Investec Reviews | 2.8 TrustIndex | Hellopeter

Investec Reviews | 2.8 TrustIndex | Hellopeter

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1.3|58 Reviews

Jul '25 - Jun '26

Frequently Asked Questions About Investec

What do customers say about Investec?

Based on recent customer reviews, Investec is facing significant client dissatisfaction, particularly around Customer Service & Communication (1.2) and Staff & Branch Experience (1.4). Long-standing clients describe a sharp deterioration from premium standards, with unresponsive private bankers, ignored escalations, and unresolved fraud cases. A small number of positive experiences reference structured trading platforms and tailored credit guidance, but the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly negative.

What are the most common complaints about Investec?

The most common complaint about Investec, based on Hellopeter's AI analysis of recent customer reviews, is Customer Service & Communication. Clients consistently report unanswered emails, ignored callbacks, and escalations stuck in limbo. Private bankers are described as elusive or unreachable, with complaints handled via generic responses. Onboarding enquiries from prospective clients also go unanswered for weeks, undermining the bank's premium service positioning.

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1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020

21 May 2026, 13:21

Bad bank

A not so good bank to bank with, Benefits are minimal vs the traditional big four but charges are quiet high.

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1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020

21 May 2026, 13:21

Bad bank

A not so good bank to bank with, Benefits are minimal vs the traditional big four but charges are quiet high.

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1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020

19 May 2026, 06:42

Great service

Glad I made the switch to Investec. The service from the team has been great.

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1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020

19 May 2026, 06:42

Great service

Glad I made the switch to Investec. The service from the team has been great.

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1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020

18 May 2026, 08:32

Not Want my Business Investec?

How long does it take if you fill out the "How may we assist you?" to open an account with Investec for them to get back to you? Seems you dont want my busniess

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1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020

18 May 2026, 08:32

Not Want my Business Investec?

How long does it take if you fill out the "How may we assist you?" to open an account with Investec for them to get back to you? Seems you dont want my busniess

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1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020

12 May 2026, 14:43

Very bad service

The communication is really bad. Calls are not returned. E-mails not responded to. The service I am getting has reach a very poor standard.

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1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020

12 May 2026, 14:43

Very bad service

The communication is really bad. Calls are not returned. E-mails not responded to. The service I am getting has reach a very poor standard.

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1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020

5 May 2026, 09:35

INVESTEC TURN AROUND TIMES & CUSTOMER SERVICE

1. I recently opened a Tax-Free Savings Account and a Retirement Annuity with the bank. What should have been a simple and straightforward process turned into a frustrating experience due to a lack of communication, delays in actioning requests, and an overall poor level of service. 2. I escalated the matter at the time because the experience was unpleasant, unprofessional, and unacceptable. However, the responses I received from management felt generic and rehe****d, without addressing the root of the issues or providing meaningful resolution. 3. I am now in the process of obtaining pre-approval for financing, and I find myself once again in a position where I am driving all communication, with little to no response from Investec on how to proceed. 4. There has been a noticeable decline in customer care and overall client experience. I have been with the bank for some time and have previously financed both a property and a vehicle through Investec, and I do not recall the service being this poor. 5. At this point, I am even reluctant to escalate further, as it feels as though management is more focused on providing standard responses than genuinely assisting clients or addressing ongoing service concerns. This ongoing experience makes it difficult to have confidence in the level of service being provided.

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1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020

5 May 2026, 09:35

INVESTEC TURN AROUND TIMES & CUSTOMER SERVICE

1. I recently opened a Tax-Free Savings Account and a Retirement Annuity with the bank. What should have been a simple and straightforward process turned into a frustrating experience due to a lack of communication, delays in actioning requests, and an overall poor level of service. 2. I escalated the matter at the time because the experience was unpleasant, unprofessional, and unacceptable. However, the responses I received from management felt generic and rehe****d, without addressing the root of the issues or providing meaningful resolution. 3. I am now in the process of obtaining pre-approval for financing, and I find myself once again in a position where I am driving all communication, with little to no response from Investec on how to proceed. 4. There has been a noticeable decline in customer care and overall client experience. I have been with the bank for some time and have previously financed both a property and a vehicle through Investec, and I do not recall the service being this poor. 5. At this point, I am even reluctant to escalate further, as it feels as though management is more focused on providing standard responses than genuinely assisting clients or addressing ongoing service concerns. This ongoing experience makes it difficult to have confidence in the level of service being provided.

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1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020

4 May 2026, 14:33

No service

I’m honestly very disappointed with my experience with Investec Bank so far and this is before even becoming a client. I submitted an application and heard absolutely nothing for over a week. No updates, no communication, nothing. I then had to follow up myself, only to be told that someone would get back to me which, again, never happened. For a bank that positions itself as premium and client-focused, this level of service is frankly unacceptable. If this is the experience before onboarding, it raises serious concerns about what the service would be like as a client. A very disappointing first impression. I expected professionalism and efficiency not silence and poor follow-through.

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1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020

4 May 2026, 14:33

No service

I’m honestly very disappointed with my experience with Investec Bank so far and this is before even becoming a client. I submitted an application and heard absolutely nothing for over a week. No updates, no communication, nothing. I then had to follow up myself, only to be told that someone would get back to me which, again, never happened. For a bank that positions itself as premium and client-focused, this level of service is frankly unacceptable. If this is the experience before onboarding, it raises serious concerns about what the service would be like as a client. A very disappointing first impression. I expected professionalism and efficiency not silence and poor follow-through.

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1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020

30 Apr 2026, 12:59

I deposited the same amount twice into a recipient's Investec Bank account and Investec is withholding the second payment and saying it was not deposited even after PoP was sent for both

I deposited the same amount twice into a recipient's Investec Bank account and Investec is withholding the second payment and saying it was not deposited even after PoP was sent for both

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1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020

30 Apr 2026, 12:59

I deposited the same amount twice into a recipient's Investec Bank account and Investec is withholding the second payment and saying it was not deposited even after PoP was sent for both

I deposited the same amount twice into a recipient's Investec Bank account and Investec is withholding the second payment and saying it was not deposited even after PoP was sent for both

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1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020

10 Apr 2026, 12:26

Poor one Investec

I called into Investec Customer Service , wanting to bank with them. I was asked for name, contact number and ID number....why my ID number I do know.... no one has called... sad ... thought ur service was amazing

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1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020

10 Apr 2026, 12:26

Poor one Investec

I called into Investec Customer Service , wanting to bank with them. I was asked for name, contact number and ID number....why my ID number I do know.... no one has called... sad ... thought ur service was amazing

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