A Tax loan is a specialized, low-interest personal instalment loan offered during a specific period to help individuals manage their tax obligations while also providing an attractive financing option for other uses.
For details of DBS Tax Season Loan, please refer to DBS Tax Season Loan.
If your main requirement is to pay taxes, Tax Loan is generally more advantageous because it offers different promotions during tax season. If you need funds for diverse purposes and desire a longer repayment period, or are applying outside the tax season, Personal Instalment Loan offers greater flexibility. Compare the latest offers and interest rates for both types of loans to make the best decision.
| Tax Loan | Personal Instalment Loan | |
|---|---|---|
| Main purpose | Mainly for tax payments, but can be for other general needs | General-purpose (e.g., renovation, wedding, further education) |
| Promotion period | Seasonal (typically October to March) | All year round |
| Interest rates | Offers preferential Tax Season interest rates | Offers preferential interest rates based on customer's credit standing |
| Repayment period | Shorter (typically 6-24 months) | Longer (typically 6-60 months) |
| Loan amount | Can be high (typically up to HK$2M-4M), often tied to salary or tax payable | Can be high (e.g., up to HK$2M or 20x monthly salary) |