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Frequently Asked Questions

We accept the following identification documents:

  • passport of the Republic of Estonia;
  • identity card of the Republic of Estonia;
  • residence permit of the Republic of Estonia;
  • alien’s passport of the Republic of Estonia;
  • diplomatic passport or identity card of the Republic of Estonia;
  • a passport of a foreign country;
  • identity card of a citizen of an EU Member State;
  • a seafarer's discharge book;
  • certificate of record of service on Estonian ships.

Identity card of the Republic of Estonia

Identity card of the Republic of Estonia

Residence permit of the Republic of Estonia

Residence permit of the Republic of Estonia
Open account via video agree agree Not permitted, book a consultation Not permitted, book a consultation

Cards

  • How to block a card?

    • via the Swedbank mobile app, under “Cards” by switching the setting from “Active” to “Blocked”
    • on the Internet Bank, go to the page „My cards“ and then choose „Block card“
    • by calling us +372 631 0310

    A card can be blocked for up to 10 days, after 10 days the card will be closed permanently.

    You can order a new card via the Internet Bank site in section Cards > All debit cards or All credit Cards”.

  • How can I activate a blocked card?

    The card can be re-activated within 10 days since blocking:

    • via the Swedbank mobile app, under “Cards” by switching the setting from “Blocked” to “Active”
    • by calling us +372 631 0130.
  • Where can I order a new card?

    A new debit card can be ordered via the Internet Bank page in Cards > All debit cards”

    A new credit card can be ordered via the Internet Bank page in Cards > All credit Cards”

  • How much time do I have to activate my debit card?

    If not activated via Internet Bank, new cards are automatically closed after 60 days from opening the card.

    Renewed cards are closed automatically upon lapse of 30 days after expiration of the old card if not activated via Internet Bank.

  • Why can’t I activate the card I’ve received by post via Internet Bank?

    Please check the following reasons:

    • renewed card has not been activated during 30 days after previous card's expiry date;
    • the new card has not been activated during 60 days;
    • you have exceeded six attempts to see PIN-code.

  • What documents are necessary for collecting my child’s card?

    Your valid identity document – passport, ID card or driver’s licence. If possible, take your child's passport or ID card with you as well.

    Parents and legal guardians of minors can administer their child’s debit card from under their own online banking user account. Minors bank cards can also be sent by post. The card and PIN code will be sent to the child’s address of record a few days apart. The minor will be able to administer their debit card agreement in their Internet bank (along with activating the card sent to them) if they have been authorized to use the account linked to the card and assigned necessary privileges in the in Teleservices agreement, and possess a means of authentication.

  • How can child collect the card alone?

    You can give a power of attorney to the child for collecting the card. For that, please send us a bank message. Choose the subject "power of attorney to a minor" from the drop-town menu. Please read all terms and fill necessary fields. After the bank message is sent, child can come to the branch with a valid identity document and pick up the card.

  • May other person collect the card on my behalf at branch?

    Yes, a card may be issued to other person if that person has:

    • bank’s power of attorney (this is available at any Swedbank branch) or
    • a notarized power of attorney
  • Will my VISA / Mastercard card work abroad?

    VISA / Mastercard cards are accepted for payment in all retail outlets worldwide where the VISA or Mastercard logo is shown and the retailer accepts that type of cards.

  • How much will I be charged for withdrawing money in an ATM abroad?

    This depends on the type of card. For example, if you make a cash withdrawal from an ATM in a country where the official currency is other than EUR with a Swedbank payment card, then you will be charged a fixed fee for the withdrawal + a percentage of the amount + the currency exchange fee. Up-to-date information on charges and fees is provided in the price list of the bank.

  • Will I be charged for paying by card abroad?

    If you pay in a country where EUR is the official currency, no fee will be charged. If you pay in a country with other official currency, then a fee as a percentage of the purchase amount will be charged. Up-to-date information on fees is provided in the price list of the bank.

  • Can I book a car abroad with a debit card?

    Many car rental companies only accept credit cards for reservations. If you have only a debit card, we suggest getting in touch with the car rental in advance to find out if you can use a debit card for reservation.
  • What are the requirements for ordering ISIC MC Studentcard?

    An ISIC Mastercard Student Card can be ordered by a student at least 16 years old who is enrolled in a higher education program in Estonia or abroad. A student can study either in full or in a shortened curriculum of any form of study (for example, full-time or part-time).

  • How can I check my student status?

    If you want to check your student status in the Estonian Educational Information System, you can do that in the portal www.eesti.ee/eng.

  • When and under what circumstances is the ISIC MC Student Card renewed?

    • The ISIC is renewed every year in October. (The exact date may vary.)
    • You are sent a letter in advance indicating the renewal date.
    • ISIC is renewed on condition that you are on the EHIS list and the renewal fee (the exact amount of which is specified in the price list) can be deducted from the current account linked to your card.
    • Those who are not on the list (i.e. those studying in a foreign educational institution) can order a new card in the Internet Bank (by submitting or bringing in a certificate proving their student status).

  • How long does the ISIC card last?

    • If an ISIC card is ordered on 20 August 2019 or later, it will expire on 1 January 2021.

  • Will my ISIC card become invalid once I graduate?

