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Banque de France – right to a bank account
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If a bank refuses to open an account for you, the Banque de France designates a bank that must open one with free basic services. You apply online in your personal space, at a Banque de France branch or by post, with the refusal letter and your documents.
droit au compte Banque de France compte bancaire refus basic bank account
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Last checked by our editors on 5 Oct 2026. Opening hours, appointments and fees change — please confirm on the official website before you go.
- Service-Public.fr (DILA, Premier ministre)Official sourceRefus d'ouverture de compte bancaire – droit au compte
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