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Nimble Short Term Loans
Establishment fee (now 20% of the loan amount) and monthly fee (now 4% of the loan amount) Nimble offer a fast and easy online application. You can apply today to get approved for up to $2,000.
Loan amount: $2,000
Loan term: 62 days to 9 months
Turnaround time: 1 hour - conditions apply
Fees: 20% of loan amount + 4% of loan amount each month
Nimble offers loans of between $300 and $2,000. The loan terms vary but will be between 62 days to 9 months.
What is the interest rate on a Nimble Small Loan?
The interest rate on a Nimble Small Loan is represented by the fees you are charged. You will be charged 20% of your principal loan amount as an establishment fee and 4% of your principal loan amount as a monthly fee. This makes up the "interest" you pay on your Nimble loan. The longer you hold the loan and the more money you borrow, the more fees you will be charged
Is Nimble safe?
Nimble is an Australian-based lender that has been operating in the short-term loans space since 2005. Nimble offers assistance via email, social media channels and over the phone to answer any questions.
Pros and cons
Straightforward application process. Nimble's Small Loan application takes just a few minutes and eligibility criteria is flexible.
Potential for fast approval and funds transfer. Nimble loans offer quick, online approval and you could receive your money within 60 minutes if your loan is confirmed before 4:30pm on a banking day.
Flexible loan terms. Loan terms ranging between 62 days to 9 months.
Potential for high fees. These types of loans can have much higher fees for borrowing when compared to other personal loans, including late payment fees and more. This makes it important to carefully compare options before deciding whether or not to apply.
Your repayment term is limited. Your repayments are based on your pay frequency and are not as flexible when compared to other loan providers. Generally you have to have the Nimble Small Loan repaid within a short period, with a maximum loan term of 274 days.
Not available to Centrelink recipients. You can't access a Nimble loan if you are getting welfare payments from Centrelink.
With a Nimble Small Loan, the total repayment amount will be the amount you borrow plus an establishment fee of 20% and a monthly fee of 4%, both calculated off the principal amount.
If you fail to make your repayments or do not make your repayments on time, you will be charged additional fees. These may include a $15 charge for a missing payment or daily fees of $5 for late payments. The total amount you may pay is capped to twice the amount of what you borrow.
Generally, to be considered for a Nimble loan you need to meet the following criteria:
Be 18 years or older
Be employed
Be paid regularly into a bank account
Not be reliant on benefits such as Centrelink as a primary source of income
How to apply
Clicking the "Go to Site" button will take you to a secure application page. You will have to provide personal details, contact details and financial details which include your pay cycle, monthly expenses, rent or mortgage repayment amounts and your employment details.
Frequently asked questions about Nimble
If a Nimble loan application is approved by 4:30pm AEST on banking days, the funds may be transferred to a person's nominated bank account within 60 minutes of receiving approval. Loans submitted after these times will be processed on the next business day. The time it takes to receive funds may also depend on the bank. For people with a prepaid Nimble card, approved funds are added instantly.
Nimble may consider applications from people with a bad credit history, but this will depend on many factors including the person's current financial situation.
Nimble sets out the repayment dates and amounts in the loan contract and direct debits a person's nominated account on the scheduled repayment dates. Nimble will send a reminder the day before repayments are due so people can make sure they have sufficient funds in the nominated account.
If you are experiencing financial hardship and don't think you will make a repayment, you should notify the Nimble Repayments Team as soon as possible by calling 113 156 between 7am and 7pm Monday to Friday, or between 9am and 5pm on Saturday.
These lenders won't complete a credit check when people apply for a loan, but there are other eligibility requirements that applicants must meet. Learn more here.
Need a loan but are worried you won't be approved? Before jumping the traditional bank ship and searching for a loan shark, find out how these "lenders" operate in Australia and why you should avoid them.
Thank you for reaching out to Finder. Unfortunately, the Nimble Small Loan is available to Australian residents. However, there are loans that you can check if you are in the Philippines. Please refer to Finder PH personal loans guide for more information.
Hope this helps. Please don’t hesitate to contact us for anything else.
For Nimble, your repayments could be consisting of the amount you borrow plus 20% of your principal loan amount as an establishment fee and 4% of your principal loan amount as a monthly fee.
Before you take out the loan, you’ll know how much you have to pay because the fees are clearly outlined.
Nimble payday loan isn’t available for Centrelink recipients, unfortunately. However, there are still lenders that may consider you for a loan. You can check with the lenders found on our comprehensive guide to getting a loan on Centrelink payments.
