Thursday, October 9, 2025

Brunssum: Opening a Bank Account in the Netherlands for Internationals

 

There will be many factors that influence your decision when looking to open a Dutch bank account, from the bank’s accessibility in English to special features.

For information on what to consider when choosing a bank account; online accounts, traditional banks and pros and cons for each, visit:

https://dutchreview.com/expat/best-banks-expats-netherlands/

If you're looking for some banking options the below are available in the Netherlands:

  • ABN AMRO
  • Bunq
  • ING
  • N26
  • Revolut
For those with an ABN AMRO bank account please note: if you do not open your bank account as instructed below you maybe liable to pay Dutch tax.

This is how to open a ABN AMRO Bank being part of NATO:

Make an appointment in Maastricht.
The appointment can easily be made via their appointment desk (the call holders will talk English)
Telephone: +31 (0)20 343 4422
Email: appointment@nl.abna.com

To open a bank account, the following documents are required for the appointment:
• NATO ID Card
• Passport
• Employment contract for NATO (this is issued at your arrival appointment)
• Address verification (Issued at your arriva appointment)
• BSN or RNI number* you can get this via the town hall - Home | Gemeente Heerlen

Information provided by Brunssum HIVE.