Product details
With no limit on how much you have to deposit, or how little you can withdraw, CUA provides a high rate of interest to its Youth eSaver Account holders. This convenient account is designed for use by young Australians who want to reach their savings goals quickly. Being online, you can enjoy around the clock access to keep track of earnings and make transfers when needed.
- Product Name
- CUA Youth eSaver Account
- Maximum Variable Rate
- 4.00% p.a.
- Standard Variable Rate
- 4.00% p.a.
- Bonus Variable Rate
- 0.00% p.a.
- Monthly Fee
- $0
- Minimum Opening Deposit
- $1
- Internet Banking
- Yes
- Internet Transaction Fee
- $0
- Phone Banking
- Yes
- Minimum Age Requirement
- 10
- Maximum Age Requirement
- 17
- Covered by Government Guarantee?
- Yes (Up to $250,000 per person, per institution)
What are the features of the CUA Youth eSaver Account?
Savings accounts designed for younger people can be a big help in getting you set up for adulthood. When looking into these types of accounts compare the features amongst various banks to determine which will provide you with the most benefit:
Availability
This account is meant for Australians between the ages of 10 and 17 who must be listed as the only account holder. No joint account holders are permitted although a parent or guardian may be given the authority to monitor the account.
Linked account
When you apply for the Youth eSaver Account you will also be prompted to open a CUA Everyday Youth Account so that you can easily make transfers into and out of your online savings account.
Account keeping fees
There are no monthly fees to be paid for this account.
Accessibility
You can make transfers into and out of the account through online and mobile banking as well as over the phone. These are unlimited free transactions that include direct credits and debits, periodical payments and BPAY.
Easy deposit
Family members and friends can make deposits into the account on your behalf without a linked bank account. You are also allowed to deposit money boxes at a branch for no charge.
Interest rates
Your balance earns a highly competitive interest rate for an at call account on balances of up to $5,000. Interest rates are stepped so that any balance above that amount will receive a lower rate of interest.
Interest payments
The interest is calculated on the daily balance and deposited into the account each month. The interest rate is variable, which means it could change according to the movements of the RBA cash rate.
Minimum ongoing balance
You must maintain a minimum balance of one dollar with this account.
Account conversion
Once the account holder reaches their 18th birthday, the Youth eSaver will be automatically converted to an eSaver Plus Account. You can also take a look at other CUA products here.
Pros
- No monthly fee
- Unlimited electronic transactions
- Competitive interest rate
Cons
- No counter service
How do I apply for the CUA Youth eSaver Account?
Completing an application for the CUA Youth eSaver Account should take about 10 minutes.
Eligibility to apply
You will be asked to confirm that you meet the eligibility requirements before beginning. These include:
- Minimum age. Account holders must be between the ages of 10 and 17 for the Youth eSaver Account.
- Residency requirements. In order to be eligible you must be a permanent resident of Australia and have a residential mailing address.
- Depository requirements. The minimum opening deposit amount is one dollar in order to activate the account.
Documentation required
You will also be asked to supply certain information as you fill out the online application which can be found on the following documentation:
- Tax file number. Depending on your circumstance, interest earnings can be taxed as a part of your income. CUA is obligated to withhold tax on interest earnings in some cases, and will use your tax file number (TFN) or exemption code to ensure that they are applying the correct rate.
- Identification. A primary photo identification document such as a driver’s licence or passport is typically used for identification, but with minors who do not have either of these documents a school ID card or your Australian birth certificate can be used.
- Third party authority. There is a section on the application that grants a parent or guardian the authority to obtain information about the account if you desire to do so.
What happens after I submit my application?
After submitting the online application you will be notified if any additional information is needed in order for the account to be activated. Once all the details have been confirmation you will receive your account number and deposit instructions so that you may begin earning interest on your savings.
Which ATMs are accessible without a fee?
Hi Toni,
Thank you for leaving a question.
You may visit the Credit Union Australia website and look at the top right hand corner of the page to see the “Find a Branch or ATM” button. Once you have entered your postcode, all CUA affiliated ATMs will reflect which are free of fees. Hope this helps.
Cheers,
Reggie
I just want to confirm that the card you get with this can be used as a ‘debit card’ for online purchases
Hi Alison,
Thanks for leaving a question on finder.
I can confirm that you can use the CUA Youth eSaver Account to purchase items online.
Please send me a message if you need anything else. :)
Cheers,
Joel
Do u still get the 4% p.a. No matter how many withdrawals you make
Hi Pierce,
Thanks for reaching out.
With the CUA Youth eSaver Account, the 4% interest p.a. is only applied to balances $0-$5,000. So even if you make withdrawals but if you maintain your balance not more than $5,000, you’d be able to receive the 4% interest. The 1.00% interest p.a. will be applied to that portion of the balance over $5,000.
Cheers,
May