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BoursoBank

BoursoBank is France's largest online bank (formerly Boursorama Banque), a subsidiary of Société Générale offering low-fee accounts and cartes bancaires.

BoursoBank operates in the French Online Banking segment.

BoursoBank: Core Facts

Entity Type
Online bank
Parent
Société Générale
Former name
Boursorama Banque (rebranded BoursoBank 2023)
Clients
8.8 million at the end of 2025
To open
French address and a first transfer from a French account in your name; customer service by chatbot and web form only
Known limits
Cheque deposits about €250 per 30 days for newer clients; €200 minimum order on the PEA (forum-reported)
IBAN
French IBAN (FR)
Prudential regulator
ACPR (Banque de France)
Deposit guarantee
FGDR, up to €100,000 per bank
Status
Active Definition
Verified

What do users say about BoursoBank?

What users praise

  • No foreign-transaction fees, payments abroad free
  • Welcome account free with no condition since February 2026
  • Strong travel insurance included
  • Fee-free currency payments and withdrawals
  • Widely considered one of the best all-round French cards
+3 more reasons users praise BoursoBank
  • Complete, highly rated banking app
  • Partner cashback offers
  • Premium features and high limits

Where users see trade-offs

  • Ultim is free only with one card payment a month, else €9
  • No phone line: chatbot and web form only

How BoursoBank compares

BoursoBank is NOT the same as its parent Société Générale, nor the same as neobanks like N26, Revolut, or Nickel. BoursoBank is a full French bank with a banking licence and a French IBAN, unlike app-only neobanks that may use a foreign IBAN.

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BoursoBank: Frequently Asked Questions

What is BoursoBank?

BoursoBank is France's largest online bank, owned by Société Générale. BoursoBank offers low-fee current accounts, cartes bancaires, and a French IBAN.

Is BoursoBank a real bank?

Yes. BoursoBank holds a full French banking licence, is supervised by the ACPR, and deposits are covered by the FGDR up to €100,000.

Is BoursoBank the same as a neobank?

BoursoBank is a licensed French bank with a French IBAN, unlike app-only neobanks such as Revolut or N26, which may operate on a foreign IBAN.

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