Personal Loans

Student Loan

Your education is important. This is why we want to make it easy for you to fund your studies and make the most of your student life. And that’s not all. You’ll also get a current account, debit card, and access to myAncoria for your convenience.

LOAN AMOUNT

Up to €100,000

INTEREST RATE

5.34%

Applicants may choose between a floating rate with Ancoria Bank’s base rate OR Euribor 6 months. View interest rates

APR

5.66%

APR is calculated based on the representative example shown below

LOAN TERM

5 – 15 years

Flexibility options:

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Up to five-year Grace Period on capital (this means you only need to pay the interest during this period) from the start of the loan, or up to one year after you complete your studies (whichever comes first) lets you focus on your education without worrying about your repayments

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Choose between an immediate or graduate disbursement of your loan, depending on your specific needs

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You can choose to repay your loan earlier than your agreed student loan repayment schedule, partially or fully*

*In case of early loan repayments, there is the possibility of a prepayment fee. See the relevant formula in our Commissions and Charges table

What securities are requested for a Student Loan?

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First mortgage on immovable property
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Life insurance policy on the borrower
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Fire and earthquake insurance over the mortgaged property
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Any other security or guarantee as required by the Bank

Additional information:

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Student Loans are granted jointly to the student and one or both of the parents

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Initial charges:
There are no initial charges on student loans. For more information on our charges, you can view our Commissions and Charges table

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You can view all rates here

 

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Loan falling under the Credit Agreements for Consumers Relating to Residential Immovable Property Law 2017:    You have the right to withdraw from the credit agreement, within five (5) working days from its conclusion, without penalty and without justification, unless you proceed with the disbursement of any amount that is the subject matter of the credit agreement before the expiry of these five (5) working days to exercise this right

Loan falling under the Credit Agreements for Consumers Law 2010: You have the right, without stating any reasons, to withdraw from the loan agreement within fourteen (14) days from its signing or from the receipt of the terms of the loan agreement, in case that this follows the signing of the agreement

Representative example:

At Ancoria Bank, we want to make sure you have all the information you need at all times. We’ve provided a representative example, that you can use as a guide.

LOAN AMOUNT

€50,000

PRICING

5.34%

APR**

5.66%

LOAN TERM

15 YEARS

INITIAL CHARGES

€0

MONTHLY INSTALMENT

€404

TOTAL AMOUNT PAYABLE

€72,793

APR CALCULATION

**APR (Annual Percentage Rate) has been calculated on 08/04/2024 and is based on the following information:

  • Interest Rate: BBRC as at 08/04/2024 was 3.29% + margin 2.05%
  • No Bank initial charges
  • Other initial charges: €581 (including stamp duty fees/ mortgage fees)
  • Loan amount of €50,000
  • Loan term of 15 years
  • Security on Loan: Mortgage on property with market value €80,000 and mortgaged value €50,000
  • Assignment of Life Insurance, Artemis report, valuation fees for property mortgaged and Fire Insurance of mortgaged property have not been taken into consideration for this calculation

Frequently Asked Questions

For which purposes can I apply for Ancoria Bank’s Student Loan?

A Student Loan from Ancoria Bank covers own or third-party university/college fees and living expenses during studies.

How can I apply for a Student Loan with Ancoria Bank?

You can use the Loan Calculator to evaluate your eligibility. Additionally, you can email or contact us to schedule an appointment for more information

What is the maximum amount for Ancoria Bank’s Student Loan?

You can apply for up to €100,000.

What is the repayment duration of the loan?

The repayment duration of the Student Loan is from 5 to 15 years.

Do I have a right of withdrawal?

• If your loan is secured with a mortgage, you have the right to withdraw within 5 working days from its conclusion without penalty or justification, unless you proceed with the disbursement of any amount subject to the credit agreement before the expiry of these 5 working days.
• If your loan is not secured with a mortgage, you have the right to withdraw from the loan agreement within 14 days from its signing or from the receipt of the terms of the loan agreement if it follows the signing of the agreement.

Is there a grace period to start repaying my loan?

There is a grace period on the capital, equivalent to the years of study plus one year, with a maximum of five years. During this period, you will only pay interest rates.

Will my Student Loan from Ancoria Bank have a fixed or variable interest rate?

Ancoria Bank’s Student Loan has a variable interest rate, calculated based on the BBRC (Bank’s Base Rate Consumer) plus the margin.

What is the difference between variable and fixed interest rates?

A variable interest rate fluctuates based on market changes, whereas a fixed interest rate remains constant throughout the loan term.

What is Annual Percentage Rate (APR)?

The Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is the total cost of the credit facility expressed as an annual percentage, helping you compare different offers.

Are there any initial charges?

There are no initial charges on the Student Loan. For details on charges, refer to our Table of Commissions and Charges.

Is my Student Loan disbursed all at once?

Payments are allocated based on invoices for tuition fees, accommodation fees, and living expenses for each academic year.

Can I repay part or the full balance of my loan earlier?

You can choose to partially or fully repay your loan earlier than your agreed student loan repayment schedule, with the possibility of a prepayment fee.

What happens if I miss a repayment of my loan?

Missing a repayment will result in extra charges or penalty fees, increasing the cost of your loan.

How can Ancoria Bank support me if I experience financial hardships while repaying my Student Loan?

We advise customers experiencing financial difficulties to promptly contact their personal banker or a bank representative to adjust their repayment schedule.

Warning: If you fail to meet your loan repayment plan, you may lose your home or other property.
Warning: There are charges for early loan repayment (Find out more at the links: Commissions and charges & Prepayment penalty for fixed rate loans).
Warning: In case of variable interest rates, the instalment amount and total cost of the facility may increase or decrease depending on variations in the base rate.

Disclaimer: Ancoria Bank Ltd may at its choice, reject an application/business relationship for legal, regulatory or other reasons and withdraw or amend any plan, at any time. The granting of credit facilities is subject to the granting of security acceptable to the Bank. In certain cases, the offer which Ancoria Bank Ltd may make, may differ, following an assessment of your personal financial and other circumstances.

Are you

thinking about

a loan?

With our Loan Calculator, you can get an instant look at:

  • What your indicative monthly instalment will be
  • Whether you may be eligible for the loan you want

You can then easily request a video or phone call with us to talk more about it. No strings attached.

If you have any questions, or simply need some help to get started

Call us on 8000 0050 or +357 22849000