Summary
Before you get started, here’s a quick recap of what you’re applying for:
The Westpac eSaver account comes with a Westpac Choice everyday account so you can easily transfer money in and out. We'll only open a Choice account if you don't already have one.
To open you'll need to be at least 14 years old with an Australian residential address. If you’re under 14, go to a branch with a parent or guardian.
Westpac eSaver
New eSaver customers who are new arrivals to Australia and have never held an eSaver account earn up to 5.35% p.a. total introductory rate for the first 5 months, which is made up of:
The standard variable rate will apply after the first 5 months. For customers who have or previously held the product before, the standard variable rate of 1.25% p.a. applies.* |
Westpac Choice (if you don't already have one)
Open a new Westpac Choice everyday account and an eligible savings account between 9 June and 30 September 2026. Spend at least $50 on your debit card within 15 days of opening your account on eligible purchases. You must not have held any Westpac transaction account or savings account in the last 2 years. Must be 18 years or older - T&Cs apply.^ |
What kind of account do you need?
Are you currently living in Australia?
Are you already a Westpac customer?
What to have handy
- Your Westpac Online Banking sign in details.
By continuing you agree
To begin, you acknowledge:
- You have read our Privacy Statement which explains how we collect, use and disclose your personal information, including marketing communications which we send to you.
- You have read our Financial Services Guide (PDF 218KB) which provides important information on the financial services and products we offer as a financial services licensee.
By opening the account, you agree:
- To the Deposit Accounts for Personal Customers Terms and Conditions (PDF 687KB) and the Online Banking Terms and Conditions (PDF 814KB) that apply to the products and services you are applying for.
- To us sending you a Debit Mastercard® and linking it to your account, as set out in the Westpac Debit Mastercard Terms and Conditions (PDF 396KB).
- To provide your consents to the actions we may take in processing your application including:
- for us to contact you about this application
- for you to receive communications about your account, as well as account statements and terms and conditions electronically. You may change your communication preferences in Online Banking or by contacting us at any time. If you are not registered for Online Banking, you will receive account statements in paper form.
- To acknowledge your obligations including Anti-Money Laundering/Counter-Terrorism Funding requirements and our other reporting obligations if you are a foreign tax resident.
Ready to get started?
What to have handy
By continuing you agree
To begin, you acknowledge:
- You have read our Privacy Statement which explains how we collect, use and disclose your personal information, including marketing communications which we send to you.
- You have read our Financial Services Guide (PDF 218KB) which provides important information on the financial services and products we offer as a financial services licensee.
By opening the account, you agree:
- To the Deposit Accounts for Personal Customers Terms and Conditions (PDF 687KB) and the Online Banking Terms and Conditions (PDF 814KB) that apply to the products and services you are applying for.
- To us sending you a Debit Mastercard® and linking it to your account, as set out in the Westpac Debit Mastercard Terms and Conditions (PDF 396KB).
- To provide your consents to the actions we may take in processing your application including:
- for us to contact you about this application
- for you to receive communications about your account, as well as account statements and terms and conditions electronically. You may change your communication preferences in Online Banking or by contacting us at any time. If you are not registered for Online Banking, you will receive account statements in paper form.
- To acknowledge your obligations including Anti-Money Laundering/Counter-Terrorism Funding requirements and our other reporting obligations if you are a foreign tax resident.
Ready to get started?
Are you both currently living in Australia?
Are you already a Westpac customer?
What to have handy
- Your Westpac Online Banking sign in details.
By continuing you agree
To begin, you acknowledge:
- You have read our Privacy Statement which explains how we collect, use and disclose your personal information, including marketing communications which we send to you.
- You have read our Financial Services Guide (PDF 218KB) which provides important information on the financial services and products we offer as a financial services licensee.
By opening the account, you agree:
- To the Deposit Accounts for Personal Customers Terms and Conditions (PDF 687KB) and the Online Banking Terms and Conditions (PDF 814KB) that apply to the products and services you are applying for.
