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Edit a direct debits template

Templates are a convenient way to help you create direct debits. Once you save a template you can select it to populate your payments without the need to add the details for each payment individually.

Editing a template is quick and easy.

How do I edit a direct debit template?

ANZ Internet Banking for Business customers can easily edit a direct debits template.

Go to the "Payments" menu.
Select "Set up business Direct debit".
Select the "Manage templates" link.
Ensure the correct template is selected, using the radio buttons under the "Select" column.
Then select the "Edit template" link and follow the steps below.

Alternatively you can:

Go to the "Payments" menu.
Select "Manage payment templates".
Ensure the correct template is selected, using the radio buttons under the "Select" column.
Then select the "Edit template" link and follow the steps below.

Step 1 - Make your edits

You can make the following edits to your direct debits templates:

Business name: remember this will appear on the client/debtors' statements so ensure it is accurate and clear with no special characters (e.g. !@$#%^#*).
Add more payments: follow steps 5-6 of the Create direct debits manually page.
Remove payments: select the "Remove" button to the right of the payment.
Change amount: select the amount field and type a new amount in dollars and cents with a decimal point.

Step 2 - Save your changes

When you are happy with your edits, select the "Save" button.Your template will now be updated and saved in your list of direct debits templates.

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For further assistance please call the ANZ Internet Banking team on 13 33 50 (International callers: +61 3 9683 8833 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Frequently asked questions

Use our faqs to find out more about editing a direct debit template.

What can I edit on my template?

You can make the following edits to your direct debit templates:

The amount to be transferred.
Your/business name (this will appear on the client/debtor's statement).
The client details. You can remove an existing client or add a new one.
Add more payments by following steps 2-3 of the "Add template" page.
Remove a payment by selecting the "Remove" button to the right of the payment.

How long does it take to update a change in a template once saved?

Once saved, the page will refresh and the template will be updated immediately in the "Direct debit - templates" list and can be used for payment at once.