Standard Bank Offshore


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Fixed term deposit accounts are available in most major currencies and are suitable for clients who are able to predetermine their cash flow and who wish to lock away a sum of money for a fixed period.

Its key attributes are :
  • interest rates are linked to the London and other international money markets
  • deposit periods range from one week
  • the interest rate is fixed for the term of the deposit and funds may not be added or withdrawn until maturity
  • on maturity the interest and capital or a part thereof can either be repaid to the client or reinvested for a further term according to the client's requirements
  • the client automatically receives an advice on each renewal date detailing the account balance, the maturity date and the interest rate prevailing
  • the minimum balance requirement for deposits for periods of one month or more is £25,000/US$50,000/Euro 50,000, however, for deposits of 6 months or longer, the minimum balance is reduced to £10,000/US$25,000/Euro 25,000. Quotes for larger amounts and other periods available on request
  • deposits are accepted in other major currencies and details are available on request.
  • transfers from the account can be made either by way of bank cheque or electronic transfer, subject to us receiving instructions by midday on the date of maturity in respect of sterling accounts and two working days prior to the maturity date in respect of other accounts
Opening an account could not be easier. Please complete an Application form and return it to us.