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General information, not legal advice. Your situation may differ. Check the official source or book a licensed professional.

Bank account

The Ministry of Consumer Affairs explains that consumers who do not have another payment account in Spain have a right to a basic payment account, without having to buy other products.

Documents

  • Identity document (DNI, passport, residence card or TIE)

Do it yourself

  1. Compare the fees that banks publish. For a basic payment account, the official page gives a maximum of 3 euros a month, and no fee for people in a vulnerable situation.
  2. Ask for the account at the bank you choose, with your identity document.
  3. Keep your account number (IBAN) for your salary and bills.

The official information does not set a period for this step.

Official sources

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