The bank where your money drives the change you want.
The GLS Bank was the first social-ecological bank in Germany, founded in 1974. GLS stands for "Gemeinschaftsbank für Leihen und Schenken", which translates to a "Bank-Cooperative for loans and donations". In banking with us your money can support a variety of projects and businesses like organic farms, institutions for natural health, nursing homes, projects for the unemployed, health food stores, communal housing projects, sustainable businesses, as well as independent schools and kindergardens.
Do you know what impact your money has?
Current account
Cash can be withdrawn for free from all banks in the Volksbank (BVR) group. You can bank with us anytime online or using the GLS banking app or via telephone during our service hours listed below. Find your closest cash machine
GLS Bank equity funds
Our investment philosophy is long-term and global equity investments in sustainable companies. We use a fair cost structure.
Cooperative
Members have a voice at the GLS Bank and help shape its future. One benefit is receiving an annual return decided democratically at the annual general meeting.
We of course offer all other services you expect of a modern bank.
It is easy to open an account
1. Open your account here GLS Girokonto
2. Provide your proof of identification via webcam or at a post office.
3. Use our straightforward online banking account transfer service (Kontowechselservice) to inform relevant third parties of your new account details.
Our team would be pleased to assist you.
+49 234 5797 100
Monday to Thursday 8:30 am - 5 pm
Wednseday 8:30 am - 7 pm
Friday 8:30 am - 4 pm
You can also send an email to kundendialog@gls.de