Absa Bank : Salary & Debit Order Switching South Africa

Name of the Organization : Absa Bank
Type of Facility : Salary & Debit Order Switching
Country: South Africa
Website : http://www.absa.co.za/Absacoza/Individual/Switch-to-Absa/Salary-and-Debit-Order-switching

ABSA Salary & Debit Order Switching

Once you have opened an Absa account, you can switch your debit orders and your salary. All you need to do is:
Click on the Switch Now button and complete your Debit Order and Salary Switching request to reach us online

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Complete this Debit Order and Salary Switching Request and email it to switching AT absa.co.za or fax it to 086 753 3537 .It is that simple!

Debit Order & Salary Switching Request

Step 1 : Are you accessing a saved application? yes/no
Step 2 : Select Identity Type
Step 3 : Enter ID/Passport Number
Step 4 : Enter Application reference number:
Step 5 : Enter the characters as displayed in the image as a security
Step 6 : Click on Continue button.

Once we receive your request, we will always keep you updated of the progress, and the next steps are:
** You will receive an SMS or email (based on your preferences) to let you know that we have received your request
** We submit your request to each service provider and your employer and follow up with them until everything is switched. Companies that will not allow Absa to switch on your behalf

** There are some service providers or employers that need more information to switch – so within 48 hours we will send you an update on the status of this, and the next steps to follow to complete the switching process

** Within 2 weeks you will receive confirmation of the deduction date for all successfully switched debit orders

** If there are still any outstanding debit orders not switched, within 4 weeks, we will send you confirmation of the deduction date for all successfully switched debit orders

If there are any outstanding debit orders not switched within 6 weeks, we will contact you with an update and the next steps to be taken; but please don’t close your old account until all your debit orders and salary have been switched to ensure that your payments at these providers are always up to date.

Switching FAQs

When you switch your account, debit orders and salary to Absa, you will have access to a range of products and value added benefits, such as:
** Absa Online Banking offers you more than easy and safe access to your bank accounts 24 hours a day. You can also pay accounts, transfer funds, buy prepaid airtime and send money

** Cellphone Banking offers you a convenient way of banking using the one item you never leave home without – your cellphone

** NotifyMe is a great way of keeping track of your finances conveniently, and allows you to stay informed and in control of transactions on your accounts
** Earn cash Rewards every time you swipe your card

** Send money to someone who doesn’t have a bank account and they can receive it from any Absa ATM with CashSend
** eStatements are electronic statements that can be delivered directly to your email inbox

** Debit order switching – free of charge!
** When you top-up your prepaid airtime with Absa, you can choose from one of five convenient payment channels: Absa ATMs, Absa Internet Banking, Cellphone Banking, Telephone Banking and Cellphone Banking Lite

** Pay fines quickly and easily
** Send money internationally with Western Union

How long does it take to complete the switching form?:
The online form takes a few minutes to fill in. Once you have completed the switching request, submit the form and we’ll take care of the rest.

What is important to remember when completing the form?:
** There are two options available:
** Salary switch, which requires you to fill in your employer’s information
** Debit order switch, which requires you to complete a list of your current debit orders

** Complete all your personal details and don’t forget to provide us with contact details
** Don’t forget to add your Absa account details and the details of your previous bank account

** When filling in the details of your debit orders, make sure that all reference numbers are filled in accurately, otherwise we will not be able to find your debit order

How long does it take for the switch to be completed?:
Switching will take up to 6 weeks to complete, depending on your employer and the service providers you have debit orders with. We will however keep you updated of the progress

Does switching cost anything?:
No, switching is free!

Do I need my spouse’s consent to switch home loans?:
No, you do not need your spouse’s consent to switch an Absa Home Loan. However, if the service provider needs more information they will contact you directly.

Do all service providers accept debit order or salary switching instructions from Absa?:
** No. Some service providers and employers will only switch on your direct instruction and will not accept switching instructions from Absa

** We will however help you initiate the process by providing you with switching letters to send to these service providers and employers

** See the list of all service providers, banks and employers who do not accept Absa-initiated debit order or salary switching instructions

Will Absa be able to switch my internal stop orders and beneficiary payments?:
Unfortunately not, but you can have this done by either visiting your nearest Absa Branch or on Absa Online

Can Absa change the date when a debit order is due?:
No, only you can change your debit order dates

When do I need to close my old account?:
You can close your old account after:
** you have confirmation that all your debit orders and salaries have been switched
** your first run of debit orders has come off your new account
** your salary has been paid into your Absa account.