Banking

To open a bank account in the Netherlands you will need to visit a bank and bring along the following documents:

Valid ID, Proof of address (your rental agreement or a recent utility bill should be sufficient).
Some banks also require proof of regular income such as a pay slip or contract.

Opening a bank account will allow you to use services such as iDEAL. The Dutch government, local municipalities, and most employers prefer you to have a Dutch bank for financial transactions.

For the last couple of months, people in the Netherlands have received phishing calls, in which cyber-criminals try to get personal information, like your BSN number, or money. Please be aware of this!

Bank Services
Bank Services
Lost or Stolen Cards
Lost or Stolen Cards
BRP Extract for Bank Account Application
BRP Extract for Bank Account Application
How to Open a Bank Account
How to Open a Bank Account

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Banking

Once you are in the Netherlands, you will want to arrange your banking affairs. On this page you can find information on what to take with you when you apply for a bank account, what services there are, and what to do when your card is stolen.

Bank Services

Lost or Stolen Cards

BRP Extract for Bank Account Application

How to Open a Bank Account

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