Portugal Bank Account Opening

This page compares 5 accounts available in Portugal, listing minimum deposit, monthly fee, how to apply and non-resident eligibility one by one: 1 can be opened fully online, 0 explicitly accept non-residents, 5 have no minimum deposit. Click any account for the full document checklist, pros and cons and common rejection reasons.

Data updated 2026-10-01 · compiled from published bank terms

Full comparison5 accounts

AccountRegionTypeMinimum depositMonthly feeHow to applyNon-residentsRating
Moey! Portugal Digital Bank 无首存要求 免月费 Online Conditional ★ 4
ActivoBank Portugal Digital Bank 无首存要求 免月费 Remote or in person Conditional ★ 4
Novo Banco Portugal Traditional Bank 无首存要求 约 0–5 欧/月 Must visit Conditional ★ 3.5
Caixa Geral de Depósitos Portugal Traditional Bank 无首存要求 约 0–5 欧/月 Must visit Conditional ★ 3.4
Millennium BCP Portugal Traditional Bank 无首存要求 约 0–6 欧/月 Remote or in person Conditional ★ 3.4

FAQ

Can non-residents open a bank account in Portugal?

None of the 5 accounts on this page is open to non-residents without conditions, but 5 accept foreigners who meet extra requirements (Caixa Geral de Depósitos, Millennium BCP, Novo Banco) — typically a valid visa or residence permit, and usually an in-branch visit. See each account page for details.

Do I have to visit Portugal in person to open an account?

Not necessarily. 1 of the 5 accounts can be opened fully online (Moey!), with no branch visit; the remaining 4 still require a branch visit or an appointment. Online opening depends on whether your documents pass automated checks.

How much money do I need to open an account in Portugal?

Minimums vary widely — see the "Minimum deposit" column. 5 account(s) have no minimum deposit, so you need not fund on day one. Also watch the minimum balance and monthly fee; dormant accounts can incur charges.

How long does it take to open an account in Portugal?

It depends on the account: online accounts are usually approved within minutes to a few working days, while branch or manually reviewed accounts typically take 1 to 3 weeks. The "How to apply" column shows the channel for each account, and timings are on the individual pages.