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Welcome Term Deposits

A refreshing new option for your bank term deposits.

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    Better
    Returns.

    Interest rates that outperform traditional savings accounts and term deposits, every day.

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    Same Peace
    of Mind.

    Your deposits are protected by the government's Depositor Compensation Scheme.

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    Invested in
    New Zealand.

    We're New Zealand owned, New Zealand based, and investing only in secured first-ranking New Zealand mortgages.

Grow Your Savings Faster.

Welcome delivers you better returns without compromise.

  • A better rate
  • DCS* protection
  • Interest paid monthly, quarterly or compounded for growth – earn interest on your interest
9 Months
4.20
%
p.a.
MINIMUM INVESTMENT $10,000

Open your account online in minutes.
Interest paid monthly.

Four ways we'll take you further.

  • SAVING MADE
    SIMPLE

    Choose from a range of fixed rate term deposits that offer regular income, or compound for ease and long-term growth. 

    Investing<br />
is Easy.
  • INVEST WITH
    CONFIDENCE

    Welcome is licensed by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua, and the Financial Markets Authority. Your investment is protected by the DCS* — covering up to $100,000 per eligible depositor*.

    Peace of<br />
Mind.
  • EARN
    MORE

    Choose from a range of fixed rate term deposits with better returns.

    Live <br />
More.
  • FLEXIBLE INTEREST
    OPTIONS

    Interest paid monthly, quarterly, or compound for growth, the choice is yours.

    Positive<br />
Thinking.

Compare Our Rates.

6 Months
4.00
%
p.a

Secured Term Deposit

  • No fees
  • Minimum $10,000
  • Interest paid monthly, quarterly or compounded for growth
  • Depositor Compensation Scheme* protected
9 Months
4.20
%
p.a

Secured Term Deposit

  • No fees
  • Minimum $10,000
  • Interest paid monthly, quarterly or compounded for growth
  • Depositor Compensation Scheme* protected
12 Months
4.40
%
p.a

Secured Term Deposit

  • No fees
  • Minimum $10,000
  • Interest paid monthly, quarterly or compounded for growth
  • Depositor Compensation Scheme* protected
6 Months
4.00
%
p.a

Depositor Compensation Scheme* protected

  • No fees
  • Minimum $100,000
  • Maximum PIR 28%
9 Months
4.20
%
p.a

Depositor Compensation Scheme* protected

  • No fees
  • Minimum $100,000
  • Maximum PIR 28%
12 Months
4.40
%
p.a

Depositor Compensation Scheme* protected

  • No fees
  • Minimum $100,000
  • Maximum PIR 28%

Rates are pre-tax and subject to change. T&Cs Apply. The Wholesale PIE Fund is available to wholesale investors only.

*The Depositor Compensation Scheme (DCS) covers eligible depositors up to $100,000 if your deposit taker fails, when your money is held in DCS-protected accounts, like Welcome secured deposits and our Wholesale PIE Fund. The DCS is a Government scheme that is funded by deposit takers and administered by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua (RBNZ). For details go to: rbnz.govt.nz/dcs.

  • Minimum $10,000 deposit; preferential rates for deposits of $150K or more ($150K+ rate). For amounts of $250,000 or more contact us for special rates and terms.

    Early withdrawal (breaking a term deposit): We normally only consider an early withdrawal in cases of significant hardship due to unforeseen circumstances. If approved, we may reduce the rate of interest we pay to reflect the shorter term. Full details are outlined in the PDS on this website.
    Term Rate $150K+ Rate Interest Frequency
    6 Months 4.00% p.a. 4.05% p.a.
    9 Months 4.20% p.a. 4.25% p.a.
    12 Months 4.40% p.a. 4.50% p.a.
    18 Months 4.65% p.a. 4.75% p.a.
    2 Years 4.80% p.a. 4.90% p.a.
    3 Years 4.85% p.a. 4.95% p.a.
    4 Years 5.00% p.a. 5.10% p.a.
    5 Years 5.25% p.a. 5.35% p.a.

    Rates are pre-tax and subject to change. T&Cs apply.

