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Lisbon · Bank accounts

ActivoBank

The expat default. Free and simple

We recommend

€0/mo

no maintenance fees

Best for: Most newcomers. Open in one branch visit, free forever.

Monthly fee

€0

Opening

In branch, ~45 min

Docs

NIF + passport + address

App

Good, full English

Card

Free debit

no fees
English-speaking staff in central branches
MB Way works out of the box
×Few branches. Mostly in malls
×Needs proof of address

From the Bank accounts comparison in Lisbon. Prices checked June 2026.

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