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What’s an offshore account? A step-by-step guide to banking internationally

Offshore bank accounts used to get a bad rap, but in fact, they’re regular bank accounts — just located outside your home country. Learn what an offshore account is and how to open one.

6 min read

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The ECB’s key interest rate: what it is and how it affects you

Since July 2022 the European Central Bank has raised its key interest rate. But what exactly is it? Read on to learn how it works and what the changes might mean for you.

12 min read

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Student savings accounts: 7 things you need to know

Student savings accounts help you stash away your cash during your studies. Our guide will show you how, and much more.

7 min read

How N26 will contact you — and how we won’t

Scammers and fraudsters may pose as representatives of N26 to try to steal customer data. Here, we dive into how N26 will and won’t contact you, so that you can spot the scams.

8 min read

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Why should I open a savings account?

This guide will give you everything you need to know about opening a savings account, and planning for long term goals.

6 min read

Play-Doh piggy.

Why should I open a savings account?

This guide will give you everything you need to know about opening a savings account, and planning for long term goals.

6 min read

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What is a bank guarantee?

Individuals and businesses use bank guarantees to safeguard payments, manage risk, and protect their money. Learn more about the different types of guarantees and their uses here.

4 min read

What is Euribor and how does it affect you?

The European interbank interest rate—or Euribor—impacts everything from your savings account to mortgage rates. Learn more about its impacts in this article.

5 min read

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How to open a bank account in Europe

Moving to Europe? Here’s how to set up your own local bank account.

7 min read

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How to transfer money from one bank to another

SEPA, intra-bank, and inter-bank transfers. Not sure what all this banking jargon actually means? Discover how to best move your money around, explained in simple terms.

8 min read

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The Difference Between Visa and Mastercard - N26

Visa and Mastercard are the world’s best-known credit cards, and it might seem like they’re one and the same. But there are some major differences—read on to learn what they are!

5 min read

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How to open a bank account in the Netherlands

If you want to open a bank account in the Netherlands, you’re going to want to read this guide. Whether at a branch, online, or through an app, here’s everything you need to know.

6 min read

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New in N26: Make your money work for you

Managing your money can feel overwhelming at times, but N26 has the tools you need to put you in control of your money.

4 min read