Opening a bank account for researchers

To open a bank account, you can contact the bank of your choice.

Opening a bank account is essential if you are on a long stay in France. It enables you to receive your salary, reimbursements for healthcare expenses from the French Health Insurance, or social assistance payments from the CAF (Family Allowances Fund).

You may also need a French IBAN for paying your income taxes if you receive a taxable salary or scholarship and are a resident of France.

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Documents to provide:

PLEASE NOTE this list is for information purposes only and may vary depending on the bank you choose.

Identity document (for EU citizens) or passport with valid visa (for citizens of non-EU countries)
Proof of residence (Internet bill, gas or electricity bill, housing insurance certificate, etc.).
- If you are living in someone’s home, they can provide you with a certificate of accommodation (https://www.service-public.fr/simulateur/calcul/AttestationHebergement). You will have to join a copy of their identity document and enclose a recent proof of address in their name.
- If you are staying in a temporary accommodation, only attestations from aparthotels may be accepted by certain banks. It will be accepted on condition that you then move into permanent accommodation and provide proof of your new address as soon as possible.
Any document confirming your stay in France: work contract with Unversité de Lorraine, Hosting Agreement, Research Stay Agreement etc.