1 months
2.3% (paid Annually)
Min. €5,000
Crédit Agricole PFM Fixed-Term Deposit: Festgeld kurzfristig Review 2026
In a nutshell:
- The “Festgeld kurzfristig” is a fixed-term deposit offered by Crédit Agricole PFM.
- The return on the Crédit Agricole PFM fixed-term deposit is dependent on the duration of the deposit. The highest interest is 2.81% annually for a duration of 12 months.
- Savings are protected under the national deposit insurance scheme of France.
Find all the details and rates below in our frequently asked questions on the fixed-term deposit by Crédit Agricole PFM.
How much interest does the Crédit Agricole PFM Festgeld kurzfristig pay?
Crédit Agricole PFM offers the fixed-term deposit “Festgeld kurzfristig” in 5 different terms, with annual percentage yields ranging from 2.30% to 2.81%. The highest interest is paid for the 12-month fixed-term deposit.
In comparison, the top Festgeld high-yield savings accounts are currently offered by Rediem Capital AB (3.65% for 120 months) and Calenberger Kreditverein (3.6% for 84 months).
You can find an overview of all conditions for the Crédit Agricole PFM Crédit Agricole PFM fixed-term deposits in the following table:
Term
Interest rate
Deposit amount
3 months
2.4% (paid Annually)
Min. €5,000
6 months
2.71% (paid Annually)
Min. €5,000
9 months
2.76% (paid Annually)
Min. €5,000
12 months
2.81% (paid Annually)
Min. €5,000
Who is behind Crédit Agricole PFM?
Crédit Agricole Personal Finance & Mobility is part of the Crédit Agricole Group, France's second-largest and one of Europe’s major banking groups, with roots in cooperative and retail banking. This is underlined by its history dating back to 1884.
In Germany, Crédit Agricole Personal Finance & Mobility focuses on consumer finance, savings, and deposit products for private customers. The bank combines the global expertise and financial strength of the Crédit Agricole network with locally adapted services.
How safe is my money with Crédit Agricole PFM?
Deposits held with Crédit Agricole Personal Finance & Mobility in Germany are protected under the French statutory deposit guarantee scheme (Fonds de Garantie des Dépôts et de Résolution – FGDR), which secures eligible deposits up to 100,000 euros per person and institution. France generally maintains a solid investment‑grade sovereign credit rating (A+).
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How can I manage the Festgeld kurzfristig account?
The "Festgeld kurzfristig" with Crédit Agricole Personal Finance & Mobility can be managed through the bank’s online banking portal. Customer support is available via telephone, email, online contact form, or post. Digital interfaces and customer service are provided in German.
How can I open the Crédit Agricole PFM “Festgeld kurzfristig“?
To open the "Festgeld kurzfristig" at Crédit Agricole Personal Finance & Mobility, you must be at least 18 years old, have a residence in Germany, and open the account for private purposes. You will also need a German reference current account (DE at the beginning of your IBAN) for deposits and withdrawals.
The opening process for Crédit Agricole's fixed-term deposit is still quite analog. You need to fill out the online form providing personal information, print and sign the application, and post the physical document. You then transfer your deposit amount and verify your identity at a Post office near you. Once the process is complete, you receive a confirmation email.
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