Bank Account

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Students who will live in the Netherlands for a longer period of time are advised to open a Dutch bank account for the following reasons:

OPENING A BANK ACCOUNT

To open a bank account in the Netherlands, you first need a BSN number (which you receive once you have registered with the municipality.) Once you have your BSN, you can contact a bank an make an appointment to open a bank account.

WHAT IS A STUDENT PACKAGE?

Most banks offer a Student Package, which contains everything you need to do your banking in the Netherlands:

IMPORTANT

When you leave the Netherlands at the end of your studies, the responsibilities lies with you to close your bank account!!

Questions? Please contact fsasecretariat-itc@utwente.nl