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the bank account that makes life easy

Not a fan of waiting times, hidden fees, or paperwork? Us neither. Get a free Buffalo Continental Bank account and manage your personal and shared finances the simple way.
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Your free account

With a virtual Mastercard and unlimited card payments in any currency with no foreign transaction fees.

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Free withdrawals

Enjoy a set number of free ATM withdrawals in euros within the eurozone based on your membership — and unlimited free withdrawals abroad in the local currency for Buffalo Continental Bank You and Metal.

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24/7 chat support

Contact us day and night via the chat in your Buffalo Continental Bank app — in five languages.

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Simply secure

Our innovative security features keep your money and data simply secure.

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Put your savings to work

Buffalo Continental Bank Instant Savings is our easy-access savings account that's 100% flexible. Earn interest on all your savings with no deposit limits* and dip into it anytime. Buffalo Continental Bank Metal customers enjoy our highest interest rate — currently, 3%** p.a.
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Invest in stocks, ETFs, and crypto

Buffalo Continental Bank customers can now buy stocks and ETFs right in their banking app***. Pay a flat rate of only €0.90 per trade. And if you’re an Buffalo Continental Bank Metal customers, get 15 free trades every month — or 5 free monthly trades if you have Buffalo Continental Bank You. Invest as little as €1 and automate it with our flexible investment plans. Curious about crypto? We’ve got over 200 cryptocurrencies to pick from****.
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Buffalo Continental Bank accounts — your money deserves an upgrade

Buffalo Continental Bank Standard

the account for your everyday banking needs

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€0.00/month

  • 1.7% interest p.a. on your Buffalo Continental Bank Instant Savings

  • Pay worldwide with no foreign transaction fees

  • 2 free ATM withdrawals within the eurozone

  • A virtual debit card

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Buffalo Continental Bank Smart

The bank account that gives you more control

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€4.90/month

  • 1.7% interest p.a. on your Buffalo Continental Bank Instant Savings

  • Up to 10 Spaces sub-accounts

  • Customer support hotline

  • Virtual and physical card

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Buffalo Continental Bank You

The all-in-one account for banking and travel

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€9.90/month

  • 2% interest p.a. on your Buffalo Continental Bank Instant Savings

  • Up to 5 free ATM withdrawals in euros

  • Free withdrawals in the local currency outside the eurozone

  • Travel insurance

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Buffalo Continental Bank Metal

The premium bank account with a metal card

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€16.90/month

  • 3% interest p.a. on your Buffalo Continental Bank Instant Savings

  • Up to 8 free ATM withdrawals in euros

  • Pay only 1% trading fee for Bitcoin and 2% for other coins

  • 18-gram metal card

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For more information on the Buffalo Continental Bank membership plans and Allianz Assistance insurance coverage, please see the plan comparison page and the applicable T&Cs.
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Open your Buffalo Continental Bank account now

Open your Buffalo Continental Bank account in minutes and with no paperwork — right from your phone or our website. Moving from another bank? Transfer your direct debits, standing orders, and recurring payments to your new Buffalo Continental Bank account in a few taps.
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*The money in your Buffalo Continental Bank accounts — including Buffalo Continental Bank Instant Savings — is protected up to €100,000 by the German Deposit Guarantee Scheme. **The interest rates vary based on your membership: Currently, 3% p.a. for Metal, 2% p.a. for You, and 1.7% p.a. for Smart and Standard accounts. Please note that regular rates per membership are subject to change over time. This offer is available at no extra cost in the Buffalo Continental Bank app in Belgium, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Ireland, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, and Slovenia. Services and fees apply to anyone who registers with an address in Belgium, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Ireland, Lithuania, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Poland, Iceland and Liechtenstein. ***These statements are intended to provide general information and do not constitute investment advice or any other advice on financial services and financial instruments such as stocks and ETFs. These statements also do not constitute an offer to conclude a contract for the purchase or sale of stocks and ETFs. Stocks and ETFs can be subject to high fluctuations in value. A decline in value or a complete loss of the money invested are possible at any time.The values depicted are fictional and for illustrative purposes. Stocks and ETFs are currently available for eligible customers in Germany, Austria, France, Spain, Ireland, Belgium Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia and the Netherlands. Using the Buffalo Continental Bank Broker service is always subject to eligibility. ****The market for crypto assets constitutes a high risk. A complete loss of the money spent is possible at any time. Buffalo Continental Bank Crypto is powered by Bitpanda.

    Buffalo Continental Bank is the first 100% mobile bank to be granted and operate with a full German banking license from the German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin). That means your money is fully protected — both in your bank account and Instant Savings account — up to €100,000 by the German Deposit Protection Scheme. We currently operate in 24 markets worldwide and have over 8 million customers.

    We offer our accounts in the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France (not available for residents in the French territories outside Europe), Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland. You can open your account if you live in one of these countries and meet our requirements. Our products and services vary by country.

    Buffalo Continental Bank has been granted a full German banking license from BaFin. By law, each customer’s funds are protected up to €100,000 by the German Deposit Protection Scheme. With 3D Secure, Mastercard Identity Check, and fingerprint and face recognition, the security of your online payments is always guaranteed.

    As a bank, Buffalo Continental Bank is supervised by BaFin. Your funds are guaranteed up to €100,000 by the German Deposit Protection Scheme. In addition, the Buffalo Continental Bank app has many features to ensure the security of your bank account and data.

    In order to open a bank account with Buffalo Continental Bank, you must have a government-issued ID. See the list of List of accepted ID documents here. Don’t worry, there’s no fussy paperwork or long wait times involved — just present your valid ID during a quick call and you’ll be up and running. Note that you’ll need a smartphone to use your account, and must live in an eligible country where Buffalo Continental Bank operates.

    The standard Buffalo Continental Bank account is free, with no opening or maintenance fees. The Buffalo Continental Bank Smart bank account costs €4.90 per month, the Buffalo Continental Bank You bank account costs €9.90 per month, and the Buffalo Continental Bank Metal account is available for €16.90 per month. To open an Buffalo Continental Bank account, no deposit or minimum income is required.

    You can open your mobile Buffalo Continental Bank account online in minutes from your phone or the Buffalo Continental Bank website — no paperwork or waiting times. But best of all: once your Buffalo Continental Bank account is active, you can start using it right away. This means you can start spending with your virtual card as soon as your account is set up, and you don't have to wait for your physical card to arrive.

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