Work in NL, Opening a bank account
You need a Dutch bank account to receive your wages and pay your rent and everyday costs, among other things.
You need a bank account
In the Netherlands, you need a bank account. Your employer transfers your salary to this account. You also use your account to pay your rent, energy and other bills. These are often paid automatically every month. You use your bank card to pay in shops or withdraw cash from an ATM.
What do you need to take with you to the bank?
If you are going to open a bank account, you have to bring a valid passport or ID card with you, as well as your citizen service number (BSN) and the address where you live. Some online banks temporarily accept a foreign address . In that case, you will have tell them your Dutch address later.
2026-10-05 · CC0, unless stated otherwise ·
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