Monzo Blog
The latest updates, stories, ideas and guides from the Monzo team.
All the reasons you should get Monzo as an international student
Firstly, you can open a bank account before you even arrive!
Money in Love: Will & Max
Through stories from real-life relationships, we’re tackling the taboo around couples and their cash.
Our 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.
What do I need to set up a Monzo account?
You'll need your phone, your ID, and a few minutes to sign up!
We'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!
14 of our favourite features that will help you get the most out of Monzo
From easily splitting bills to automatically saving your spare change, here's our list of great ways to use Monzo!
What 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.
How to avoid paying more when you get out cash on holiday
When you’re abroad, don’t let a shop or ATM do the currency conversion for you!
How do I get a Monzo account?
Download the app to get started!
Meet the Saving Squad: Bekki
We chatted to super-saver Bekki about how she's used Monzo on her saving journey.
Money in Love: “My ex racked up £6,000 of debt in my name”
After they split, 26-year-old Georgia discovered her ex had maxed out multiple credit cards, all in her name. She shares how she tackled the debt with help from her new partner, Luke.
What is the August No Spend Challenge and how can you start it?
The goal of the challenge is to rein in spending on things you don’t really need this August.
How we experiment at Monzo
Making big decisions is hard. So at Monzo, we test our ideas out whenever we can. Here's how that works!
How to reclaim mis-sold PPI for free
The deadline to claim compensation is 29th August 2019. If you borrowed money in the nineties and noughties, consider making a claim.
The ‘pink’ bank card you keep seeing? What it is and how to get one
It’s a Monzo debit card!
