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Monzo Bank Europe Designated Activity Company, trading as Monzo, is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. Monzo Bank Europe Designated Activity Company is a private company limited by shares registered in Ireland (registration no. 770591). Registered office: Unit 1 - Floor 4, One Central Plaza Dame Street Dublin 2 D02 K7K5, Ireland.

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