Open a student account
Free bank account for students
- A free bank account with debit card
- Google Pay, Apple Pay and OVpay
- Open in 5 minutes via your mobile
The account that meets all your needs
Moving to the Netherlands can be very exciting. A new environment and new class mates. And of course it takes time to settle in. But no worries about your banking. Our student account is free of charge and you can open the account via the ABN AMRO app. In just 5 minutes!
Still a minor? Please contact us by telephone.
How it works
You can open the account yourself on your mobile. Opening an account and providing proof of identity in the form of any Dutch ID or an international passport can be done entirely online. No need to visit your branch to sign any papers.
If you are a US student, please arrange an appointment via 0900 - 00 24 (normal call rates apply).

Information and conditions
What's a Student Package?
The Student Package contains everything you need to do your banking: a bank account, debit card, Internet Banking and Banking with the ABN AMRO app.
Who is it for?
The Student Package is for students aged 16 to 30 who receive their student loan, vocational/work compensation or study allowance in their ABN AMRO Student Account (Studentenrekening). You will need a registered address in the Netherlands.
Still a minor? Please contact us by telephone.
What's in it for you?
The Student Package consists of:
- a student account for your daily banking transactions;
- a debit card for payment terminals and ATMs;
- access to Internet Banking and the ABN AMRO app;
- the ability to withdraw cash from ATMs worldwide.
Fees
The Student Package is free of charge for international students. View all payment fees in 1 overview.
What else can you get?
- A free savings account.
- Additional insurance policies tailored to your needs as a student.
Deposit insurance scheme
The current account provided by the Student Package is covered by the deposit insurance scheme. This means that you can be sure that you will get your money back if we are no longer able to meet our obligations. For more information, please visit abnamro.nl/garantiestelsel.
Terms and conditions
In the event of any discrepancy between the Dutch original and this translation, the Dutch text will prevail.
ABN AMRO has the right payment package for you
Easy come, easy go
Want to check your current balance, deposit some money or block your debit card? With the ABN AMRO app you can do all that and more while on the go!
Choose your own PIN number
Choose a trusty PIN number you can easily remember and gain access to your account without trouble.
Safety first
Always handle your banking affairs in a safe manner. Use the ABN AMRO app, Internet Banking or visit a local ABN AMRO branch.
This is how you stay in control
Student Insurance
per month
€ 4,50
- Personal liability insurance
- Home contents insurance
- Submit claims online, over the phone or in writing
ABN AMRO Student Credit Card
per month
€ 1,16
- Secure payments anywhere in the world
- Convenient when travelling
- Purchases insured for 180 days against theft, loss and damage
Direct Savings
interest
1,25%- Open and manage your account online
- Flexible savings account
- 24/7 access to your savings