Salary Transfer Mortgage
A mortgage that requires your salary to be transferred to the lending bank, usually offering better rates in return.
What is Salary Transfer Mortgage?
A salary transfer mortgage requires you to move your monthly salary payments to the lending bank's account. In return, banks typically offer lower interest rates (0.25-0.5% reduction) because they have greater security — they can see your income directly and set up automatic deductions. Most salary transfer mortgages require a direct debit mandate for EMI payments from your salary account.
Salary Transfer Mortgage in the UAE
In the UAE, salary transfer mortgages are the most common type. Banks offer two pricing tiers: salary transfer (lower rate) and non-salary-transfer (higher rate). Non-salary-transfer options are popular with self-employed individuals, business owners, and people who receive income through multiple sources. Some employers have banking partnerships that provide additional benefits when you transfer your salary.
How much can I save with a salary transfer mortgage?
Typically 0.25-0.5% on your interest rate. On a AED 2M, 25-year mortgage, this can save AED 300-600/month or AED 90,000-180,000 over the loan term.
Can I change my salary transfer bank later?
Generally, you must maintain the salary transfer for the life of the mortgage. Stopping it may trigger a rate increase. Check your specific terms.