Expat Banking in Europe

Why expat banking?

If you're an expat, you'll need to open a bank account abroad. The paperwork associated with expat banking can be a hassle at first, but it often eliminates the fees associated with withdrawing cash from back home. Overseas savings accounts also give you quick access to cash and a face-to-face relationship with local financial advisers who can help you with international mortgages and other loans. Different countries have different...

Banking - Essential Articles

07/09/2009 Economic crisis hits young people

Unemployment in the Netherlands has gone up substantially, especially among young people, figures published by Statistics Netherlands (CBS) show.

30/03/2009 "We, the people, are paying for the super rich"

Analyst warns that European leaders are not aware yet of the real concerns of the general public, voters, consumers.

07/03/2009 Weak pound ends British love affair with French holiday homes

Brits are becoming more cautious about investing in French vacations, as the economic crisis is changing tourism around the world.

07/12/2007 Banking in Germany: A survey of products and services

Expatica Germany surveyed six large banking institutions and one online provider on the various accounts they provide, EC and credits, savings accounts, ATMs and transfering money. Here is a comparative list of what we learned.