We kept everything you had filled in.
First, your account
Sign in or create your HelloBudgie account — your application saves to it, and your order tracking lives behind it.
You must be 18 or older to apply.
Let's start with you
Your details, then the credit check. We'll SMS and email you the result — nothing else is asked until you know where you stand.
Step 1 of 4
What are you using?
Valid ID number
Watu — a registered credit provider, NCRCP 20070 — runs this check with a credit bureau, using your consent above.
Choose your phone
Your deposit and your daily amount depend on which one you pick.
How long would you like to pay?
Thanks — your check is with Watu.
We'll SMS your result and verification link to your number and email it to your address the moment it's complete. The link brings you straight back to carry on exactly where you left off — your place is saved.
Credit checks usually take approximately [EXPECTED TIME — to be confirmed]. You can close this page.
First check passed
Watu's review is done. Next we need a few details for your agreement.
Confirm your details
We've filled in what your ID number tells us. Check it's right.
Step 2 of 6
Your name
Date of birth and gender
Taken from your ID number. Change it if it's wrong.
Filled in from your ID number
Filled in from your ID number
Where do we deliver?
The address the driver brings your phone to. Your progress saves to your account — you can finish later.
Step 2 of 4
Start typing to find your address, or fill it in below. We deliver only in South Africa.
Money and last details
Step 3 of 4
Watu checks the repayments will fit — a responsible lender has to ask.
Who can we contact if we can't reach you?
Tick only if this applies — it won't affect your approval.
Confirm your order
Accept your credit agreement to pay your deposit and confirm your deal.
Step 4 of 4
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When you accept, we record the date and time, your device, and the version of the agreement you were shown. A copy is emailed to you.
Your deposit is your first payment towards your phone — you'll pay it on the next screen. Your finance only starts once your phone is delivered.
That's your application in
It's now under review with Watu — usually just a few minutes. Nothing to pay yet.
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How you'll hear
We'll SMS and email the moment it's decided.
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If Watu says yes
You'll get a secure link to pay your deposit — nothing to pay before that.
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Timing
Apply before 16:00 to normally hear back the same day. Review hours: Mon–Sat 08:00–21:00, Sun 09:00–17:00 (public holidays may differ).
You must be 18 or older to apply.
Keep this. Quote it if you contact us about your order.
