If you’re new to Bankwest, we'll need to confirm who you are (it’s a security thing).
Applying at a branch
Pop down to your local Bankwest branch with an original or certified copy of one of the following:
For more detailed information, see a handy list of ID we'll accept.
If you’re not near a Bankwest branch, just print our Credit Card Identity Verification Form (PDF) and take it down to a participating Australia Post outlet with your ID.
Applying online
You can skip a trip to a branch with our electronic ID check.
If you’re applying for a Bankwest Qantas Mastercard®, we’ll also need your Qantas Frequent Flyer membership number if you have one (if not, we can let you know how complimentary membership is made available).
Do you work for an employer? (PAYG)
If you earn PAYG income not paid into a Bankwest account you’ll need to provide two of your most recent consecutive payslips.
Do you own your own business or subcontract? (Self-employed)
We’ll need to see two of your most recent Notices of Assessment from the Australian Taxation Office showing your earnings for these financial years. We may also need copies of your taxation and financial reports from your accountant. These must be from within 18 months of the application submission date.
Do you receive income from a…
Self Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF)?
You’ll need to supply the most recent SMSF member benefit statement and a letter from your financial planner or accountant. The letter needs to confirm you’re receiving payments from the fund and show your balance, minimum payment amount, tax and tax free components, and ‘pension’ status.
retail or industry superannuation fund?
You’ll need the most recent statement of your super balance, including evidence of regular and ongoing payments. Where the payment amounts are not shown, we’ll also need three months’ statements showing the credits to your bank account.
pension?
You’ll need your most recent pension statement showing current payments.
rental property?
You’ll need a current, signed rental tenancy agreement or three months of rental income credits to your bank account. You can also bring a rental statement from your managing agent from the past two months, or your two most recent tax returns where the property is already held.
If you’re applying for a balance transfer, make sure to let us know the card number and biller ID for any cards you want to transfer.
Once you’ve chosen the credit card you’d like, there’s a few ways to get started: