Bank of Queensland savings and bank accounts

Bank of Queensland (BOQ) is a QLD-based bank with several high interest savings account options for customers.

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Bank of Queensland savings accounts, bank accounts and term deposits

Name Maximum Variable Rate p.a. Base interest rate Intro/Ongoing Government Guarantee Monthly Max Rate Conditions
Bank of Queensland Simple Saver Account
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Maximum Variable Rate p.a.
4.85%
Standard Variable Rate p.a.
4.85%
Intro/Ongoing
Ongoing
Government Guarantee
Monthly Max Rate Conditions
  • Balances up to $5,000,000
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Bank of Queensland Future Saver Account - 14 to 35 years
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Maximum Variable Rate p.a.
5.50%
Standard Variable Rate p.a.
0.05%
Intro/Ongoing
Ongoing
Government Guarantee
Monthly Max Rate Conditions
  • Deposit $1,000
  • 5 eligible transactions
  • Balances up to $50,000
Bank of Queensland Smart Saver Account - 36+ years
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Maximum Variable Rate p.a.
5.15%
Standard Variable Rate p.a.
0.05%
Intro/Ongoing
Ongoing
Government Guarantee
Monthly Max Rate Conditions
  • Deposit $1,000
  • 5 eligible purchases
  • Balances up to $250,000
Bank of Queensland Kids Savings Account
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Maximum Variable Rate p.a.
2.75%
Standard Variable Rate p.a.
0.05%
Intro/Ongoing
Ongoing
Government Guarantee
Monthly Max Rate Conditions
  • No more than 1 withdrawal
Bank of Queensland Superannuation Savings Account
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Maximum Variable Rate p.a.
3.50%
Standard Variable Rate p.a.
1.60%
Intro/Ongoing
4 months
Government Guarantee
Monthly Max Rate Conditions
  • N/A
Bank of Queensland Farm Management Deposit Account - At Call
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Maximum Variable Rate p.a.
1.00%
Standard Variable Rate p.a.
1.00%
Intro/Ongoing
Ongoing
Government Guarantee
Monthly Max Rate Conditions
  • N/A
Bank of Queensland Business WebSavings Account
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Maximum Variable Rate p.a.
4.25%
Standard Variable Rate p.a.
1.50%
Intro/Ongoing
4 months
Government Guarantee
Monthly Max Rate Conditions
  • N/A
Bank of Queensland Business Performance Saver Account
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Maximum Variable Rate p.a.
1.85%
Standard Variable Rate p.a.
0.10%
Intro/Ongoing
Ongoing
Government Guarantee
Monthly Max Rate Conditions
  • Deposit $5,000
  • 5 eligible transactions
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Name Monthly fee Govt. Guarantee Own network ATM fee Card type
Bank of Queensland Mortgage Offset Account
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Apple Pay Google Pay Samsung Pay
Monthly fee
$0
Government Guarantee
Own network ATM fee
$0
Card type
Visa
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Bank of Queensland Everyday Account
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Apple Pay Google Pay Samsung Pay
Monthly fee
$0
Government Guarantee
Own network ATM fee
$0
Card type
Visa
More Info
Bank of Queensland Everyday Business Account
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Apple Pay Google Pay Samsung Pay
Monthly fee
$10
Government Guarantee
Own network ATM fee
$0
Card type
Visa
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Name 3 Mths p.a. 4 Mths p.a. 5 Mths p.a. 6 Mths p.a. 7 Mths p.a. 11 Mths p.a. 12 Mths p.a. 24 Mths p.a.
Bank of Queensland Term Deposit
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$5,000 min. deposit$249,999 max. deposit
3 Mths p.a.
2.25%
4 Mths p.a.
4.60%
5 Mths p.a.
1.25%
6 Mths p.a.
4.85%
7 Mths p.a.
1.50%
11 Mths p.a.
1.75%
12 Mths p.a.
4.60%
24 Mths p.a.
3.30%
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Bank of Queensland Premier Investment Account
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$5,000 min. deposit
3 Mths p.a.
2.25%
4 Mths p.a.
4.60%
5 Mths p.a.
1.25%
6 Mths p.a.
4.85%
7 Mths p.a.
1.50%
11 Mths p.a.
1.75%
12 Mths p.a.
4.60%
24 Mths p.a.
3.30%
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Bank of Queensland Farm Management Term Deposit 
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$1,000 min. deposit
3 Mths p.a.
2.25%
4 Mths p.a.
4.60%
5 Mths p.a.
1.25%
6 Mths p.a.
4.85%
7 Mths p.a.
1.50%
11 Mths p.a.
1.75%
12 Mths p.a.
4.60%
24 Mths p.a.
3.30%
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Quick facts about Bank of Queensland

  • Bank of Queensland (BOQ) is based in Brisbane and open to customers all over Australia
  • BOQ was originally a member-owned building society, and has been a retail bank since 1942
  • BOQ owns Virgin Money and ME Bank, which both also offer a range of different savings and bank accounts

What do Australians think of Bank of Queensland (BOQ) bank account?

  • 4.14/5 overall for Customer Satisfaction — higher than the average of 4.11
  • 4.56/5 for Trust — higher than the average of 4.43
  • 4.19/5 for Customer Service — higher than the average of 4.07

Based on Bank of Queensland (BOQ) bank account scores in Finder's 2024 Customer Satisfaction Awards.

Different ways to bank with BOQ

BOQ offers many different ways to do your banking.

BOQ bank branches

BOQ has more than 250 bank branches spread across Australia (although the majority of these are in QLD).

BOQ ATM network

BOQ's ATM network includes around 3,000 ATMs in Australia. This includes the rediATM network which BOQ is part of. BOQ customers can also use their Australian debit cards to withdraw cash for free at CommBank, NAB, Westpac and ANZ ATMs throughout Australia.

BOQ Internet and mobile banking

Customers can access the BOQ Internet banking portal 24/7 to review transactions and balances, see more detailed transaction data, pay bills, transfer money between accounts and make BPAY payments. You can also view and download your statements and open new BOQ bank accounts.

The BOQ app is free to download, and has a 1.2 star rating in the App Store and a 2.4 star rating in the Google Play store. You can do your day-to-day digital banking using the app 24/7.

BOQ contactless payment options

BOQ offers Apple Pay, Google Pay and Samsung Pay to customers with a BOQ debit or credit card.

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"Bank of Queensland has a fantastic savings interest rate that I've been taking advantage of for years. The small criteria of a deposit and 5 everyday transactions is very easy to meet. At the end of the day, I feel with this account I don't need to jump through hoops to get the best rate."

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Pros and cons of banking with BOQ

Pros

  • Range of accounts. BOQ offers several different savings and bank accounts to choose between, while many other banks only offer one option.
  • Bonus interest. You can earn bonus interest on your savings every month by meeting the account conditions.
  • No account keeping fees. BOQ's everyday bank account has no account keeping fees to pay.
  • Branches and ATMs. BOQ still has hundreds of branches and more than 3000 ATMs.

Cons

  • Mobile app. The BOQ mobile app has poor star ratings from users.

How to apply for a BOQ account online

You can apply for a new BOQ account online in less than 10 minutes. Just make sure you meet the eligibility criteria and have the necessary documents handy before you start your application.

Eligibility

  • You're an Australian resident for tax purposes
  • You have an Australian phone number and residential address

Documentation

  • Personal details like your name, date of birth, residential address, phone number and email address
  • ID documents such as your driver's licence, Medicare card, passport or proof-of-age card

If you haven't found what you're looking for yet, you can compare a wide range of additional savings accounts and bank accounts from other providers with Finder.

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    peterNovember 24, 2024

    does Bank of Queensland use OSKO or PayID

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      SarahNovember 25, 2024Finder

      Hi Peter,

      BOQ offers account-to-account transfers (Pay Anyone) to a PayID, and other one-off or scheduled payments (for example, direct debits and payroll payments by businesses) made through NPP/Osko.

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    NICKOctober 23, 2024

    WHAT IS THE INTEREST RATE FOR $250.000….

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      AngusOctober 24, 2024Finder

      Hi Nick, That rate would vary depending on which of these accounts you picked, and if you met the eligibility and terms – but across the main BOQ accounts, it varies between 4.85% and 5.5% right now. You might find it useful to compare high-interest savings accounts more broadly with our main guide. Hope this helps.

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    HelenJune 5, 2024

    Do you issue cheque books with any of your accounts?

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      SarahJune 11, 2024Finder

      Hi Helen,

      We’re a review and comparison site, we’re not directly affiliated with BOQ so we can’t offer customer service. Your best bet is to contact them directly with this enquiry: 1300 557 272.

      Best of luck!

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    TonyNovember 13, 2023

    has BOQ term deposit interest changed since new interest rate .
    i am looking 2.000.00 deposit, thank you Tony

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      SarahDecember 14, 2023Finder

      Hi Tony,

      When the rate decision was announced, BOQ released a statement confirming home loans would increase by 0.25%.

      On savings accounts, they stated: BOQ understands the ongoing challenges this environment has presented to household budgets. To help customers build up their savings, we have continued to reward them with competitive rates.

      This indicates they did not increase interest rates on savings accounts in November.

      You can read the full statement here: https://www.boq.com.au/About-us/media-centre/media-releases/2023/november-rba-decision

      Hope this helps!

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    ChrisAugust 29, 2023

    Does boq do cardless cash please

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      RajAugust 30, 2023Finder

      Hi Chris,
      Bank of Queensland does not offer cardless cash. If you would like to find a bank that does offer cardless cash, then have a look at this page.

      Thanks
      Raj

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