Same-Day Car Loan Pre-Approval

Know your budget and shop around for the right car with same-day car loan pre-approval2 from Jacaranda Finance.

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Loan terms from 25 months - 48 months
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Fixed interest rates; flexible repayments
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Loans from $10,000 - $25,000

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With no impact on your credit score!

Check If You Qualify with no impact on your credit score!

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Know your budget and shop around for the right car with same-day car loan pre-approval2 from Jacaranda Finance.

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Loan terms from 25 months - 48 months
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Fixed interest rates; flexible repayments
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Loans from $10,000 - $25,000

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What is car loan pre-approval?

Car loan pre-approval is when you apply for a car loan before buying a car. The lender will look at your application and conditionally approve you for a loan up to a certain amount.

Since buying a car can involve quite a lot of time and money, you don’t always know exactly what car you’re going to buy and what you can afford. Pre-approval means you can see the amount you’re eligible to borrow and the repayments you can expect if you buy a car.

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Why get car loan pre-approval with Jacaranda Finance?

At Jacaranda, we understand how important it is to receive your funds in a timely manner. As a hard-working Australian, you don’t have time to waste on needless paperwork. This is especially true if you need a car quickly.

That’s why we make it possible to receive pre-approval on the same day you apply for your car loan2. Applying takes just a few minutes1, and once assessed, we could conditionally approve you for a certain amount, giving you the confidence to go out and buy the right car for you without wasting time.

You can even check if you qualify for a loan beforehand without impacting your credit score at all!

Buy your next car on your own terms with a fast, flexible and secure Jacaranda Car Loan.

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Car Loan Rates & Fees

Jacaranda’s Car Loan is designed to be fast, fair, and, above all, affordable, with no hidden fees. See the table below for a quick guide to our fees and charges, or visit our fees page for more information.

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  • Car Loan
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Interest Rate
    16.95% to 29.95%
    Comparison Rate
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    32.99% to 45.50%
    Loan Term
    25 - 48 months
    Repayment Cycle
    Weekly, fortnightly or monthly
    Secured or
    Unsecured
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    Secured
    Establishment Fees
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    $950 to $1,190
    Monthly Fees
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    $26 p/month
    Risk Fee
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    $585 to $995
    Comparison Rate Warning*
    Comparison Rate Warning: the comparison rate is based on $10,000 over 36 months. WARNING: This comparison rate is true only for the examples given and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or other loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate.
This is not an offer for credit. The amount you can borrow as well as the offer you receive may vary once you complete an application and all relevant details are captured and verified. Fees, credit criteria and terms and conditions apply. Example tables and calculators are illustrative only and are not intended to be your sole source of information when making a financial decision. Consider whether to get advice from a licensed financial adviser.
  • Car Loan
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Interest Rate
    16.95% to 29.95%
    16.95% to 29.95%
    Comparison Rate
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    32.99% to 45.50%
    32.99% to 45.50%
    Loan Term
    25 - 48 months
    25 - 48 months
    Secured or
    Unsecured
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    Secured
    Secured
    Monthly Fees
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    $26 p/month
    $26 p/month
    Repayment Cycle
    Weekly, fortnightly or monthly
    Weekly, fortnightly or monthly
    Establishment Fees
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    $950 to $1,190
    $950 to $1,190
    Risk Fee
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    $585 to $995
    $585 to $995
    Comparison Rate Warning*
    (Car Loan)
    Comparison Rate Warning: the comparison rate is based on $10,000 over 36 months. WARNING: This comparison rate is true only for the examples given and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or other loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate.
    Comparison Rate Warning* Comparison Rate Warning: the comparison rate is based on $10,000 over 36 months. WARNING: This comparison rate is true only for the examples given and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or other loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate.

Step-by-step guide to pre-approval with Jacaranda

The way our pre-approval works is pretty straightforward (at least it is from your end!). Here’s a quick guide to getting your same-day car loan pre-approval2:

  • 1. Get your info in order

    Before you apply, get your initial documents and required personal information ready, as this helps speed up the process. We generally require:

    • Some basic personal details (name, age, address etc.)
    • ID documents (e.g. driver’s license)
    • Payslips and other loan statements
    • Your internet banking details

    You should also consider what car you’d like to buy at this point if you haven’t already.

  • 2. Estimate your potential repayments.

    Car loans are a big commitment. As our Loans are secured, failure to repay your loan could result in the loss of the car.