Please click the name of the lender to be redirected to our review page and learn more about the lender’s loan offer, rates, and requirements as well as the pros and cons of using their loan service. When you are ready, you may then click on the “Go to site” button and you will be redirected to the lender’s website where you can proceed with the application or get in touch with their representatives for further inquiries you may have.
Before applying, please ensure that you meet all the eligibility criteria and read through the details of the needed requirements as well as the relevant Product Disclosure Statements/Terms and Conditions when comparing your options before making a decision on whether it is right for you. You can also contact the provider if you have specific questions.
Once Nimble approves you loan application, you could receive your money within 60 minutes into your nominated bank account if loan is approved by 4:30pm AEST during banking days. For the loans submitted after that will be processed on the next business day. Note that the time it takes to receive your loan depends on your bank as well. You’ll receive your funds instantly if you are approved if you have a prepaid Nimble card.
You can get a prepaid Nimble card if you ask for this when you’re approved. This will be sent to you within 3-4 days.
Yes, it is possible to get a loan. Your eligibility for a loan will depend on the requirements and the lender you apply with.
You may refer to our list of startup business loans and check out the guides and tips on how to select the loan that fits your needs.
Alternatively, you may refer to our guide for a comparison of quick short term loan options and lenders that offers a quick turnaround time for loan application.
Before applying for any loan, please ensure that you meet all the eligibility criteria and read through the details of the needed requirements as well as the relevant Product Disclosure Statements/Terms and Conditions when comparing your options before making a decision on whether it is right for you.
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Can i apply if I’m in the Philippines
Hi Cecil,
Happy Holidays!
Thank you for reaching out to Finder. Unfortunately, the Nimble Small Loan is available to Australian residents. However, there are loans that you can check if you are in the Philippines. Please refer to Finder PH personal loans guide for more information.
Hope this helps. Please don’t hesitate to contact us for anything else.
Regards,
Val
Hi. For research, what are the monthly fees for Nimble?
Hi Anon,
Thank you for your comment.
For Nimble, your repayments could be consisting of the amount you borrow plus 20% of your principal loan amount as an establishment fee and 4% of your principal loan amount as a monthly fee.
Before you take out the loan, you’ll know how much you have to pay because the fees are clearly outlined.
Regards,
Jhezelyn
I am not working from 2000 I been a stay home mum but I can’t get any loan from anywhere. I get the centrelinks benefits.
Hi Maria,
Thank you for your comment.
Nimble payday loan isn’t available for Centrelink recipients, unfortunately. However, there are still lenders that may consider you for a loan. You can check with the lenders found on our comprehensive guide to getting a loan on Centrelink payments.
Please click the name of the lender to be redirected to our review page and learn more about the lender’s loan offer, rates, and requirements as well as the pros and cons of using their loan service. When you are ready, you may then click on the “Go to site” button and you will be redirected to the lender’s website where you can proceed with the application or get in touch with their representatives for further inquiries you may have.
Before applying, please ensure that you meet all the eligibility criteria and read through the details of the needed requirements as well as the relevant Product Disclosure Statements/Terms and Conditions when comparing your options before making a decision on whether it is right for you. You can also contact the provider if you have specific questions.
Regards,
Jhezelyn
When I apply how long will it take to get the money?
Hi Trisha,
Thank you for your comment.
Once Nimble approves you loan application, you could receive your money within 60 minutes into your nominated bank account if loan is approved by 4:30pm AEST during banking days. For the loans submitted after that will be processed on the next business day. Note that the time it takes to receive your loan depends on your bank as well. You’ll receive your funds instantly if you are approved if you have a prepaid Nimble card.
You can get a prepaid Nimble card if you ask for this when you’re approved. This will be sent to you within 3-4 days.
Regards,
Jhezelyn
I need $1000 to start-up a business in 2 days time. Is it possible to get a loan?
Hi Davidson,
Thank you for your enquiry.
Yes, it is possible to get a loan. Your eligibility for a loan will depend on the requirements and the lender you apply with.
You may refer to our list of startup business loans and check out the guides and tips on how to select the loan that fits your needs.
Alternatively, you may refer to our guide for a comparison of quick short term loan options and lenders that offers a quick turnaround time for loan application.
Before applying for any loan, please ensure that you meet all the eligibility criteria and read through the details of the needed requirements as well as the relevant Product Disclosure Statements/Terms and Conditions when comparing your options before making a decision on whether it is right for you.
I hope this helps.
Kind regards,
Jason