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PAYDAY LOANS

Get through to
your next payday

Need cash before your next salary payment?
Compare borrowing options from South African lenders and check the full cost.

  • Explore online options
  • Choose your repayment date
  • Check lender requirements

Payday loan calculator

Plan your borrowing around your next payday.

R 500R 8,000
Total repaymentCheck lender quote
Interest & feesSet by the lender
Your planned payday
Final amounts, dates and costs depend on the lender.

Loan options before your next payday

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LendPlus

AmountUp to R4,000
TermIn your quote
Maximum for repeat customers
  • Valid South African ID
  • 3 months bank statements
  • Online application
Get a loan
Online loan

PrimeLoans

AmountUp to R8,000
TermIn your quote
Maximum for repeat customers
  • ID copy & proof of residence
  • Bank statements & payslip
  • Online application
Get a loan
Online loan

Jabulani Money

AmountIndividual limit
TermIn your quote
Confirm available amount
  • South African ID
  • 3 recent bank statements
  • Affordability assessment
Get a loan
Online loan

CrediWise

AmountUp to R8,000
TermIn your quote
Maximum for repeat customers
  • Valid South African ID
  • 3 months bank statements
  • Online application
Get a loan

Published provider information · Reviewed 12 October 2026. These are not personalised offers or confirmed matches. Amount and term requests do not guarantee availability.

PUBLISHED PROVIDER COMPARISON

Compare repayment around your payday

Compare collection arrangements and check that the actual debit date fits your salary date.

5 providers

Published conditions; final availability is confirmed by the lender.

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Compare repayment around your payday — published information, not personalised offers
ProviderPublished amountRepayment date / collectionBefore payoutCost to check
CreditZACentury Financial ServicesGet a loanR500–R8,000Confirm payment dates and mandate in quoteBank transfer after agreement and DebiCheckDaily interest: 0.16% new / 0.10% subsequent; initiation fee and R69 monthly service fee
LendPlusGet a loanUp to R4,000Payment dates in account / agreementAgreement and DebiCheck before bank payout; ask about eWalletObtain a dated quote; published rate descriptions differ
PrimeLoansGet a loanUp to R8,000Payment dates in account / agreementAgreement and DebiCheck before bank payout; ask about eWalletConfirm interest, initiation fee and monthly charges in quote
Jabulani MoneyGet a loanConfirm with providerDebit order scheduled around salary date; confirm actual dateBank payout; same-day statement is conditionalInterest, initiation and monthly service charges listed; amounts in quote
CrediWiseGet a loanUp to R8,000Payment dates in account / agreementAgreement and DebiCheck before bank payout; ask about eWalletConfirm interest, initiation fee and monthly charges in quote
What to confirm in your quote

Confirm the debit date, full amount due and what happens if your salary arrives late.

Sources: official provider websites and FAQs, linked with source notes in each provider profile. Reviewed 12 October 2026. Unknown terms are shown explicitly; published ceilings are not confirmed matches.

PLAN YOUR BUDGET

Can I afford a payday loan?

See how a repayment fits into your budget. Enter the full repayment from your lender’s quote.

R 3,000R 30,000
R 2,000R 20,000
R 500R 12,000

After expenses and repayment

left from your next paycheck

Loan repayment
Remaining funds

Budget planning only. This does not assess eligibility.
HOW IT WORKS

How payday loans work

1

Choose your amount and payday date

Use the calculator to plan your borrowing.

2

Apply online

Complete the application on the lender’s website.

3

Review the decision

Check the final quote, fees and due dates.

4

Receive your funds

If approved, payout depends on the provider and your bank.

Payday loan requirements

South African ID

Check accepted identification.

Active bank account

Usually in your own name.

Verifiable income

Evidence of regular income.

Recent income records

Documents vary by lender.

Age requirements

Minimum age varies by provider.

Frequently asked questions

What is a payday loan?

A short-term loan intended to be repaid around your next payday. Always check the actual repayment schedule.

How quickly can I get the money?

Decision and payout times depend on the lender, verification and your bank. Approval is not guaranteed.

What do I need to apply?

Typically identification, a bank account and verifiable income. Each provider sets its own requirements.

How much does a payday loan cost?

Review the total repayment, interest and all fees in the lender’s quote. The budget tool uses the repayment amount you enter.

Is it safe to apply online?

Use the provider’s official website, verify its registration and review its privacy information before sharing details.

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