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Monzo 101

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Monzo 101
How We Protect You
29 June 2021

Is Monzo safe?

Your money's safe with Monzo, and more than 7 million people across the UK trust Monzo and use us to manage their money.

Monzo 101
1 February 2019

How to use Monzo to split bills

Going Dutch on dinner or doing the shared shop for your flat? Use Monzo to get people to pay you back easily.

Monzo 101
16 January 2019

How Monzo helps you plan ahead

You can now see all your upcoming payments in Monzo. Here's how you can always stay one step ahead of your finances.

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Monzo 101
Current Account Guides
22 September 2020

What is FSCS protection?

Up to £85,000 of the money in your Monzo account is protected by the government. Find out what FSCS protection is and how it can help you.

Monzo 101
Current Account Guides
5 September 2018

How to get a bank statement from Monzo

You can download bank statements for any month from the Monzo app!

Monzo 101
4 September 2018

How to get your salary paid into your Monzo account

There are a few ways to add money to your Monzo account, including getting your salary paid straight in.

Monzo 101
3 September 2018

Is Monzo free?

Yes! Opening a Monzo account is free, and you don’t have to pay for your hot coral Monzo card. We won’t charge you for spending with your card or withdrawing cash in the UK, and it’s free to spend with your card abroad.

Monzo 101
23 August 2018

The 7-Day Switch! What happens when you switch to Monzo?

Switching bank accounts can seem like a hassle, but the Current Account Switch Service makes it easy! Switching to Monzo only takes seven days – here’s what happens on each one.

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Monzo 101
21 August 2018

How to budget with Monzo

Budgeting apps can take the painful admin out of setting and sticking to a budget. You can use the Monzo app to plan and track your spending, so you can manage your money better.

Monzo 101
16 August 2018

How to automate your financial life with Monzo

Wouldn’t it be good if your money managed itself? Here are four ways you can use Monzo to automate your finances.

Monzo 101
15 August 2018

How to manage your bills with Monzo

Using Monzo to manage your bills is easy. Here are five ways we can help you keep track of your bills and other regular payments.

Monzo 101
22 June 2018

Why doesn’t Monzo have branches?

We believe we can give you everything you need from a bank, without branches. Pay in cheques and cash, withdraw large amounts of cash and make big bank transfers, all from your phone.

Monzo 101
8 June 2018

How do I add money to my Monzo account?

Add money to your Monzo account by making a bank transfer, setting up a standing order, or getting your salary paid straight in.

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Monzo 101
7 June 2018

Is Monzo a bank?

Yes! Monzo is a fully-licenced UK bank. That means we’re regulated by the FCA and the PRA and the money in your Monzo account’s protected up to £85,000.

Monzo 101
19 November 2019

Mastercard exchange rate - What's the rate on Monzo?

When you make payments abroad using Monzo, we pass on the Mastercard exchange rate directly to you, without any markups.