Europe: online banking penetration by country 2023

Online banking penetration has seen significant growth across Europe, with Scandinavian countries leading the way in 2023. Norway had the highest internet banking penetration rate among the observed European countries, boasting an impressive 96.85 percent. Close behind, Denmark recorded a penetration rate of 96.22 percent, reflecting the strong digital infrastructure and tech-savvy populations of these nations. The Netherlands followed in third place with a 95.13 percent penetration rate, showcasing a widespread adoption of online banking services. These high penetration rates underscore the increasing preference for digital banking solutions, driven by convenience, advanced technology, and the push towards a more cashless society in Europe.

Digital banks on the rise

The emergence of digital banks has marked a significant shift in the banking landscape, with these institutions rapidly gaining momentum worldwide. Some of the largest digital banks in the world now boast over 100 million users, showcasing the widespread adoption of digital banking services. Particularly in Europe, leading digital banks like Revolut have experienced exponential growth in recent years, rapidly expanding their customer bases. The UK-based neobank has been on a trajectory of rapid expansion, reaching 40 million users in March 2024.

Attitude towards digital banks in the U.S.

Opinions on digital banks in the U.S. vary widely within the banking industry, with a growing number of bank executives viewing them as a significant threat to traditional banking models. The rapid rise of digital banks has prompted concerns about market disruption and competition, as these agile fintech players offer innovative solutions and attract a sizable customer base. In the U.S., awareness, popularity, and usage of leading neobanking and neobrokerage apps have steadily increased, underscoring the shifting preferences of consumers towards digital financial services. As digital banks continue to gain traction and reshape the industry landscape, traditional financial institutions are facing pressure to adapt and innovate to remain competitive in the evolving market.

Penetration rate of online banking in Europe in 2023, by country

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Release date

February 2024

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Region

Europe

Survey time period

2023

Age group

16 to 74 years

Supplementary notes

*2022 data.

The EU survey on the use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in households and by individuals is an annual survey conducted since 2002 aiming at collecting and disseminating harmonized and comparable information on the use of ICT in households and by individuals.

Data presented in this domain are collected on a yearly basis by the National Statistical Institutes and are based on Eurostat's annual model questionnaire. This questionnaire is updated each year to reflect the evolving situation of information and communication technologies.

Indicators from this survey are used for benchmarking purposes and in particular, this survey supports measuring the implementation of one of the six priorities for the period 2019-2024 of the von der Leyen European Commission – A Europe fit for the digital age. The strategy is built on three pillars: (1) Technology that works for the people; (2) A fair and competitive digital economy; (3) An open, democratic and sustainable society. Furthermore, it facilitates monitoring of the EU’s digital targets for 2030 set by the Digital Compass for the EU's Digital Decade, evolving around four cardinal points: skills, digital transformation of businesses, secure and sustainable digital infrastructures, and digitalization of public services.

Data on the use of ICT are also used in the Consumer Conditions Scoreboard (purchases over the Internet) and in the Employment Guidelines (e-skills of individuals).

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