Risk indicator for all N26 accounts.
1/6
1/6 This number is indicative of the risk of the product, 1/6 being indicative of lower risk and 6/6 of higher risk.
N26 is a member of the German Deposit Guarantee Fund. The fund guarantees deposits up to 100,000 euros per account holder and entity.
N26 Instant Savings account
Interest that’s actually interesting
Grow your savings with 2.26% AER* interest — and dip into it anytime you need to.
__*2.26% AER (2.26% annual NIR). With this interest rate, if you maintain a daily balance of €15,000 in your Instant Savings account for a period of 12 months, you’ll earn a total gross interest of €339. Applies to all your savings, no maximum limit. __
What is N26 Instant Savings?
N26 Instant Savings is an easy-access savings account that’s 100% flexible and available for free in the N26 app.
Earn interest on all your savings (no minimum or maximum deposit limits), and instantly withdraw anytime — without losing any interest you’ve already earned. Win-win.
Saving just got more rewarding
Grow your money
Earn 2.26% AER (2.26% annual NIR) interest with no minimum or maximum deposit limits — calculated daily and paid out monthly.
Access anytime
No need to lock your money away. Deposit and withdraw any amount in seconds via the N26 app, as often as you like
No extra fees
Open your Instant Savings account with just a few taps in the N26 app — for free.
100% flexible
No minimum or maximum deposit limits and no penalties for withdrawals, you’re free to save at your own pace.
Start earning interest today
Not a customer yet? Join N26 in 8 minutes and open a bank account, right from your phone.
Get your Spanish tax ID verified — then simply head to ‘Finances’ in the N26 app and tap on ‘Instant Savings’ to create your easy-access savings account.
Your money is protected
N26 is a fully-licensed bank. That means the money in your bank account — including Instant Savings — is protected up to €100,000 by the German Deposit Guarantee Scheme.
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Why can’t I find Instant Savings in my N26 app?
Instant Savings is available in the app for both new and existing eligible customers. Make sure you’re using the latest version of the N26 mobile app.
Who is eligible for N26 Instant Savings?
Eligible customers must have a personal or business N26 bank account with a Spanish IBAN, have a registered local tax identification number, and be a resident of Spain. Additionally, if you have renewed your identity document after opening your N26 account, you will need to contact us by chat in the N26 app to update your information. Please note that other security-related eligibility criteria may apply.
Is this interest rate only for new customers?
No. We offer the same interest rate to both new and existing eligible customers. All eligible customers who have a personal or business N26 Standard, Smart, You, or Metal account can open an Instant Savings account in their N26 app.
When and how is my interest paid?
The interest you earn is automatically calculated and paid out to your Instant Savings account on the first day of each month.
How is my interest calculated?
Your interest is calculated daily at a rate of 2.26% AER (2.26% annual NIR), based on your Instant Savings account balance at the end of the day.
For example, if you maintain a daily balance of €15,000 in your Instant Savings account for a period of 12 months, you’ll earn a total gross interest of €339. Similarly, if there are 30 days in a month and your Instant Savings account balance remains €15,000 for the whole month, you’ll earn a total gross interest of €27.86 (€15,000 x 2.26% x 30/365) at the end of the month.
Where can I find N26 Instant Savings?
Instant Savings is located in the Finances section of your N26 app, no matter what kind of personal or Business account you have, premium or free account. If you’re an eligible N26 customer and Instant Savings doesn’t appear in this section, please make sure that your N26 app is updated and you’re using the latest version.
Is there a limit on the amount of interest I can earn with N26 Instant Savings?
You may deposit as much money as you like into your savings account: you’ll earn interest on the total balance of your Instant Savings account.
What happens if I make a withdrawal before the end of the month?
N26 Instant Savings is a fully flexible easy-access savings account, so there are no penalties for withdrawing a part — or all — of your deposit before the end of the month. You won’t lose any interest that was already paid out, nor will you lose any interest that’s already been calculated for the previous days of the current month.
Your interest is calculated every day according to the current balance of your Instant Savings account — so once you make a withdrawal, you will simply earn less interest than before, because your savings account balance will be lower.
What do AER and annual NIR mean?
Simply defined, AER and annual NIR are measures of the interest rate you’ll earn on your savings in a year. NIR (Nominal Interest Rate) is the fixed percentage you’ll earn as agreed upon with your bank. AER (Annual Equivalent Rate), on the other hand, is the actual interest rate, including any bank fees and extra costs.
As Instant Savings is offered to N26 customers at no extra cost, the AER is the same as the annual NIR. In Spanish terms and conditions, AER and annual NIR are often called TAE (Tasa Anual Equivalente) and TIN (Tipo de Interés Nominal) respectively.
Does N26 Instant Savings have a deposit limit?
No, there are no minimum or maximum deposit limits for N26 Instant Savings. You can deposit as much money as you like into your easy-access savings account, and you’ll earn interest on the total balance of your Instant Savings account.
Will I need to pay taxes on my earned interest?
Yes, the interest you earn in your N26 Instant Savings account is taxable by the Spanish government. But no stress — we’ll automatically withhold and transfer this tax percentage to the authorities on your behalf every month, when you receive your earned interest.
Do I need my Spanish tax ID? Where can I find my Spanish tax ID?
We need your Spanish tax ID because when you earn interest on your savings, we're required to withhold and pay your taxes to the local tax authorities. Your Spanish tax ID number is your DNI (Documento Nacional de Identidad) if you’re Spanish, or your NIE (Número de Identidad de Extranjero) if you’re a foreign resident in Spain.
Can customers with German IBAN open an N26 Instant Savings account?
At the moment, only customers with a Spanish IBAN are eligible to open an Instant Savings account.
Can N26 Business customers open an Instant Savings account?
Yes, both customers with a personal and business N26 bank account are eligible to open an Instant Savings account, whatever tier subscription they have.
What does “risk level of the product” mean?
In Spain, the risk level of investment products is measured on a numerical scale from one to six. This means that the products marked as 1/6 are considered the safest, and those with 6/6 carry the most risk. As N26 is a member of the Deposit Guarantee Fund for Credit Institutions in Spain, all funds deposited into your N26 bank account — including Instant Savings — are always protected up to €100,000.