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VACATION LOANS

Finance your dream vacation
with a travel loan.

Take out a $5K-$100K low fixed-rate personal loan and
take the trip of a lifetime. You could save thousands of dollars compared to high-interest credit cards with rates ranging from 8.74% APR to 35.49% APR (with all discounts)5 7.


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BTW it’s a soft inquiry, so it won’t affect your credit score.

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Our vacation loans
travel well.

  • Fast Funds

    You could receive funds the same day your loan is approved*—and catch the next flight out.

  • No Fees Required

    When you take out a vacation loan with SoFi, there are no origination fees required, no prepayment fees and no late fees.

  • Lower monthly payments

    With a SoFi vacation loan, there’s no compounding interest, and you could save money versus your high-interest credit cards.

  • Planner Friendly

    Receive your funds all at once, making planning and budgeting as breezy as a Mai Tai on the beach. Plus, fixed monthly payments mean no surprises.

SoFi Vacation Loans vs. Credit Cards

A personal travel loan is the smarter way to get away.

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Applying for a vacation loan is as easy as 1-2-3

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It only takes a minute to explore your options, and it won’t affect your credit score.†

Select your terms.

Find the term and monthly payment that work best for you—and see just how much you can save with SoFi.

Finish your application

Complete your loan documents and enjoy same-day funding* wired directly to your account.


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BTW it’s a soft inquiry, so it won’t affect your credit score.

How can you use a
travel loan?

Family Vacation

Personal travel loans are a great way to finance family vacations. With low fixed interest rates and monthly payments, you’ll know exactly how much you owe and when your loan will be paid in full.


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BTW it’s a soft inquiry, so it won’t affect your credit score.

International Travel Expenses

The average cost of a 12-day international vacation is $3,800 per person.* Get Your Money Right® by avoiding the accumulation of high-interest credit card debt. Our personal travel loans range from $5K-$100K, offering fixed interest rates, steady monthly payments, and no fees required.


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BTW it’s a soft inquiry, so it won’t affect your credit score.

Cruises

Personal travel loans are an excellent way to pay for cruise vacations. Booking your cruise early could lead to a deep discount, saving you big money on your trip. Booking in advance can also mean special pricing on beverage packages, restaurant upgrades, and shore excursions.


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BTW it’s a soft inquiry, so it won’t affect your credit score.


Travel planning tips and
financial resources







FAQs


What is a vacation loan?
A vacation loan is a type of personal loan you can use to pay for travel expenses. So, what’s a personal loan then? A personal loan is just as the name implies—a loan you take out for almost any personal reason at all. You can use a personal loan to pay for a home renovation, consolidate high-interest credit card debt, or pay for a vacation or wedding. Offered by many banks, credit unions, and online lenders, personal loans typically range from $5K-$100K and offer fixed rates that allow you to make steady monthly payments over the life of the loan.


Is a travel loan right for me?
Travel loans can be a good option for those who have budgeted to pay for their vacation expenses but don’t have the cash on hand to cover immediate deposits. If you have a solid plan for paying back your personal loan and just need some quick cash to bridge the gap, a personal travel loan may be right for you. Personal travel loans provide an alternative to high-interest credit cards, and since personal loans are unsecured, you’re not using your home as collateral or putting your equity at risk. Fixed interest rates and steady monthly payments mean there are no surprises—you’ll know exactly how much you owe and when your loan will be paid in full.


How much can I borrow for my vacation?
The minimum amount you can borrow with a personal travel loan from SoFi is $5,000, and the maximum is $100,000.

How quickly will I recieve my funds?
You can receive funds for your vacation as soon as the same business day you sign your loan documents.


Am I a good candidate for a travel loan?

SoFi aims to revolutionize financial services and make the system more accessible to everyone. Today, we offer significant savings and flexibility to U.S. citizens and permanent residents who reside in the U.S. and are employed or have a sufficient income from other sources, with a responsible financial history and a strong monthly cash flow.



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† To check the rates and terms you may qualify for, SoFi conducts a soft credit pull that will not affect your credit score. However, if you choose a product and continue your application, we will request your full credit report from one or more consumer reporting agencies, which is considered a hard credit pull and may affect your credit.

