In Germany, even for a „Basiskonto“, a very basic bank account with very limited functionalities, you need proof of ID (temporary residence permission, temporary suspension of deportation, passport, identity card). This makes getting an account impossible for people without papers, and offers only a limited account for people without the proper papers.
Step 1: Team Up!
Team up to share access to a bank account (Make sure you are able to present yourself as the gender implied by the name on the card!)
Step 2: Discuss
Discuss how you want to share the account (Important: Do you want to share the money or just the access to a bank account?)
Step 3: Practice
Practice the signature on the card!
Step 4: Go Shopping!
[image: Eric Ray]