Can I sign up in Japan yet?

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Can I sign up in Japan yet? It seems Monzo is not available in Japan despite many net users stating it is. I tried creating an account - I am in Japan - but informed unavailable in Japan :frowning:

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Monzo is for UK/US residents only.

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ok… thanks.

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I’m curious where you are reading that Monzo is available in Japan?

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You may be reading that the cards work in Japan, not that you can set up an account if you live in Japan.

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yes… that seems to be the situation.

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Revolut is or was available for Japan residents. please check if that one helps you.

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Thank you but it seems michaelw90 is correct. Yes, the cards work in Japan but I cannot set up an account in Japan. I am a resident of Japan but could not sign up. I will be returning to UK shortly so will try again in future.

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You’re only eligible if you’re permanent resident of the UK, not visiting.

Revolut would otherwise be suitable as I believe they launched in Japan.

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Thank you. I am a Brit currently working in Japan. Revolut seems to be an option :+1:

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We are visiting Japan in 10 days. Can i use my Monzo card there. I want yo put my holiday money on it but dont want to if i cant use the card around the country

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Thank you kindly for the information about Monzo and Japan.

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Thank you. Thats very disappointing though

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However some people are saying you can use the mozo card in Japan, you just cant set up a new card, so i guess ill tske it, pop a small amount on it & try when i get there. I can then transfer more money onto it if it works!

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It works anywhere that accepts MasterCard (except TUI lol) but you need to not think of it as putting money on a card. You’re depositing it in a bank account.

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OK.thanks a lot x