Where should I setup a bank account in Munich?

We asked expats in Munich what banks they use and there advice about banking. They advised...

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"No. When I got here as a student, I worked with the Volksbank because they had a free account for students. What I didn't realize was that I could not use this Volksbank service in any other city. It's not like in the US when, for example, you have a Wells Fargo and it is irrelevant in which Wells Fargo you go to in another city or state. I eventually switched to Postbank because of their online services and CashGroup membership," said another expat in Munich, Germany.

Where should I setup a bank account in Munich?

If you live in Munich, newcomers to Munich would love to hear your answer to this question.