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Loan Products

Access affordable financing solutions tailored to your needs

Discover Loan Options

Need funds for your business, education, or emergencies? Members can access hassle-free FIC loan products tailored to your needs. Have questions?

Business Loan

Extended to FIC borrowers for business working capital or investment. Maximum 3x your total savings and share capital (minimum 1/3 in Investment Units). 24-month terms with competitive rates.

Max 24 months • 2% processing fee • Monthly/Quarterly/Bi-annual
Salary Loan

Designed for employed members to manage urgent financial requirements with ease. Quick approval process with repayment structured conveniently around your pay schedule.

For employed members • Quick approval • Flexible repayment
Housing/Home Development Loan

For home improvement, renovations, household equipment, or acquiring plots. Maximum 3x your total savings and IUS. Up to 48 months with monthly repayment.

Max 48 months • 2% processing fee • Monthly payment • 5-day grace
Asset Acquisition Loan

For acquiring land, vehicles, property, or machinery. You identify the asset, negotiate the price, deposit 25%, and FIC acquires it on your behalf. Must have stable income and good repayment history.

25% deposit required • Stable income needed • Flexible assets
Contract Financing

For members with signed contracts needing upfront financing to execute work. Maximum 70% of contract value. 12-month terms or contract period (whichever is lower).

Max 70% of contract • Up to 12 months • 2% processing fee
Trade Financing

Supports members in trade activities with working capital. Combined with Contract financing for trade and supply purposes. Flexible terms based on business cycle.

For traders • Working capital • Flexible repayment
Solar Loan

For solar power installation in homes or businesses. Must have evidence of purchase and use FIC pre-qualified suppliers. FIC pays supplier directly. Minimum 12 months membership required.

Max 12 months • 2% processing fee • Direct supplier payment • Eco-friendly
Agricultural Loan

For members engaged in active agriculture. Designed for farming investments and operations. Maximum 24 months with grace period up to 6 months. Flexible repayment frequency.

Max 24 months • Grace up to 6 months • Flexible repayment
Weekend Loan

Quick short-term loan for urgent weekend needs (travel, events, emergencies). Maximum 2-month term. Higher interest rate of 2.5% per month flat. Quick approval process.

Max 2 months • 2.5% monthly flat • Quick approval • No grace period
Emergency Loan

For members facing emergency expenses (medical costs, funeral expenses, etc.). Maximum 3-month term. Higher interest rate at double the normal loan rate. Quick processing.

Max 3 months • Double normal rate • Quick processing • Emergency only
School Fees Loan

For educational expenses (tuition, stationery, uniforms, school-related costs). Up to 12 months repayment period. Requires proof of student status. Competitive interest rates.

Max 12 months • Student proof required • Education focused
Home Finishing Loan (Yingira Nyumba yo)

For house finishing and furnishing to make your property habitable. Complete your dream home with flexible financing. Up to 48 months. Grace period up to 4 months.

Max 48 months • Grace up to 4 months • Home finishing • Interest during grace
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Common Loan Terms & Conditions

All FIC loans are structured with flexibility and member convenience in mind

Business & Housing Loans
Processing Fee:2%
Application Fee:UGX 10,000
Interest Calculation:Reducing Balance
Penalty Fees:1% monthly (30+ days in arrears)
Security:Savings/Collateral/Guarantors
Grace Period:5 working days
Contract & Trade Financing
Contract Max Loan:70% of contract value
Processing Fee:2%
Interest Rate:FIC rate + 1%
Calculation:Reducing Balance
Penalty Fees:1% monthly (30+ days in arrears)
Business Requirement:2+ years operation
General Loan Eligibility Requirements
For All Loans:
  • Be an active FIC member
  • Good character and integrity
  • Good repayment history
  • Stable source of income
Business Loans:
  • 100% owned by borrower
  • Legal operating license
  • 6+ months operation
  • Economically viable
Contract/Trade Loans:
  • Authentic signed contract
  • 2+ years business operation
  • Legal business registration
  • Company resolution