan amount that you get will be from your unused credit card limit, which can be converted into cash. According to Trust, “The bank will convert a portion of your Trust credit card available balance into cash, which will be deposited into your savings account”.

Those who already have a Trust savings account and credit card can get the loan in 60 seconds.

Once you apply and choose how much you want to loan (minimum $500 up to the available credit limit on your card), you can also choose the tenure you want to repay the loan, up to 60 months.

Trust also says there are no processing or hidden fees.

Trust Bank Instant Loan interest rate (2024)

Starting from 2.87% p.a. (EIR 5.41% p.a.), the interest rate for Trust Bank’s Instant Loan is one of the lowest out there. In comparison, the next highest personal loan interest rate in the market is 2.88%, offered by UOB, DBS and Standard Chartered.

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Low rates, no processing fees
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For a limited time only, enjoy low interest rates from 2.79% (EIR from 5.27%)
Interest Rate of 2.79% is not guaranteed and it’s based on applicants’ credit risk.
*Note that the rates provided to you are customised and might differ from what is displayed here.

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If you borrow $50,000 and want to repay it within 24 months (2 years), your repayment works out to around $2,202.92 per month at an interest rate of 2.87% (EIR 5.43% p.a.).

Note that 2.87% is just the simplified version. The actual interest rate offered to you will differ based on the loan amount, tenor selected and your risk profile.

Use Trust Bank’s handy calculator which you can play with to see how much interest you’ll need to pay based on the amount you want to borrow and tenure.

What’s the difference between interest rate and EIR you ask? The EIR is the actual interest you’ll be paying on your loan.

Trust also says you can save on your interest when repaying your loan early, BUT they charge a 3% early repayment fee on your outstanding principal amount when you do so. You can easily see on the Trust app your loan instalment left and how much interest you can save if you repay it early.

Trust Bank Instant Loan promotions

Trust Bank currently has no promotions on its website, unfortunately.

But the low interest rate is quite a draw. Plus, when you apply through MoneySmart, you’ll be able to get a cash incentive from $50 up to $900 based on the amount you loan.

Trust Bank Instant Loan vs POSB, DBS, OCBC, UOB

The main benefit of Trust’s instant Loan seems to be the low interest rate and no annual fees. However, it’s still best to compare with other bank loans to see which is most suitable for your needs.

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Interest Rate*
EIR: From 5.43%

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Total Amount Payable

^S$10,536

Processing Fee

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Existing POSB/DBS users can apply directly to receive instant cash disbursement to your POSB/DBS account!
*Note that the rates provided to you are customised and might differ from what's displayed here. POSB Bank is regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore.

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Per Month

^S$462

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EIR: 12.11%

5.42%

Total Amount Payable

^S$11,084

Processing Fee

^S$100

Per Month

^S$462

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Loan tenure from 12 to 60 months
Borrow up to 6x monthly salary for annual income S$120,000 and above, 4x monthly salary for annual income S$30,000-S$119,999 and 2x monthly salary for annual income S$20,000-S$29,000
Make repayments easily via online or Mobile Banking funds transfer, cheque deposit or cash deposit machine
Easy ways to manage your account with Online and Mobile banking
Note that the rates provided to you are customised and might differ from what is displayed here. OCBC Bank is regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore.

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Compare all the best personal loans

No matter what, don’t rush into a loan! Think carefully about what you need the money for. Even if the interest rate seems tempting, avoid borrowing for wants such as holidays or fancy items.

Loans are best for expensive necessities, and only if you’re sure you can repay them. This means having a steady income and a stable job. Remember, loans always involve interest, so you’ll end up paying back more than you borrowed.

Think that a loan is the way to go for your needs? Check out MoneySmart’s personal loan comparison page to find the best interest rates from Singapore banks.

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