Online banking
For many expatriates one of the key concerns when moving to, or moving between countries, is how to best control, manage and protect their money. With the advances in technology providing more flexible online banking, Expat Money spoke with Damian Hitchen, Regional Sales Director from Swissquote Bank, in their DIFC offices to learn more:
Who are Swissquote?
“Swissquote are Switzerland’s largest, and one of the largest online Banks in Europe. We have recently opened in DIFC to serve the expatriate community in the GCC via our unique online and offshore banking and investment platform. We are listed on the Swiss stock exchange with all the safety and comfort associated with Swiss banking.”
What makes Swissquote different?
“We are a purely online bank, with a passion for providing market-leading services, all at the click of a mouse. Being an online bank means that we do not carry the normal costs of most banks meaning we can pass on the savings to our clients via cost-effective solutions. Our ‘Expat Account’ is designed by long-term expatriates, for long-term expatriates; built based on over 20 years of understanding of expatriates banking needs in multiple locations and packaged into 1 user-friendly, accessible anytime – anywhere platform.”
What are the key benefits & features: