- Features and benefits
- How to apply
What you get
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3 Free cash withdrawals every month when using a Nedbank ATM
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Free cellphone, app and online banking subscription
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Free electronic payments to a Nedbank account
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Optional funeral and insurance cover at affordable rates
Enjoy simpler, smarter budget-friendly banking
Round-the-clock access
- Make beneficiary payments
- Transfer between accounts
- Buy prepaid airtime and electricity
- Freeze or unfreeze your cards
Convenience and control
- Swipe and dip transactions at till stores
- Withdraw cash at ATMs (Nedbank or other banks)
- Enjoy safe and secure card swipes and online purchases
- Withdraw cash at your nearest branch or at selected stores
Mobile payments
- Send money to contacts on your phone
- Pay businesses from your mobile phone
Affordable and convenient
Enjoy simple, secure and budget-free ways to manage your money, from 24/7 digital banking, to our special CashOut service that lets you draw cash from the till at participating supermarket and chain stores.
You can also add funeral cover to your account at an affordable rate.
Insurance for every need
For practical and affordable ways to protect your loved ones and valuables, we recommend you take a look at our funeral and short-term insurance solutions. Beyond banking, make Nedbank your financial partner in all things that matter.
Ready to open your account?
Get in touchSee our banking fees.
To apply for a Basic Banking account
You must be a Namibian resident
You must be 18 years or older
Your net monthly income must be N$2,999 or less
Documents you'll need
Ways to open your account
Apply now
Simply leave us a message and we'll get in touch to complete your application.
Apply on Facebook
You can open your account with a selfie on the IdentityToday platform. Visit our Facebook page and click on Sign up to get started.
Visit a branch
For in-person assistance, visit your nearest Nedbank branch and our friendly staff will help you open your account easily.
Give us a call
If you prefer to speak to us over the phone, contact our call centre and we'll help you open your Basic Banking account.
See our banking fees.




