We're the bank of The Free
Made to break through banking and challenge the status quo.
Our milestones
Explore some of our most special moments.
March 2012
Our story begins
In the wake of the economic crisis, a group of ambitious innovators set out to radically change the banking industry. Recognized for our entrepreneurial spirit, we became the first bank in 35 years to receive a European banking license.
November 2015
Public launch
After years of hard work setting up the infrastructure, building and testing our mobile app, we finally released bunq to the general public. We were met with shock, praise, and excitement for the future.
October 2019
Expansion across EU
Having initially expanded into selected European countries, we decided to open our doors to all markets in the European Union. And we weren’t stopping there...
July 2021
bunq is a unicorn
We successfully completed the largest ever Series A round made by a European fintech. With a €193 million investment that led to a valuation of €1.6 billion, we welcomed our first investing partner, Pollen Street Capital. We’re here to stay!
December 2022
First profitable EU neobank
We achieved another milestone by becoming the first profitable EU neobank. This wasn't just a win for us; it was a win for user-centric, sustainable banking.
July 2023
U.S. market bid
Expanding our vision globally, we announced our bid to enter the U.S. market by applying for a banking license. The first global neobank for digital nomads was no longer a dream but a plan set into motion.
