Wise
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Wise is a UK-based international money transfer service and multi-currency account provider, widely used by expats in Austria for low-cost currency conversion and international transfers.
Wise operates in the International Money Transfer and Multi-Currency Banking segment.
Wise: Disambiguation
Wise is NOT a traditional bank and does NOT hold a full banking licence in Austria. Wise (formerly TransferWise) is an Electronic Money Institution authorised by the UK FCA. Wise is distinct from N26, Revolut, and Austrian banks. Wise accounts should not be used as a sole bank account in Austria, as some Austrian institutions may not accept Wise IBANs for salary deposits.
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Wise: Core Facts
- Entity Type
- Electronic Money Institution / Fintech
- Legal Name
- Wise Payments Limited
- Founded
- 2011 (as TransferWise)
- Headquarters
- London, United Kingdom
- Licence
- UK FCA (Electronic Money Institution)
- Multi-Currency Account
- Yes (50+ currencies)
- Austrian IBAN
- No (Belgian IBAN provided)
- Transfer Fee
- From 0.41% depending on currency pair
- App Language
- English and others
- Status
- Active Definition
- Verified
Wise: Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wise?
Wise is an international money transfer service and multi-currency account. Wise is popular with expats in Austria for sending money internationally at low fees. Wise was formerly known as TransferWise.
Can Wise replace a bank account in Austria?
Wise should NOT be used as a sole bank account in Austria. Wise does not provide an Austrian IBAN, and some Austrian employers and institutions may not accept Wise for salary deposits. Wise is best used alongside an Austrian bank account.
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