Our verdict
Should you get paid through Revolut?
Use Revolut if you live in one of its countries and want a phone-first account to hold several currencies and spend with a card. Skip it if you live elsewhere: it only opens accounts for residents of a limited list of countries.
Good for
- Remote workers living in supported countries
- People spending abroad often
Not for
- Anyone outside supported countries
- Platforms that only pay via Payoneer
At a glance
Fees, countries and cards
Rough cost on $1,000
- Receiving
- Free local transfers; international wires may cost
- Converting
- Free up to a plan limit on weekdays, then a fee; extra markup on weekends
- Account details
- Local IBAN/account; other currencies vary
- Countries
- Residents of supported countries only
- Card
- Debit card included
- Who pays into it
- Direct deposit, Wise transfers, most bank payouts
- Who can join
- Residents of supported countries, mainly Europe, the UK and a few others
- Converting
- Free up to a monthly limit on the standard plan, then a fair-usage fee; weekends cost more
Fees change often and depend on your country and plan. Treat these as rough guides and check the provider's own fee page before you sign up.
Step by step
From sign-up to money in your bank
- 1
Download the app
Sign up with a phone number and proof of residence.
- 2
Verify
ID check, usually quick.
- 3
Share your details
Use your local account details for payouts.
- 4
Hold or convert
Keep currencies side by side and convert when the rate suits you.
Costs & catches
What to watch out for
Avoid converting at weekends; a markup applies.
Your free conversion limit depends on your plan.
Not available in most of Africa, Asia, Latin America or the Middle East.
Alternatives
Pair it with a backup
FAQ
Common questions
Can I open Revolut if I live outside Europe?+
Only if your country of residence is on its supported list. Otherwise use Wise or Payoneer.