Can I open a bank account in Germany without living there?
No, it's generally not possible to open a regular German bank account without having a valid residence in Germany. Banks require you to have a registered address (Anmeldung) in Germany to open an account. While some online banks or international banks might offer different conditions, the general rule is that you need to be a resident.
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