    *The Depositor Compensation Scheme (DCS) covers eligible depositors up to $100,000 if your deposit taker fails, when your money is held in DCS-protected accounts, like Welcome secured deposits and our Wholesale PIE Fund. The DCS is a Government scheme that is funded by deposit takers and administered by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua (RBNZ). For details go to: rbnz.govt.nz/dcs.

    Term Rate $150K+ Rate
    6 Months 4.00% p.a. 4.05% p.a.
    9 Months 4.20% p.a. 4.25% p.a.
    12 Months 4.40% p.a. 4.50% p.a.
    18 Months 4.65% p.a. 4.75% p.a.
    2 Years 4.80% p.a. 4.90% p.a.
    3 Years 4.85% p.a. 4.95% p.a.
    4 Years 5.00% p.a. 5.10% p.a.
    5 Years 5.25% p.a. 5.35% p.a.

    Rates are pre-tax and subject to change. T&Cs apply.

    *The Depositor Compensation Scheme (DCS) covers eligible depositors up to $100,000 if your deposit taker fails, when your money is held in DCS-protected accounts, like Welcome secured deposits and our Wholesale PIE Fund. The DCS is a Government scheme that is funded by deposit takers and administered by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua (RBNZ). For details go to: rbnz.govt.nz/dcs.

    This fund is for wholesale investors only. Please refer to the Welcome Term PIE - Information Memorandum.

    Minimum $100,000 deposit; preferential rates for deposits of $150K or more ($150K+ rate). For amounts of $250,000 or more contact us for special rates and terms.
    Term Rate $150K+ Rate Tax Effective Rate at 39% Payout Option
    6 Months 4.00% p.a. 4.05% p.a. 4.78% p.a.
    9 Months 4.20% p.a. 4.25% p.a. 5.02% p.a.
    12 Months 4.40% p.a. 4.50% p.a. 5.31% p.a.
    18 Months 4.65% p.a. 4.75% p.a. 5.61% p.a.
    2 Years 4.80% p.a. 4.90% p.a. 5.78% p.a.
    3 Years 4.85% p.a. 4.95% p.a. 5.84% p.a.
    4 Years 5.00% p.a. 5.10% p.a. 6.02% p.a.
    5 Years 5.25% p.a. 5.35% p.a. 6.31% p.a.

    The Wholesale PIE Fund is available to wholesale investors only.

    *The Depositor Compensation Scheme (DCS) covers eligible depositors up to $100,000 if your deposit taker fails, when your money is held in DCS-protected accounts, like Welcome secured deposits and our Wholesale PIE Fund. The DCS is a Government scheme that is funded by deposit takers and administered by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua (RBNZ). For details go to: rbnz.govt.nz/dcs.

    Term Rate $150K+ Rate Tax Effective Rate at 39%
    6 Months 4.00% p.a. 4.05% p.a. 4.78% p.a.
    9 Months 4.20% p.a. 4.25% p.a. 5.02% p.a.
    12 Months 4.40% p.a. 4.50% p.a. 5.31% p.a.
    18 Months 4.65% p.a. 4.75% p.a. 5.61% p.a.
    2 Years 4.80% p.a. 4.90% p.a. 5.78% p.a.
    3 Years 4.85% p.a. 4.95% p.a. 5.84% p.a.
    4 Years 5.00% p.a. 5.10% p.a. 6.02% p.a.
    5 Years 5.25% p.a. 5.35% p.a. 6.31% p.a.

    The Wholesale PIE Fund is available to wholesale investors only.

    *The Depositor Compensation Scheme (DCS) covers eligible depositors up to $100,000 if your deposit taker fails, when your money is held in DCS-protected accounts, like Welcome secured deposits and our Wholesale PIE Fund. The DCS is a Government scheme that is funded by deposit takers and administered by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua (RBNZ). For details go to: rbnz.govt.nz/dcs.

The Original Term Deposit!

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Back in the day, loads of Kiwis adventured around Europe in a beloved Kombi van. They bought them, named them and often sold them on for more than they paid for at the end of the tour.

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The Kombi was their transport, their home and the epitome of every adventurous goal they wanted to kick – an investment that gave back in every way.

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And that's why we love the Kombi - the original term deposit that gives us the choices to live the life we choose, with more options.

Jump on board, we'll take you further.

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