How to open a Revolut account in France: procedures, documents, and account types

Wondering how to open a Revolut account while living in France? In this guide, you’ll find everything you need to know — the sign-up process, required documents, and the different types of Revolut accounts (including joint, investment, and teen accounts).

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How to open a Revolut account online

To be eligible for a personal Revolut account, you must be at least 18 years old and live in an eligible country.
If you have an address in France, Belgium, or another EEA country, you can open an account easily.

Revolut also offers a version for young users aged 6–17 — Revolut < 18 — which must be supervised by a parent or guardian. You’ll find more about it later in this article.

1. Download the Revolut app

Go to Google Play (for Android devices) or the App Store (for iPhones/iPads), and download the Revolut app.

Alternatively, visit the Revolut website and click Sign up. Enter your mobile number to receive a download link by SMS.

2. Fill in the registration form

Once installed, open the app and follow the on-screen steps. You’ll be asked to transfer money from an existing account in your name, but you can do this later when you order your card.

Enter the required details:

• Full name (as shown on your ID)
• Country of residence — you must have an address in an eligible country (EEA, Switzerland, Australia, USA, Japan, Singapore)
• Postal address — this is where your card will be sent
• Date of birth
• Email address (you’ll need to verify it via a confirmation link)

3. Verify your identity

Identity verification is a mandatory step. You’ll need to:

• Upload a photo of an ID document — passport, national ID card, or visa (a residence permit may also be accepted depending on your country).
• Take a selfie to confirm your identity.

Once verified, your Revolut account is ready to use.

4. Order your card

To order a physical Revolut card:¹

1. Open the Home screen.
2. Tap the Cards icon (top right).
3. Tap Add to start the order.
4. Choose your preferred card type (Debit, Business, Joint, or < 18).
5. Select Physical card and follow the instructions.

You can also create a free virtual card immediately to shop online while waiting for your physical card to arrive.¹

How to open a joint Revolut account

Joint accounts are available to users who already have a personal Revolut account.

Log into the app, open the account manager, and tap Add → Joint account.

Follow the on-screen instructions. The account becomes active once your co-holder accepts the invitation.

A joint account can only have two holders and cannot be converted from an existing personal account.¹

Conditions to open a joint account

Both applicants must:¹

• Be at least 18 years old
• Have a verified Revolut personal account
• Reside in the same country
• Not already hold (or be invited to) another joint account
• Belong to the same Revolut entity (e.g., Revolut Bank UAB)
• Have each other saved as contacts in the app

If these conditions aren’t met, Revolut won’t allow you to open a joint account.

How to open an investment account on Revolut

To access investment services (stocks, crypto, etc.), you must:¹

• Be 18 or older
• Have a valid government-issued ID
• Provide a tax identification number (NIF) for your country of residence
• Use the latest version of the Revolut app

Go to the Invest tab and tap Get started. Revolut may request additional documents before approval, typically within 48 hours.

Investment accounts are available across all Revolut plans.

How to open a Revolut < 18 account (for kids & teens)

If the teen is 15 or older

Teens aged 15+ can open a Revolut < 18 account themselves with parental consent.

They just need to download the Revolut < 18 app and complete the application.²

The parent or guardian will receive a notification to approve the account. Once approved, the teen can order their Revolut < 18 card and even personalise it.

If the teen is under 15

For children under 15, the parent or guardian must open the account directly from their Revolut app.²

Note: payments to or from a Revolut < 18 account are not allowed for users under 15 years old.

Benefits of the Revolut < 18 account for parents

Revolut < 18 offers freedom for young users and peace of mind for parents:

• The card cannot be used for gambling, tobacco, or alcohol purchases.
• Parents can freeze or unfreeze the card instantly.
• Real-time notifications are sent for each transaction.

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This article is a translation of the original article published in French and was translated within 365 days of publication. While the content has been translated for accessibility, the data and sources referenced have not been updated since the original publication date.