    That's why you must review your budget and be sure that you can comfortably repay a loan. Once you know what you can afford in your budget, use our four-step loan repayment calculator to estimate your repayments before you apply.

  • 3. Check if you qualify for a loan.

    You can get started on an application now! Applying with Jacaranda only takes around 5-12 minutes1 to get started. You can also check if you meet our eligibility requirements in a way that does not impact your credit score at all!

    We do this by performing a 'soft' credit check that is only visible to you. If you don’t meet our initial criteria, your credit score won’t be affected.

  • 4. Sit tight while we assess your application.

    We will then assess your application to ensure you can service the loan with the calculated repayments. If you’re successful, we could come back to you with pre-approval on the same day2, depending on when you applied.

    Your conditional approval will include the maximum loan amount you’re eligible for and the repayment amount you’ll owe.

  • 5. Go and find your car!

    It's up to you to then find your car and send us the details, including:

    • The make and model
    • The registration number
    • The agreed purchase price
    • And other documents, as requested

    You can send this to us via text, email, or the application portal. We will also request different documentation depending on whether you choose to buy your car through a licensed car dealership or a private seller. 

    See our page on Car Loans for private sales and dealerships for more information on the differences between the two.

    Read More: Car Loans vs Dealer Finance.
  • 6. Success!

    And that's it! If everything checks out, we'll then approve your loan and send the money directly to the seller in as little as 60 seconds3.

    Enjoy your new car!

  • 1. Get your info in order

    Before you apply, get your initial documents and required personal information ready, as this helps speed up the process. We generally require:

    • Some basic personal details (name, age, address etc.)
    • ID documents (e.g. driver’s license)
    • Payslips and other loan statements
    • Your internet banking details

    You should also consider what car you’d like to buy at this point if you haven’t already.

  • 2. Estimate your potential repayments.

    Car loans are a big commitment. As our Loans are secured, failure to repay your loan could result in the loss of the car.

    That's why you must review your budget and be sure that you can comfortably repay a loan. Once you know what you can afford in your budget, use our four-step loan repayment calculator to estimate your repayments before you apply.

  • 3. Check if you qualify for a loan.

    You can get started on an application now! Applying with Jacaranda only takes around 5-12 minutes1 to get started. You can also check if you meet our eligibility requirements in a way that does not impact your credit score at all!

    We do this by performing a 'soft' credit check that is only visible to you. If you don’t meet our initial criteria, your credit score won’t be affected.

  • 4. Sit tight while we assess your application.

    We will then assess your application to ensure you can service the loan with the calculated repayments. If you’re successful, we could come back to you with pre-approval on the same day2, depending on when you applied.

    Your conditional approval will include the maximum loan amount you’re eligible for and the repayment amount you’ll owe.

  • 5. Go and find your car!

    It's up to you to then find your car and send us the details, including:

    • The make and model
    • The registration number
    • The agreed purchase price
    • And other documents, as requested

    You can send this to us via text, email, or the application portal. We will also request different documentation depending on whether you choose to buy your car through a licensed car dealership or a private seller. 

    See our page on Car Loans for private sales and dealerships for more information on the differences between the two.

    Read More: Car Loans vs Dealer Finance.
  • 6. Success!

    And that's it! If everything checks out, we'll then approve your loan and send the money directly to the seller in as little as 60 seconds3.

    Enjoy your new car!

Are you eligible for a Jacaranda Car Loan?

  • Be at least 19 years of age
  • Be employed on a permanent or casual basis, with consistent income for 90 days
  • Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident with a fixed address.
  • Have an active email address, phone number, & online banking details in your name.
  • Be in control of your current finances and handling existing financial commitments comfortably.

You can check if you qualify initially if you aren’t sure whether you're eligible. This won’t impact your credit score.

Information you will need to provide:

  • Basic personal information (i.e. full name, address, D.O.B, number of dependants etc.)
  • Employment status & details
  • Your bank statements*: we will assess the last 12 months of your bank statements to help determine if you can afford to repay your loan.

*This is standard procedure for loan applications across the industry. Data is safely secured with 256-bit SSL encryption. We utilise safe and secure third-party Open Banking service providers to make this quick and easy for you.

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Applying is Easy

We know how important it is to receive your funds in a timely manner. As a hard-working Australian, you don’t have time to waste on needless paperwork.

That’s why our loan application process has been perfected over time to be as simple and quick as possible. With Jacaranda, you can get conditional approval in minutes, not days.

