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Personal Loans May 27, 2026

Best Personal Loans in May: Rates, Speed, and More

Discover the top personal loans this May, focusing on the lowest rates, fastest approvals, and best options for large amounts. Get insights into what each lender offers and who should consider them.

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Revolut Personal Loan

Revolut

Rate: 6.5–16.99%
Amount: €2k–€30k
Timing: Apply in-app, quick decision

Digital personal loan from Revolut Ireland with variable APR from 6.5%. Apply in-app for up to €30,000 with fast approval and flexible repayment options.

Republic of Ireland resident
Age 18+
Revolut account required

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PTSB Personal Loan

Permanent TSB

Rate: 6.2–8.8%
Amount: €1.5k–€75k
Timing: Apply online

Variable rate personal loan from Permanent TSB with market-leading rates from 5.99% APR for larger loan amounts. Borrow up to €75,000 for any purpose.

Republic of Ireland resident
Subject to lending criteria

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Avant Money Personal Loan

Avant Money

Rate: 6.7–19.9%
Amount: €5k–€75k
Timing: Check eligibility online

Fixed-rate personal loan from Avant Money with loans from €5,000 to €75,000, representative APR from 6.7%, and terms from 1 to 10 years depending on purpose and amount.

Republic of Ireland resident
Subject to lending criteria and credit assessment

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Credit Union Personal Loans in Ireland

Irish Credit Unions

Rate: 8.0–12.7%
Amount: €1k–€75k
Timing: Varies by local credit union

Community-based personal loan from Irish credit unions with flexible lending and public average APR guidance for the Republic of Ireland.

Credit union membership required
Republic of Ireland borrower