Step 4: Open a Bank Account #
You’ll need a German bank account for:
- Getting your salary
- Paying rent
- Signing up for insurance or mobile plans
Choose a bank: #
Traditional Banks #
- Sparkasse
- Deutsche Bank
- Commerzbank
Digital Banks
(Fast & English-friendly) #
- N26
- bunq
- DKB
- Revolut
What you’ll need: #
- Passport
- Anmeldung certificate
Pro Tip: #
Digital banks like N26 or bunq let you open an account in minutes — even before your Bürgeramt appointment (just update it later with your Anmeldung).
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