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Ellis.
Banking Designed for International Students.
The first bank account and debit card designed for international students – with zero fees, mobile banking, and tons of benefits.
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Ellis is a financial technology company and is not a bank. Banking services provided by Blue Ridge Bank N.A.; Member FDIC.
Trusted by international students attending schools like
zero fees
Never pay hidden bank fees.
No monthly maintenance fees or minimum balance
No international wire transfer fees
Save over
$300/year
in hidden bank fees
easy sign up
Get started in minutes.
Sign up online with a passport and I-20 form – even before arriving in the US.
Start spending immediately with a virtual debit card.
Get a physical card shipped to you when you need it.
pay friends
Send and receive money from friends
Pay friends instantly, Ellis members or not. They claim funds to their bank account, instantly and fee-free. No extra apps needed.
And more...
Open an account before arriving in the US.
Start spending immediately with a virtual debit card.
Bank level security.
FDIC insured up to $250,000.
Unlimited quick bank transfers.
No foreign transaction fees.
No international wire transfer fees.
No SSN required.
Unlimited free in-network ATM withdraws.
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Built for international students, by international students. Join our waitlist to get early access.
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