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Other Benefits of a Jacaranda Car Loan

In addition to our rapid applications1 and fast pre-approval outcomes2, a Car Loan from Jacaranda can provide the following benefits when buying a car:

We could help improve your credit score

Jacaranda Finance is reporting data under the Comprehensive Credit Reporting (CCR) regime.

This means that your credit behaviour, such as making timely repayments and managing your loans responsibly, will be reported, potentially strengthening your credit profile.

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Car Loans FAQs

Read some of our most frequently asked questions below to learn more about Jacaranda’s Car Loans and our pre-approval process.

Jacaranda offers two loan products with varying loan amounts that you could borrow:

These two loan products also have varying loan terms:

  • Jacaranda Express Personal Loan: 25 months to 36 months
  • Jacaranda Car Loan: 25 months to 48 months

For detailed information about who our products are designed for, please review our Target Market Determinations.

In addition to qualifying, we have specific requirements for car loan applicants. Generally speaking, however, the car will be eligible as long as it's roadworthy and fits within our maximum loan amount.

There are additional documents we may require about the car, depending on whether you’re buying through a dealership or a private sale. Dealerships generally require fewer documents due to the reduced risk to both the borrower and the lender. See our page on car loans through private sales vs dealerships for more information on the documents we need.

Get in touch with us if you have any questions about whether the car you want is likely to be eligible.

No, although it can make the car-buying experience more streamlined. Pre-approval is a helpful step that allows us to gauge your reliability as a borrower while also giving you an idea of the kind of car you can comfortably afford.

Technically, our pre-approval lasts for seven days, after which you'll need to contact us to renew it.

Thanks to our fast processing times, seven days could be enough for you to finish the paperwork on your new car, but if not, don't stress! We’ll keep in contact with you during your pre-approval, and if you need extra time, we can easily extend it.

Technically yes. Pre-approval isn't a guarantee of loan approval. The approval is conditional, assuming you still meet the eligibility requirements when you come back to us.

The most likely reasons your loan could still be declined after conditional approval are:

  • The car doesn't meet our criteria: you might have still picked a car that's outside our maximum loan amount, or it might be too old.
  • Your circumstances have changed: major life events like losing a job, parts of your income, or even things like divorce or having a child can change your final loan assessment.
However, we keep in touch with you every day throughout your conditional approval, so if anything happens or you have questions, you can easily get in touch with us.
You must meet the following basic eligibility criteria before submitting an application:
  • Be at least 19 years of age.
  • Be employed on a permanent or casual basis.
  • Have a consistent income going into your own bank account for the last 90 days.
  • Be in control of your finances and be handling existing financial commitments comfortably.
  • Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident with a fixed address.
  • Have an active email address, phone number, and online banking account in your name that belongs to you.

If you are unsure whether you're eligible, you can check if you qualify initially. This will not impact your credit score.

We accept a wider range of credit history than a bank or a prime lender, but we do not recommend submitting an application if:

  • You are currently or recently bankrupt (you must be three years discharged and in control of your finances)
  • You are not comfortably repaying your existing financial obligations

Before you formally apply with Jacaranda, you can check if you qualify for a loan in a way that does not impact your credit score. We do this by performing a 'soft' credit check that is only visible to you.

If you don't meet our initial criteria, your credit score won't be affected.

Once you've checked your eligibility and we've let you know that you do qualify for a loan, you have the option to move forward with a full application.

We will perform a credit assessment during this process, which involves checking your credit report. By submitting a full application, you authorise Jacaranda Finance to obtain a copy of your full credit file, referred to as a 'hard' credit check.

Other lenders will be able to see that you applied for a loan with Jacaranda.

This might impact your credit score.

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Visit our rates and fees page to get an idea of the costs associated with our loan products.

The interest rate, fees and charges applied to your loan will depend on your individual circumstances and the information verified during the loan assessment. It will also depend on our assessment criteria, loan amount, and loan term for which you qualify.

Use our loan repayment estimate calculator to get a guide on what your repayments could be. 

Our loan application process has been designed to be as simple and quick as possible, as we know how important it is to receive your funds in a timely manner. Applying for a loan with Jacaranda Finance takes most people 5-12 minutes1; how quickly you can apply for a loan and receive your funds will depend on your situation.

We only accept loan applications online via our online application form on our website or the Better Credit app. We're 100% online, so there are no other ways to submit an application.

If you're considering applying for a loan with Jacaranda, you can first check if you qualify in a way that does not affect your credit score.