Terms and conditions apply. SOFI RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY OR DISCONTINUE PRODUCTS AND BENEFITS AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE. To qualify, a borrower must be a U.S. citizen or other eligible status, be residing in the U.S., and meet SoFi’s underwriting requirements. Not all borrowers receive the lowest rate. Lowest rates reserved for the most creditworthy borrowers. If approved, your actual rate will be within the range of rates at the time of application and will depend on a variety of factors, including term of loan, evaluation of your creditworthiness, income, and other factors. If SoFi is unable to offer you a loan but matches you for a loan with a participating bank, then your rate may be outside the range of rates listed above. Rates and Terms are subject to change at any time without notice. SoFi Personal Loans can be used for any lawful personal, family, or household purposes and may not be used for post-secondary education expenses. Minimum loan amount is $5,000. The average of SoFi Personal Loans funded in 2023 was around $33K. Information current as of 2/21/24. SoFi Personal Loans originated by SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. NMLS #696891 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org). See SoFi.com/legal for state-specific license details. See SoFi.com/eligibility for details and state restrictions.

Fixed rates from 8.74% APR to 35.49% APR reflect the 0.25% autopay interest rate discount and a 0.25% direct deposit interest rate discount. SoFi rate ranges are current as of 12/15/25 and are subject to change without notice. The average of SoFi Personal Loans funded in 2023 was around $33K. Not all applicants qualify for the lowest rate. Lowest rates reserved for the most creditworthy borrowers. Your actual rate will be within the range of rates listed and will depend on the term you select, evaluation of your creditworthiness, income, and a variety of other factors.

Loan amounts range from $5,000– $100,000. The APR is the cost of credit as a yearly rate and reflects both your interest rate and an origination fee of 0%-7%, which will be deducted from any loan proceeds you receive.

5 Autopay: The SoFi 0.25%autopay interest rate reduction requires you to agree to make monthly principal and interest payments by an automatic monthly deduction from a savings or checking account. The benefit will discontinue and be lost for periods in which you do not pay by automatic deduction from a savings or checking account. Autopay is not required to receive a loan from SoFi.

7 Direct Deposit Discount: To be eligible to potentially receive an additional (0.25%) interest rate reduction on your Personal Loan (your “Loan”), you must set up Direct Deposit with a SoFi Checking and Savings account offered by SoFi Bank, N.A., or enroll in SoFi Plus by paying the SoFi Plus Subscription Fee, all within 30 days of the funding of your Loan. Once eligible, you will receive this discount during periods in which you have enabled Direct Deposit to an eligible Direct Deposit Account in accordance with SoFi’s reasonable procedures and requirements to be determined at SoFi’s sole discretion, or during periods in which SoFi successfully receives payment of the SoFi Plus Subscription Fee. This discount will be lost during periods in which SoFi determines you have turned off Direct Deposit to your Checking and Savings account or in which you have not paid the SoFi Plus Subscription Fee. You are not required to enroll in Direct Deposit or to pay the SoFi Plus Subscription Fee to receive a Loan.

§ Awards or rankings are not indicative of future success or results. Neither SoFi Bank, N.A. nor its employees paid a fee in exchange for ratings. Awards and ratings are independently determined and awarded by their respective publications.

‡ Same-Day Personal Loan Funding: Same Day Funding means that most borrowers receive funds the same day when loan is approved and the loan agreement is signed by 5:30 PM ET on a business day. SoFi does not guarantee this, and delays may occur outside of our control, such as if inaccurate information is submitted, the receiving bank declines the transfer. Your bank may have rules on when the funds become available. Does not include personal loans originated with a SoFi partner bank.

^ Direct Pay: Terms and conditions apply. Offer good for personal loan customers with credit cards and personal loans in their name only and subject to lender approval. To receive the offer, you must: (1) register and/or apply through this landing page; (2) complete a loan application with SoFi within 90 days of your application submit date; (3) meet SoFi’s underwriting criteria; (4) apply 50% or more of your loan proceeds directly to your lenders/creditors. Once conditions are met and the loan has been disbursed, the interest rate shown in the Final Disclosure Statement will include an additional 0.25% rate discount. SoFi reserves the right to change or terminate the Direct Pay Rate Discount Program to unenrolled participants at any time with or without notice. It takes about 3 business days for your creditor/lender to receive payment after your loan is signed. You will be responsible for making all required payments to avoid credit card and other loan fees.

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How long do I need to wait to reapply after my Personal Loan application has been declined?
You will need to wait at least 30 days before re-applying for a Personal Loan with the same borrower(s). You are welcome to retry at any time with a co-borrower, if the previous application was as a single borrower. If you initially applied with a co-borrower, you can retry as a single borrower or with a different co-borrower.


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