Bank account

Students requiring an entry visa will be guided through the bank account application process by the University of Twente before arrival. If the University of Twente did not arrange your visa or if you do not start in February or September, please follow the procedure for non-visa students.

Students who will live in the Netherlands for a long period are advised to open a Dutch bank account for the following reasons:

• if you want to pay your tuition fee in monthly installments it can only be withdrawn from a IBAN number
• you will be able to pay little amounts with your bank card at the university e.g. copying in library
• to pay traintickets

You are free to choose a bank account in the Netherlands, but with ABN/AMRO, the processing time will be quick since a BSN is not needed. Opening a bank account at ABN AMRO is free of charge, whereas the monthly service fee is €3,35.

If you have registered at the municipality and you received a BSN, you can also open an account at a different bank.

Once your status in Studielink, under My Study Programmes, is "enrolled", please visit the Student Services desk to request a proof of enrolment. You don't need to ask for a proof of enrolment when you have already received your student card.

With your student card or proof of enrolment, go to the ABN/AMRO bank shop opposite the central train station in Enschede. Also bring your passport or identity card. If a bank officer is available, an account will be opened for you right away. During this process, the bank officer will explain to you how you will receive your debit card and how to activate the account. If a bank officer is not available, an appointment will be made with you.

Inform ABN/AMRO of your BSN (Burger Service Number) as soon as you have received the number by regular post. Mention your surname, bank account number and BSN.

When you leave the Netherlands at the end of your course you must go to the bank and cancel the account.