- To us sending you a Debit Mastercard® and linking it to your account, as set out in the Westpac Debit Mastercard Terms and Conditions (PDF 396KB).
- To provide your consents to the actions we may take in processing your application including:
- for us to contact you about this application
- for you to receive communications about your account, as well as account statements and terms and conditions electronically. You may change your communication preferences in Online Banking or by contacting us at any time. If you are not registered for Online Banking, you will receive account statements in paper form.
- To acknowledge your obligations including Anti-Money Laundering/Counter-Terrorism Funding requirements and our other reporting obligations if you are a foreign tax resident.
- To hold the account in joint names (to open an account in trust you’ll need to visit a branch).
- That you have permission to give us personal information about any joint applicants.
- That both account holders can transact on the account individually, for example, withdraw funds without permission from the other account holder.
Ready to get started?
What to have handy
By continuing you agree
To begin, you acknowledge:
- You have read our Privacy Statement which explains how we collect, use and disclose your personal information, including marketing communications which we send to you.
- You have read our Financial Services Guide (PDF 218KB) which provides important information on the financial services and products we offer as a financial services licensee.
By opening the account, you agree:
- To the Deposit Accounts for Personal Customers Terms and Conditions (PDF 687KB) and the Online Banking Terms and Conditions (PDF 814KB) that apply to the products and services you are applying for.
- To us sending you a Debit Mastercard® and linking it to your account, as set out in the Westpac Debit Mastercard Terms and Conditions (PDF 396KB).
- To provide your consents to the actions we may take in processing your application including:
- for us to contact you about this application
- for you to receive communications about your account, as well as account statements and terms and conditions electronically. You may change your communication preferences in Online Banking or by contacting us at any time. If you are not registered for Online Banking, you will receive account statements in paper form.
- To acknowledge your obligations including Anti-Money Laundering/Counter-Terrorism Funding requirements and our other reporting obligations if you are a foreign tax resident.
- To hold the account in joint names (to open an account in trust you’ll need to visit a branch).
- That you have permission to give us personal information about any joint applicants.
- That both account holders can transact on the account individually, for example, withdraw funds without permission from the other account holder.
Ready to get started?
Things you should know
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ºIntroductory Fixed Rate and New Arrivals Fixed Bonus Rate
- Offer available from 15/05/2026 for a limited time only for customers who are new to Australia (arrived in the last 12 months). After 5 months, the standard variable interest rate, currently 1.25% p.a. will apply.
- Only available for new eSaver accounts opened by sole applicants who have never held an eSaver account before.
- Customers must hold a valid foreign issued identification document in our identification checklist (PDF 657KB)
- If you are experiencing issues applying online, please contact a Westpac branch.
- Not available in conjunction with any other offer, unless we determine otherwise.
- We reserve the right to withdraw, amend or extend this offer at any time.
This promotion runs from 9 June 2026 to 30 September 2026.
To be eligible you must:
- 18+ and have not held any transaction account or savings accounts with Westpac in the last 2 years from the date the last transaction or savings account closure.
- Open a new Westpac Choice account AND, either a Westpac Life OR Westpac eSaver. Accounts must be in the same name, activated and ready to use.
- Make eligible purchases totalling at least $50 using the debit card linked to your Westpac Choice account within 15 calendar days of the first account being opened. Transaction(s) must be processed (not pending) by the end of the 15th day.
- Transaction(s) must be customer-initiated and does not include interest payments, direct debits or internal transfers between your Westpac accounts.
- Keep the account open for a minimum of 60 days after you meet all other eligibility criteria.
- Hold the accounts in one name only. These accounts cannot be joint accounts.
If you meet the above:
- You're eligible for a one-time $50 payment.
- The $50 payment will be made to your Westpac Life or Westpac eSaver account within 60 days of you meeting all Terms and Conditions and eligibility criteria.
- If you open more than one Westpac Life or Westpac eSaver account, the $50 payment will only be made once into the first savings account opened and activated.
- This promotion may be varied or withdrawn at any time. It is not available in conjunction with any other offer unless otherwise stated.