Money & payments

Money & payments in France — what locals actually use

Banking and money apps

8 picksUpdated May 4, 2026

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Tools locals use

Apps, websites and services we've vetted for money & payments in France.

Tools locals use

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Lydia

A popular French mobile payment app for instant peer-to-peer transfers and online payments, often used to split bills among friends.

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Revolut

Revolut, primarily a financial super app, also offers eSIM plans, integrated within its banking services.

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Western Union

Another major global player for international money transfers, offering services for sending and receiving funds.

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N26

A mobile-first bank offering easy and modern banking solutions.

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Wise (formerly TransferWise)

A global technology company that facilitates international money transfers and offers insights on corporate taxation.

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XE Money Transfer

International money transfers and currency conversion.

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Remitly

An online remittance service specializing in secure and fast international money transfers, with options.

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PayPal

A widely used online payment system for secure purchases and sending money.

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Lydia

Revolut

Western Union

N26

Wise (formerly TransferWise)

XE Money Transfer

Remitly

PayPal

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