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Students
Account

A simple, affordable account for students. Open with as little as MK500 — no monthly service fees, a free debit card and free Mobile Banking.

Centenary Bank account required. Malawi residents only. Ts&Cs apply.

Deposits protected by DIC Malawi
Students Account

    No Monthly Fees

    No monthly service fees — keep more of your money.

    Free Debit Card

    A free debit card plus free Mobile Banking access.

    Build Credit

    Sets a foundation for future access to credit facilities.

Key Features & Benefits

  • With as little as K500.00, the account has no monthly service fees and comes with a free debit card and Mobile Banking facilities (transaction fees still apply on both ATM and Mobile banking)
  • Sets up a foundation for future access to credit facilities from the bank

Transparent pricing

Rates & Charges

FeeCharge
Monthly Service FeeFree
Mobile Banking Monthly FeeFree
VISA CardFree

Fees and charges are reviewed annually.

Getting Started

What you need to open this account

Bring along the documents below and you'll be banking in no time.

Eligibility

  • Students pursuing tertiary education in both public and private Secondary Schools, Colleges and Universities in Malawi, including Technical and other Vocational training schools

Identification

  • Malawians: National Identity Card (including Driving Licence, Traffic Registration Card or Passport)
  • Foreigners: Passport

For those under 18 years

  • Letter from School duly signed by the registrar
  • Student ID Card

Ready to apply?

Scan the code to download the application form, or tap the button below. You can also open this account at any Centenary Bank branch.

Download Application Form

Fees and charges are reviewed annually.

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