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Best Savings Accounts in Spain 2026 2026

A savings account pays you interest on your balance with no lock-in or minimum term. They are the ideal complement to fixed-term deposits: while a deposit maximises yield by locking capital, a savings account offers total liquidity. APYData compares all savings accounts available to residents in Spain in real time, sorted by APY.

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Products compared
5.09%
Best APY available
2.67%
Average APY
# Entity Product APY Score Risk Liquidity View
1
Ibercaja
Cuenta Vamos 5.09% 8.5 Low Instant
2
Bankinter
Cuenta Nómina 5.00% 8.4 Low Instant
3
Klarna Bank
Klarna Bank — Depósito 2 años (Raisin) 2.56% 5.7 Low Locked
4
Bigbank
Bigbank Depósito 12 meses EUR (2,50% TAE) 2.50% 0.0 Low 12-month term
5
Banco Sabadell
Cuenta Online 2.50% 7.7 Low Instant
6
Bnext
Bnext Cuenta Remunerada (2,50% TAE 1er año) 2.50% 0.0 Medium Instant
7
Klarna Bank
Klarna Bank — Depósito 1 año (Raisin) 2.46% 5.9 Low 12-month term
8
Younited Credit
Younited Credit — Depósito 2 años (Raisin) 2.46% 5.7 Low Locked
9
Banca Progetto
Banca Progetto — Depósito 6 meses (Raisin) 2.45% 5.1 Medium 6-month term
10
Nordax Bank
Nordax Bank — Depósito 2 años (Raisin) 2.44% 5.7 Low Locked
11
SME Bank
SME Bank — Depósito 2 años (Raisin) 2.42% 5.7 Low Locked
12
Bigbank
Bigbank Cuenta de Ahorro EUR (2,40% TAE) 2.40% 0.0 Low Instant
13
Banca Progetto
Banca Progetto — Depósito 9 meses (Raisin) 2.39% 4.4 Medium Locked
14
SME Bank
SME Bank — Depósito 3 años (Raisin) 2.38% 5.7 Low Locked
15
Banca Progetto
Banca Progetto — Depósito 2 años (Raisin) 2.31% 4.4 Medium Locked
16
Bunq
Bunq — Easy Savings (EUR) 2.31% 7.7 Low Instant
17
BankB
BankB — Depósito 4 años (Raisin) 2.30% 5.7 Low Locked
18
Mano Bank
Mano Bank — Depósito 1 año (Raisin) 2.30% 5.9 Low 12-month term
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Younited Credit
Younited Credit — Depósito 1 año (Raisin) 2.30% 5.9 Low 12-month term
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BluOr Bank
BluOr Bank — Depósito 1 año (Raisin) 2.30% 5.9 Low 12-month term
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Savings account vs fixed-term deposit: which one?

Before comparing accounts, it helps to understand when a savings account makes more sense than a deposit:

Savings account Fixed-term deposit
Liquidity Instant At maturity
Typical APY (2026) 2.0–2.5% 2.5–3.5%
Commitment None 6–24 months
Best for Emergency fund, day-to-day savings Medium-term savings

The most common strategy: savings account for the emergency fund (3–6 months of expenses) and fixed-term deposit for medium-term savings you won't need. Many savers use both in parallel.

Standout accounts in 2026

Bankinter — up to 5% in the first year

The most aggressive offer on the market, conditional on payroll domiciliation. The 5% APY applies for the first 12 months on up to €5,000, with a minimum salary of €800/month. After year one, the rate drops to the standard tier. Best for those switching their main bank account, not for parking large amounts.

Sabadell Cuenta Online — 2.50% with no conditions

The best unconditional APY among major Spanish banks in 2026. No payroll requirement, no mandatory direct debits, no fees. Available fully online. Protected by the Spanish FGD up to €100,000.

Bunq Easy Savings — 2.31% with a European app

Bunq is a Dutch neobank with a full banking licence. Its Easy Savings account offers 2.31% on the available balance, with instant liquidity and EU DGS coverage up to €100,000. Particularly valued by frequent travellers.

MyInvestor vs Trade Republic

MyInvestor (2.10%) and Trade Republic (2.02%) are the two benchmarks in Spain for no-conditions savings accounts. The 8 basis point difference is minimal in absolute terms — on €50,000 it's €40/year. The choice between them depends more on the ecosystem than the APY. Read our full MyInvestor vs Trade Republic comparison.

How deposit guarantee schemes work for neobanks

Neobanks with a full banking licence have the same DGS protection as traditional banks:

  • Trade Republic — German banking licence, covered by EdB up to €100,000
  • Revolut — Lithuanian banking licence, covered by IDA up to €100,000
  • Bunq — Dutch banking licence, covered by DNB up to €100,000
  • N26 — German banking licence, covered by EdB up to €100,000

All are EU DGS funds under the same legal framework (Directive 2014/49/EU), with the same €100,000 limit. The only practical difference is the language of the claims process in case of insolvency — which hasn't occurred for any of these banks.

Promotional rates: what to watch out for

Some banks offer very high promotional rates (4–5%) for the first few months for new customers, usually conditional on payroll domiciliation or reaching a minimum balance. These rates are real but temporary. APYData shows the ordinary (unconditional) APY in the main comparison, with conditions detailed in each product's notes.

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Frequently asked questions
What is a savings account?
A savings account (cuenta remunerada in Spain) pays interest on your available balance with instant liquidity. Unlike a fixed-term deposit, you can withdraw at any time without penalty. Most accounts in Spain have no minimum balance requirement.
Are savings accounts in Spain guaranteed?
Savings accounts at EU-licensed banks are protected up to €100,000 per depositor per institution. Spanish banks fall under the FGD (Fondo de Garantía de Depósitos). Foreign neobanks like Trade Republic (German EdB) or Revolut (Lithuanian DGS) also have €100,000 coverage.
Which is the best savings account in Spain in 2026?
It depends on your needs. For the highest APY with Spanish FGD: Sabadell Cuenta Online (2.50%). For the best investment app ecosystem: Trade Republic (2.02%) or MyInvestor (2.10%). For salary account promotions: Bankinter offers up to 5% APY in the first year with payroll domiciliation.
How are savings account interest rates taxed in Spain?
Interest is taxed as capital income (rendimientos del capital mobiliario) in the IRPF, at the savings tax rate: 19% up to €6,000, 21% up to €50,000, 23% up to €200,000. Banks withhold 19% at source; the difference is adjusted in your annual tax return.