Questions about France

[noelscot]

My sister-in-law is from Russia. She lives in France. I'm helping her set up a bank account, etc.

Suggestions for a bank with low fees?

Thanks!

[msmob]

My sister-in-law is from Russia. She lives in France. I'm helping her set up a bank account, etc.

Suggestions for a bank with low fees?

Thanks!

Depends which services your SiL is most likely  to use

http://www.french-property.com/guides/france/finance-taxation/banking/which-bank/

The French Post Office has the most branches, but Société Générale has probably the biggest presence in Russia - if that is important

[noelscot]

Basic banking needs — debit card, checking, ability to receive wire transfers