Youth membership account

Kids can start saving with Qudos Bank from any age.

Apply for a Youth Membership and help your child save towards their goals sooner with our savings accounts.

Features of your Youth Membership

$0 account keeping fees

members under 12 years require signatory access for parents/guardians

view only access to Online Banking and low limit Visa Debit card for 12 to 16 years

optional Visa Debit card linked with a General Savings Account

full access to Online Banking and Visa Debit card for 16+ years

sole signatory access and voting eligibility for 18+ years

For more information about our savings accounts, please see our Terms and Conditions for Savings Accounts and Payment Services

Savings accounts to get you started

Qantas Points Saver

Saving has never been more rewarding. Earn more than just interest, plus get a complimentary Qantas Frequent Flyer membership*.

  • Earn 400 Qantas Points* per annum for every $1,000 of your average balance
  • Qantas Points can be earned on balances up to $1,000,000*
  • No penalties for withdrawing funds
Qantas Points* plus
4.25
%p.a.
Interest rate
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Bonus Saver

Boost your savings when you make no withdrawals in a calendar month. Start building a strong financial future with no minimum deposit.

  • Base rate of 0.05% p.a. applies to all balances
  • Bonus rate of 4.70% p.a. when no withdrawals in a calendar month~
  • Interest calculated daily & credited monthly
Base rate + Bonus rate = total
4.75
%p.a.
Interest rate
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QSaver

Savings made simple. Take your savings to the next level, with Qudos Bank's QSaver. Interest rate of 4.45% p.a. applies for balances above $500,000.

  • $0 account keeping fees
  • No minimum balance or fixed term
  • Direct debit and external funds transfer available
Balances under $500,000
4.35
%p.a.
Interest rate
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FAQs

Related frequently asked questions

How do I become a member?

If you are under the age of 18 yrs, you or your parent/guardian will need to download an application form.

Alternatively you can collect one from your local branch or call us on 1300 747 747 and have a copy posted out to you.

What do I need to apply in branch?

You will need to take along your original Membership application and birth certificate, or a certified copy.

What do I need to apply via mail?

You will need to have your identification certified, and mail a copy of the certification form, identification and original Membership application form. Please note: We are unable to accept faxed, scanned or emailed applications.

Please post your documents to:

Locked Bag 5020
Mascot NSW 1460

How can I apply for an account on behalf of a child or teen?

To open an account for a child or teen, in their name, you will require written consent from the parent or guardian, you will need to provide us with a letter signed and dated by the parent/guardian. You will also need to provide the birth certificate or a certified copy and certification form if applicable.

What forms of identification do I need for the application?

If you’re a parent/guardian and your child or teen is ready to become a signatory of their account, they need to have their identity verified. You/they will be required to provide supporting ID documents, including a birth certificate (or certified copy) and where available a current passport, signed student photo ID card or Learner driver’s license.

How can I access the card?

If you are 12 yrs or older you can request a Low limit Visa Debit Card (parental/guardian consent required), or if you are aged 16 yrs or older, you can apply for a Visa Debit Card. Online banking is not available on youth accounts unless they have become the signatory of their account. The account will however be visible in the signatories own Online Banking homepage.

How do I access Online Banking?

Online banking is available for the account signatory, in most cases the legal guardian opening the account on behalf of a youth customer. The guardian can select to set up Online Banking at the time of application or after by completing our Savings and Products (Youth) application form.

Once a customer becomes 12 years of age they can apply to become a signatory of their account subject to guardian consent, and also apply for Online Banking access. Please note, customer between 12 to 16 years old only have 'View Only' Online Banking access subject to parent(s)/legal guardian consent.

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Important Information

~ A Base rate of interest is applied. Bonus interest is applied to the balance of your account when you make no withdrawal in any calendar month.

* Qantas Points accrue in accordance with and subject to the Qantas Points Banking Terms and Conditions. You must be a member of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program and provide your Qantas Frequent Flyer Membership number to us to earn and redeem Qantas Points. The standard joining fee is waived for Qudos Bank members who are not already a Qantas Frequent Flyer member and who apply at qantas.com/joinffqudos. Membership and the earning and redemption of Qantas Points are subject to the terms and conditions of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program available online at qantas.com/terms. This offer is non transferable and not available in conjunction with any other offer. Qantas Frequent Flyer membership and each application is subject to approval by Qantas. Qudos Bank recommends that you seek independent tax advice in respect of the tax consequences (including fringe benefits tax, and goods and services tax and income tax) arising from the use of this product or from participating in the Qantas Frequent Flyer program or from using any of the rewards or other available program facilities.

Qudos Bank is the issuer, offeror and administrator of the Qantas Points Banking Products and is a credit provider and credit licensee under National Consumer Credit laws.

The information on this page has been prepared without taking into account any person’s financial situation, needs and objectives. Before you make any decisions you should consider whether it is right for you and seek independent legal, financial and taxation advice.

You should read our Terms and Conditions for Savings Accounts and Payment Services and Financial Services Guide before deciding whether to obtain any of our financial products or services. Target Market Determinations available here.

Rates current as at 23 November 2023