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Your 100% mobile bank account

Tired of waiting in lines, surprise fees, or banking bureaucracy? Same here. Open your new bank account with a virtual card and 24/7 customer support — and manage your money anytime, anywhere.
Open N26 Standard Account
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Free withdrawals

Enjoy two free domestic ATM withdrawals every month, and a virtual Mastercard for when you want to go cashless.
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24/7 banking on the go

Get support whenever you need it, with a bank account that's designed for travelers — and with no hidden fees.
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Transparent, secure transfers

Send money reliably and quickly, whether it's close to home or anywhere within the eurozone.
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Includes free card

Get a free virtual Mastercard you can start using right away.

Get a world of investment choices

Start investing in your future from just €1, right in your banking app. Invest in stocks and ETFs*** with no trading fees — or let the experts do the hard work for you with one of our ready-made funds***. You can also buy and sell 350+ crypto coins****. And if you’re looking for a hands-off way to invest every month, you can set up an automated investment plan in just a few taps.
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Security at N26

N26 has a full German banking license from BaFin, so your funds are legally protected up to €100,000 by the Compensation Scheme of German Banks. Our extra layers of security also keep your money safe, like device pairing, 3D Secure, and biometric identification.
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Discover N26 Instant Savings

Open a new N26 account and grow your savings with 2.25%* gross interest p.a. with N26 Metal (1.23% net) for new customers, 0.75% p.a. with You (0.53% net), and 0.55% p.a. with Smart and Standard (0.39% net), and access your funds at any time.
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*Valid only for new customers who open a new N26 Metal account from 19/02/2025 onwards. The gross interest rate for the N26 Instant Savings account corresponds to the current European Central Bank deposit facility rate (2.25% starting on 23/04/2025) and is subject to change by N26 any time. Terms and conditions apply. To benefit from this offer, you’ll need to open an N26 bank account. After that, you may open a separate N26 Instant Savings account to earn interest alongside everyday banking. At N26, each eligible customer can have one Instant Savings account. For existing customers: From 23/04/2025 onwards, grow your savings with 0.55% gross interest p.a. for Standard and Smart (0.39% net), 0.75% p.a. for You (0.53% net), and 1.75% p.a. for Metal (1.23% net). Interest is only earned on funds held in your Instant Savings account. Please note that N26 may change interest rates at any time based on market fluctuation. If this happens, we’ll send you a notification via your N26 secure inbox, after which the new rate will take effect immediately. For customers in Belgium, you’ll find more information about this product including risks right below and here. The offer is provided under the German law. No key information or other legally prescribed documents are available for these accounts. Important information about the N26 Instant Savings account for customers residing in Belgium. Risks The N26 Instant Savings Account is a non regulated savings account of N26 Bank SE. The offer is provided under German law, which means that German law applies. Risk of bankruptcy: Your savings are protected up to €100,000 by the German Deposit Guarantee Scheme. If there is a risk of bankruptcy or N26 going bankrupt, you could potentially lose any deposits you have over 100,000 euros, or their amount could be reduced or converted into shares. Risk of inflation: The N26 Instant Savings account is also subject to inflation risk, where an increase in prices can reduce your purchasing power. Costs The opening and closing of an N26 Instant Savings account is free of charge. There are also no costs for managing this savings account. N26 Instant Savings accounts are available for customers who have a free N26 Standard or N26 Business Standard account, but also for customers who have premium N26 accounts: N26 Smart or N26 Business Smart, N26 You or N26 Business You, and N26 Metal or N26 Business Metal account, which cost €4.90/month, €9.90/month, and €16.90/month, respectively.The price list for N26 is available here. Taxes The N26 Instant Savings account is provided under German law. No withholding tax is being collected. The declaration and payment of taxes in Belgium should be taken care of by the customer, following Belgian regulations. In theory, interest income on the N26 savings account earned should be included in the tax declaration and generally taxed at a rate of 30% but the user should review their specific case with a tax advisor. Withholding taxes may apply for customers who are residents of Germany, in which case N26 will withhold taxes on paid interest. Duration of the account The duration of the N26 Instant Savings account is unlimited. Important documents Please review the following documents before you open an N26 Instant Savings account. You can find the pre-contractual information for N26 Instant Savings accounts here. The N26 Instant Savings account's Terms and Conditions are available for reference on this page. No key information documents are available for unregulated savings accounts. Dispute resolution If you need assistance with your account, have questions about card payments, need to update your information, or have any other inquiries, our Customer Service agents are available daily and ready to help resolve your issues or concerns. For more information please visit our Support Center: How to Contact N26? If you are dissatisfied and believe that our customer service could not help you sufficiently with your issue or concern, find all the information you need to file a complaint here.
***These statements are intended to provide general information and do not constitute investment advice or any other advice on financial services and financial instruments such as Stocks, ETFs and Ready-made funds. These statements also do not constitute an offer to conclude a contract for the purchase or sale of Stocks, ETFs and ready-made funds. Stocks, ETFs and Ready-made funds can be subject to high fluctuations in value. A decline in value or a complete loss of the money invested are possible at any time. The values depicted are fictional and for illustrative purposes. ****Virtual currencies, real risks. In crypto, only the risk is guaranteed. Warning– the value of your virtual currencies may vary very significantly both up and down and the amount you invest may be completely lost. Learn more here. N26 Crypto is powered by Bitpanda Asset Management GmbH.
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Open your N26 account in minutes

Whether you're looking for a flexible, free online bank account or a premium account complete with insurance packages and smart budgeting tools, N26 has got you covered. There's no paperwork and no hassle — open your account from your phone in minutes.

    N26 is the first 100% mobile bank to be granted and operate with a full German banking license from BaFin. That means your money is fully protected — both in your bank account and Instant Savings account — up to €100,000 by the German Deposit Protection Scheme. We currently operate in 24 markets worldwide and have over 8 million customers.

    N26 has been granted a full German banking license from BaFin. By law, each customer’s funds are protected up to €100,000 by the German Deposit Protection Scheme. With 3D Secure, Mastercard Identity Check, and fingerprint and face recognition, the security of our customer's online payments is always guaranteed.

    As a bank, N26 is supervised by the Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin). Our clients' funds are guaranteed up to €100,000 by the German Deposit Protection Scheme. In addition, the N26 app has many features to ensure the security of its users' bank accounts and data.

    To open an N26 account, you must be over 18 years old and reside in Belgium. You also need to have a compatible smartphone. You’ll be asked to provide a valid form of ID as well as valid proof of residence.

    In order to open a bank account with N26, you must have a government-issued ID. Don’t worry, there’s no fussy paperwork or long wait times involved — just show your valid ID during a quick call and you’ll be up and running. It’s worth noting that you’ll also need a smartphone to use your account, and must live in an eligible country where N26 operates.

    The N26 Standard bank account is free and doesn’t charge any opening or maintenance fees. The N26 Smart bank account costs €4.90 per month, the N26 You bank account costs €9.90 per month, and the N26 Metal account is available for €16.90 per month. To open an N26 account, no deposit or minimum income is required.

    You can open your mobile N26 account online in minutes from your phone or the N26 website — no paperwork or waiting times. Best of all: Once your N26 bank account is active, you can start using it right away with your virtual card. You don't have to wait for your physical card to arrive.

    As soon as you open your N26 account, you will get a german IBAN, starting with "DE".

    To view your N26 IBAN in the N26 mobile app, tap your your initials in the top right corner of the 'Home' screen. From there, you can easily copy and paste your IBAN and share it.