Absa Banking

Absa Banking

by Absa Bank Limited

5.3K ratings
231 reviews
Free

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Released
March 9, 2016
Updated
October 22, 2026

Features

Background Location Access

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Manage your bank accounts, approve transactions, and enhance security with advanced biometrics. Simplify payments, get instant statements, and withdraw cash without a card. Enjoy convenient banking features like a virtual assistant and prepaid purchases.

✓Approve/reject transactions
✓Facial biometrics security
✓Virtual assistant (Abby)
✓Instant payments (PayShap)
✓Card management (lock/replace)
✓Cardless ATM withdrawals
✓Prepaid airtime/data/electricity
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What's New in Absa Banking

26.9.3

October 22, 2026

More value on your next stay Enjoy exclusive accommodation rates when you book through Absa Rewards Travel. Extra control over your accounts Hide selected accounts for an added layer of security. International payments without the wait Send money to Western Union beneficiaries instantly, with no one-hour hold.

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User reviews

Personal security request

I am concerned about the personal security involved when having full control of my life savings on an app which I am forced to use because ABSA says so. The criminal trend nowadays is for them to force a person to open the app and transfer life long savings to them. The app covers ABSA because the transfer would have been authorized on my app with log in by me.
I would like ABSA to update the app, where I can have a second password that when I log with this one it shows a small (configurable) value in an account that does not exist and will work like it is really transferring from this app and then shut down with a notification “insufficient funds”. Then it must disable the app saying there is a technical issue.
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Verification failure

The Absa Banking App has become extremely frustrating to use. Every time I try to pay someone, it asks me to approve a verification request on my primary device—the same phone I am already using. The notification arrives, but tapping it does not allow me to approve the payment. Instead, the app automatically logs me out.

I have already followed the recommended troubleshooting steps, but the problem persists. It started before the latest update and has continued afterwards. Payments previously worked without any issues, but I am now unable to pay people. Please resolve this urgently, as it is preventing me from accessing an essential banking service.
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Consultant Natasha Fredericks

Our server was fantastic

Very user friendly

This app compares to world standards in banking!

Very limited banking functions

Your AI agent is never able to assist with any of my queries. Always responds with irrelevant information to my questions or does not understand what I am looking for, does not know where to take me when I’m looking to perform certain functions on the app. Then when I ask to speak to human agent on the app that function is not available. App is too basic. It feels like I’m using a banking app created decades ago. Little innovation in the app. Why can’t I see list of upcoming debit orders and fixed expenses in my account and what my estimated balance would be after those payments are made? I can’t deposit into one of my Deposit savings accounts on the app? Why? No additional added services linked to my vehicle and property that are financed by ABSA, eg value of the car or house, view documents linked to my assets, the list goes on….

There’s so much additional services other banks offer on their apps that are not available on ABSA. We need to move with the times.
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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Login issues after device migration

Bug

Incorrect payment references and confirmations

Bug

Inability to access certain account types

Bug

Timezone-related date/time issues

Bug
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Requested Features

4 requests

Ability to edit recurring payments

Feature

Option to view credit card balance

Feature

Improved transaction history and reporting

Feature

Geo-payment feature like other banks

Feature

FAQ

What can I do with the Absa Banking App?

The app allows you to manage your bank accounts, approve or reject transactions, and enhance security with facial biometrics. You can also make instant payments, reverse unauthorized debit orders, and manage your banking limits.

How does the app help with banking security?

It offers advanced facial biometrics for secure access and transaction approvals. Additionally, you receive a free Digital Fraud Warranty for all digital transactions and can temporarily lock or replace your card if lost.

What are the simplified banking features?

You can use the virtual assistant, Abby, to navigate the app. Payments can be made instantly with PayShap, and you can reverse unauthorized debit orders. Increasing or decreasing banking limits is also made easy.

Can I manage my money on the go without my card?

Yes, you can scan to pay using your phone if you forget your card. You can also withdraw money from any Absa ATM without a card using CashSend.

Is the Absa Banking App free to download and use?

The provided description indicates the app is free to download and use, with no mention of subscription fees or in-app purchases for core banking functionalities. It is a free service offered by the bank.