Fund Your Future with Confidence
If you’re studying at Portobello Institute, you can become a member of Heritage Credit Union and apply for a loan to cover your college fees - quickly, simply, and at fair rates.
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Become a Member
Apply for a Loan
Apply for a Loan
Heritage Credit Union Portobello Student Loan
Paying for college can be challenging but here at Heritage Credit Union, we can help. We offer affordable, flexible student loans in Dublin to help you cover your college fees, accommodation and other college expenses. With fair rates, straightforward application - straight from your phone or in a branch, you can focus on your studies while we help you stay in control of your finances.
Why Join Heritage Credit Union?
✔️ Membership available just by being a Portobello Institute student
✔️ Ethical, not-for-profit lending
✔️ Competitive loan rates
✔️ Local support you can trust
✔️ Easy online application
✔️ Real people to talk to if you need us
Become a Member
As a student of Portobello Institute, you’re eligible to join Heritage Credit Union.
What you’ll need:
- Proof of enrolment at Portobello Institute
- Photo ID
- Proof of address
- Proof of PPSN
- Minimum lodgement of €10
Current Account
Open a Heritage Credit Union Current Account and get free banking while you are a student!
Current AccountScholarship Awards Programme
For many years, Heritage Credit Union has awarded scholarships of €1,500, per year for up to four years, to members completing a third-level education course, diploma, degree, master's or PhD.
To find out more about our Scholarship Awards Programme click the button below.
Scholarship InfoApply for your Loan
Once your membership has been approved, you'll be able to apply for your loan. You will probably be eligible for our new Start Back Loan at 6.7% (6.91% APR).
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In order to start your Online Membership journey, you will need to download our Mobile App. Download today and reap the benefits of becoming a member.
How to get started
Download Our Mobile App
Make sure you have valid ID ready
Complete the form
Verify your Identity
Upload required documentation
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