OPENING A REVOLUT ACCOUNT

To open a Revolut account in Europe, you generally need to meet the following requirements:
General requirements
    •    Minimum age of 18: A personal Revolut account can only be opened by people over 18   . (A special account for children and teens aged 6 to 17 is available only under parental management and does not offer full features)  .                     

•    Legal residence in one of the supported countries: To open an account, you must be a legal resident of a country in the European Economic Area (EEA), or of a country such as Switzerland, the United Kingdom, the United States, Australia, Singapore, Japan, and some others .
    •    Access to a mobile phone and the internet: You need a smartphone (iOS or Android), a valid mobile phone number, and an internet connection to receive the verification code . 

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Documents and information required for registration
    1.    A valid mobile phone number: to receive the app download link and verify your account  .
    3.    Personal information: including your full name, date of birth, city of residence, nationality, and exact address .
    4.    A valid ID document: a passport, national ID card, driver's license, or residence permit is accepted .
    5.    A selfie or video for identity verification: to confirm your identity.
    6.    Other documents about your source of income or intended use of the account may be requested: these questions usually do not affect your eligibility .

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Steps to open an account (according to the official guide as of July 2025)
    1.    Download the Revolut app, or get the link via SMS or email  .
    3.    Set a passcode (a 4-digit code) to secure your account .
    4.    Fill in your personal information, including your name, date of birth, address, email, and country of residence .
    6.    Choose your account type (the free Standard plan or paid plans such as Plus, Premium, Metal, and Ultra)  .
    7.    (Optional) Add funds to your account by bank transfer or card to activate certain features .

Additional useful notes
    •    All Revolut services are provided digitally, and the account opening process is usually completed in under 10 minutes .
    •    The bank accounts are licensed in Lithuania, and users' deposits are covered by European deposit insurance up to €100,000.
    •    You can create only one personal account, even if you want to open another in a different country.
    •    Residents of non-EEA or sanctioned countries cannot open an account directly and need an intermediary or proof of legal residence  .
    •    Some users have reported that even with legal residence, certain features, such as opening a joint account or using specific financial tools, may be subject to restrictions  .

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Summary (in table format):

Requirement or document    Details
Minimum age of 18    Personal accounts are for adults only
Legal residence    In the EEA or a supported country
Phone, mobile number, email    For registration and two-step verification
Valid ID document    Passport, national ID card, driver's license, or residence permit
Selfie or identity verification video    To match your face to your ID document
Personal information    Name, date of birth, nationality, address, etc.
One personal account allowed    Only one personal account may be created
Deposit insurance up to €100K    Under EU regulations for most countries
Some restrictions may apply    Depending on nationality or type of residence