Bunq is a Dutch neobank positioning itself as 'the bank of the free', focusing on sustainability, digital nomads, and European expats.
Bunq enjoys strong customer approval (4.2/5 across 91k ratings) underpinned by accelerating positive sentiment—NeoBase jumped 16.8 points to 79/100 this week. Media coverage clusters around aggressive geographic expansion (Mexico licensing push) and crypto trading momentum (€100m milestone), signalling investor and press confidence in growth trajectory. Customer satisfaction and headline optimism align closely, with no material sentiment divergence detected.
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our score · updated weeklyWhere Bunq operates
29 marketsRatings across platforms
★ 4.2 avg · 91K ratings · 3 platformsRating distribution
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In the media
brand coveragebunq Surpasses €100m Traded in First Year of Offering Crypto
ffnews.com · 2w ago
The mobile bank also marked 1 year since the launch of bunq Crypto in April 2025, surpassing €100 million across half a million trades. As one...
Dutch Neobank Bunq Eyes Mexican Market
gfmag.com · 1mo ago
Dutch neobank Bunq joins a crowded field of fintechs racing to bank Mexico's expats and underserved populations.
Bunq Accelerates Global Expansion With Mexican Banking License Bid
www.pymnts.com · 2mo ago
European neobank Bunq filed for a Mexican banking license, saying it aims to serve the growing number of global citizens there.
Bunq applies for Mexican banking license
www.finextra.com · 2mo ago
Bunq, the European neobank for "global citizens", has applied for a Mexican banking license.
Bunq applies for Mexican banking licence in latest North American push
www.fintechfutures.com · 2mo ago
Operating across more than 30 European markets, Bunq's Mexican application extends its North American expansion strategy. The bank filed for a...
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LinkedIn & FacebookWhat people are saying
SampleMixed feelings on Bunq lately — love the product, but the latest update changed a flow I relied on.
Mixed feelings on Bunq lately — love the product, but the latest update changed a flow I relied on.
Mixed feelings on Bunq lately — love the product, but the latest update changed a flow I relied on.
Been using Bunq for 6 months now — the app just works. Transfers land instantly and support actually replies.
If you're comparing neobanks in 2026, Bunq keeps coming up in every conversation I have.
Company
About Bunq
Founded in 2012 by Ali Niknam, self-funded with €98M. Received Dutch banking licence in 2014 — first new EU licence in 35+ years. Became profitable in 2022.
Frequently asked questions
Who is bunq designed for?
bunq is especially popular among digital nomads, expats and freelancers working across multiple EU countries. It offers multi-currency accounts, IBANs from several countries (NL, DE, FR, ES, IT) and an Easy Travel mode that auto-adjusts settings when you travel.
How much do bunq plans cost?
bunq offers: Easy Bank (€3.99/mo), Easy Bank Pro (€9.99/mo) and Easy Bank Pro XL (€17.99/mo). Every plan includes a physical card, multi-country EEA IBANs and fee-free payments within the EEA. Pro adds metal cards, cashback and higher limits.
How many sub-accounts can I have with bunq?
On the Pro plan you can have up to 25 sub-accounts in different currencies, each with its own IBAN — ideal for budgeting. Keep rent, groceries and savings in completely separate accounts with real IBANs.
How do bunq Savings Goals work?
Savings Goals are sub-accounts with a visual progress tracker. Set a goal, a target date and bunq calculates a monthly saving amount. Automatic transfers can be triggered after each incoming payment.
Is bunq available outside the EU?
bunq is available across the EU/EEA but not in the US, UK (post-Brexit) or non-EEA countries. All account holders must be EEA residents. Support is available in English and several European languages.
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