Moving to Germany to study brings enough complicated administrative tasks. But managing your finances? That doesn’t have to be one of them.
Download the bunq app now and be set up in five minutes
With bunq, you get effortless banking designed for students like you, so you can focus on what really matters: studying, exploring and making the most of your time in Germany.
Find out what Anastasiia, a recent graduate from Technische Universität München (TUM), has to say about her experience settling into her new life in Germany and how bunq helped her along the way.
"The paperwork - especially opening a bank account. It took forever, and I was constantly stressed about getting everything sorted. The traditional banking process was so slow, and it felt like nothing ever moved quickly."
With bunq, there’s no waiting, no paperwork, and no stress. You can open an account in just five minutes with your phone and ID. Fast, easy, and fully digital, so you can spend your time on more important (and fun!) things.
"No more bank visits or waiting for appointments. Everything happens in the app. I can check my account, make payments, and manage my finances from anywhere - whether I’m in class or travelling around Europe."
bunq is 100 percent digital. You can manage your money straight from your phone, whether you’re on campus, at home or exploring new places, and get a crystal-clear overview of all your finances, as well as valuable insights that help you budget better.
Plus, with Easy Budgeting, your money gets sent to the right bank account the moment you receive your payments, be it for rent, festivals or your next holiday.
"It’s been a game changer for travel. I can track my spending, see if I need cash or just pay directly with my card. Everything’s in one place - travel insights, exchange rates, spending habits - it’s all so easy!"
With bunq, travelling is stress-free. Spend, save and hold up to 22 foreign currencies, get instant notifications and enjoy the best exchange rate abroad with ZeroFX - all from the app.
"bunq simplified everything. No hidden fees, no complicated processes - just clear, transparent banking. Plus, it’s free for students in Germany, so I can stay on budget while focusing on my studies."
bunq offers students all the best of digital banking with zero monthly fees. With the bunq Pro plan, you can keep your finances simple, transparent and under control.
Ready for banking that fits your student lifestyle? Download the bunq app, get your German IBAN instantly and start managing your money with ease. Whether you’re studying, travelling or living your best life in Germany, bunq is here to make life easy.