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Banking in the Netherlands

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An important factor in relocating to the Netherlands is how the local Dutch financial, banking system works. For many internationals the lack of credit card acceptance surprises for instance. Or, the fact that so much banking is in fact done online or via automatic debit. The answers to these, and many other bank, payment related issues can be found in the questions below.

What is the currency in the Netherlands?

Can you explain the numbering conventions used in the Netherlands?

How can I open a bank account?

What are the requirements to open up a bank account?

What are the accounts and services offered by banks?

How does a current account operate?

How do I use my PIN card?

What if I want to use my PIN card abroad?

What is iDeal?

Can I pay in a shop by using my mobile phone?

What is PSD2?

How to exchange foreign money in the Netherlands?

What is an acceptgiro?

Can I directly invest money in the stock exchange?

What types of loans are available?

Are credit cards issued by banks to all customers?

How easy is it to pay using my credit card in the Netherlands?

What is internetbankieren (internet banking) and how to use it?

How can I access my bank details using mobile devices?

What if I have lost my PIN card or had it stolen?

What is a contactless payment?

What is IBAN?

Are contactless payments secure?