Monzo Blog
The latest updates, stories, ideas and guides from the Monzo team.
Monzo 101Is Monzo safe?
Lots of you have been going to Google to ask if Monzo’s legit. To help you decide, we’ve explained what we do to protect you and your money when you choose to bank with us.
How Money WorksAll the reasons you should get Monzo as an international student
Firstly, you can open a bank account before you even arrive!
Product UpdatesLoans, the Monzo way
If you’re eligible, you can now borrow between £200 and £15,000 from Monzo for up to 60 months 💰
Money in LoveMoney in Love: Will & Max
Through stories from real-life relationships, we’re tackling the taboo around couples and their cash.
How I Use MonzoHow to open a UK bank account if you're an international student without proof of address
You can open a current account with Monzo, even if you don’t have proof of address.
No Barriers to BankingOur lending principles
As part of our commitment to being a responsible lender, we follow 5 principles. This is our promise to you, and shows what you can expect if you borrow money from Monzo.
Monzo HQWe had issues with Monzo on 29th July. Here's what happened, and what we did to fix it.
Something went wrong doing an systems upgrade, affecting all Monzo services. To fix it, we're changing how we do upgrades and store data.
Product UpdatesWe've added new interest rates for Savings Pots!
We’re now offering up to 1.81%* (AER/Gross) on Fixed Savings Pots and 1.15%* (AER/Gross variable) on Easy Access Savings Pots – the highest rates for Monzo Savings Pots so far!
Monzo 10115 ways to get more out of Monzo
From easily splitting bills to automatically saving your spare change, here's our list of great ways to use Monzo!
Monzo 101What do I need to set up a Monzo account?
You'll need your phone, your ID, and a few minutes to sign up!
How Money WorksWhat is a P45, P60 and P11D form and why might I need one?
Working? You may receive a P60, P45 or P11D from your employer. Find out why you need these forms and how to get them.
How Money WorksHow to open a UK bank account
Here’s how to open a bank account in the United Kingdom. Opening a bank account with Monzo takes minutes, and you don't need to provide proof of address.
How Money WorksWhat is a regular savings account?
With a regular savings account you commit to paying a set amount every month whilst getting a higher interest rate than you'd get with a current account.
