A Westpac Online Investment Loan is a margin loan which allows you to borrow money to invest in shares and managed funds, using your own money or existing portfolio as security.
Category: Margin Loans Last UpdatedNovember 5, 2025EffectiveDecember 22, 2025
General Lending Rates
Rates listed below are for a VARIABLE INVESTMENT product. Additional Information Variable Interest rate
Interest Rate 7.60% PA
Comparison Rate 0.00%PA*
Product rates will vary depending upon your financial position< LVR, and other criteria. The product may also vary depending upon the rate type, repayment type, or loan purpose. We encourage you to contact us for a full understanding of the product and terms.
Product Variations
Product rates and conditions will vary based on the LVR and other conditions..
Product Features
OtherAdditional Information:Available for individuals and joint borrowers.
OtherAdditional Information:Investment options: Borrow against a wide range of acceptable listed securities
OtherAdditional Information:Online access: View and manage your account via the Westpac Margin Lending portal and Westpac Share Trading app
OtherAdditional Information:Low brokerage fees: Starting from $4.95
OtherAdditional Information:Repayments and fees: Flexible repayments with no set principal repayment schedule, or margin loan fees
OtherAdditional Information:No application, establishment or transaction fees.
OtherAdditional Information:Linked Westpac Share Trading account: You have the choice to link an existing or establish a new Westpac Share Trading account in the same name to your loan
OtherAdditional Information:Potential risks: All investments are subject to risk. Some of the main risks associated with taking out a margin loan include: Borrowing to invest can increase your potential returns, however it can also increase potential losses. The value of securities may not go up, or if they do, the increase in value may not be sufficient to cover the costs of the investment. You need to ensure that you can fund your obligations under your loan, including any interest, fees, and charges. If you can?t, the securities will be sold to satisfy these obligations. You should also consider the taxation consequences and seek independent professional tax advice.
OtherAdditional Information:Tools to manage your loan: 24/7 online access to both the Westpac Margin Lending portal and Westpac Share Trading app/website to view and manage your Loan. Trade on the go through the Westpac Share Trading app. Electronic buffer and margin call alerts
OtherAdditional Information:Choice of acceptable securities: Choose from more than 500 listed securities with loan-to-value ratios (LVRs) between 35% to 75%. More information can be found on the Acceptable Securities page.
OtherAdditional Information:Westpac Margin Lending offers variable and fixed interest rates on both the Westpac Margin Loan and Westpac Online Investment Loan.
OtherAdditional Information:No regular repayments are required provided your outstanding loan balance remains at or below your Borrowing Limit and Credit Limit.
OtherAdditional Information:Fixed interest rates are available for terms ranging from 3 months to 5 years
Extra RepaymentsAdditional Information:Indicates that the product has the option to accept extra repayments without incurring additional charges (for example Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) or line of credit products may offer the facility to repay instalments on an adhoc basis).
Relationship ManagementAdditional Information:Relationship management is available for eligible customers.
Notifications
Product Eligibility
Min Age - 18. Additional Information: Applicant should be 18 years or over
Residency Status - Should Be An Australian Resident.
OtherAdditional Information: Investors who are Individual or joint borrowers
OtherAdditional Information: Investors who are not holders of a Significant Investor Visa (188C)
Bank Fees and Charges
Establishment Fee (Upfront), Amount: 0.00.
Transaction Fee (Upfront), Amount: 0.00.
Application Fee (Upfront), Amount: 0.00.
Limitations & Restrictions (Constraints)
Min Limit of 20000.00 Additional Information: Minimum credit limit of $20,000, no minimum loan amount.