    Your ISIC will remain valid until the date indicated thereon.

  • Can students of a foreign educational institution order a card to be sent to an Estonian address?

    No. Only those who are on the EHIS list can order an ISIC card to be sent to an Estonian address.

  • What do I do if my ISIC card doesn’t work as a travel or key card, for example?

    In order for an ISIC card to work as a travel card, you must register it first at www.pilet.ee. In the event of other issues, use the contact details provided for at www.minukool.ee.

  • What does the certificate proving my student status need to include?

    1. Your details (name, personal identification code or date of birth).
    2. The official name of the educational institution.
    3. The beginning and presumed end of your study period.
    4. The name of your faculty and/or specialty.
    5. Information on the education level of your studies, i.e. qualifications (professional higher education or undergraduate, postgraduate or doctoral studies).
    6. Information on whether you are a full- or part-time student (no information is required on your study load).
    7. The International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED97) code, where possible (not mandatory).

  • How can I order a card? When will it be ready and will I be notified in advance?

    • You can order an ISIC card in the Internet Bank.
    • Students on the EHIS list can order a card to be sent to their Estonian address. In such a case, it will be ready for you within five working days. You will also be sent a notification in the Internet Bank.
    • Students who order an ISIC on the basis of a certificate can have this delivered to a branch. It will reach the branch within 10 working days. You will receive a text message when you can come and pick it up.

  • Can I get an ISIC card if I am on academic leave or am an external student?

    You can order an ISIC card if you are:

    • a full- or part-time student who has been matriculated in a higher education curriculum (incl. a foreign educational institution);
    • a student on academic leave (in all study programmes, incl. distance learning and session and modular studies);
    • taking part in distance learning;
    • a student enrolled in an Open University curriculum of the University of Tartu (but not as an external student) who will complete the entire curriculum and has been matriculated.

  • Can I rent a car using my ISIC card?

    Yes, usually you can (the card requirements, however, depend on the specific service provider).

Payments

  • Will the payment go through if the beneficiary details are incorrect but the account is specified correctly?

    If the legal name or given name/surname of the beneficiary don’t match the account number (IBAN), then payment to a Swedbank account will not be executed. In case of payment to another bank in Estonia, it will be forwarded to the beneficiary bank that is entitled to either execute the payment based only on the IBAN account number stated or reject the payment.

  • How can I cancel an executed payment?

    If the payment is in euros to another bank in Estonia, there may be a possibility to cancel the payment by calling our Customer Service on 631 0310. If the payment has already sent to beneficiary bank, you can request cancellation of the payment through the bank. The cancellation form is available in the section “Bank messages”. Please check our price list for fees. We are unable to cancel a payment without the beneficiary’s consent.

    If the payment is between Swedbank accounts, it cannot be cancelled. Please contact the account holder and ask them to return the payment. If this is not possible, you can request revocation of the payment through the bank. The revocation form is available in the section “Bank messages”. Please check our price list for fees. We are unable to cancel a payment without the beneficiary’s consent.

  • What is the cut-off time for execution of payments?

    The Internet Bank (choose New Payment) and Swedbank’s new app, Swedbank Eestis, enable both private and business customers to make payments up to 15,000 euros in instant payments.

    Instant payments generally reach the recipient in a few seconds and can be made to all local banks that offer the opportunity of receiving them.

    At the moment, Swedbank clients can make instant payments within Swedbank itself, Coop Pank, LHV and SEB. The payments can be received from European banks that have joined the pan-European system of instant payments. You can check with the recipient’s bank whether they enable instant payments and the list of participating banks can be found on the official website of the Eba Clearing.

    For outgoing instant payments the price is the same as for ordinary domestic payments in euros; with no additional fees.

  • How to make payment in a currency other than EUR?

    If you need to make a payment to other Swedbank account in a currency other than EUR, use the domestic payment form as usual.

    If you need to make a payment to other bank in Estonia in a currency other than EUR, use the international payment form.

  • Why is the payment not going through even though I’ve confirmed it?

    This could be due to a couple of reasons:

    • The account lacks funds for executing the payment or paying the fee, if applicable.
    • The payment is made with a future date (in such an event the payment status will be “Future payment” under “List of payments”).
    • The payment details are not accurate.

  • How can I make sure that a payment has really been executed?

    A payment is executed if the account balance has decreased by the amount of the payment and the payment appears in the account statement and the payment history as “Done”.
  • How long does it take for international/European payments to go through?

    The payment process does not depend entirely on Swedbank – it also depends on the beneficiary bank and the intermediary bank.

    Payments to accounts with European banks are reserved on the same day as when executed and are delivered to the beneficiary bank or intermediary bank on the following working day. International payments are executed depending on the payment type. For further details, see the maturities of services under price list.

  • I’ve made a payment but the beneficiary claims they haven’t received the money. What to do?

    In the payment history section, check:

    • whether your payment shows up there;
    • whether the beneficiary’s details are indicated correctly;
    • what is the payment status.
    • If the payment is in the payment history section and the status is “Done”, click on the “Payment details”, download the PDF payment file and, if necessary, send it to the recipient as proof that the payment has went through.

    If the payment status is “Done”, but the beneficiary details are incorrect, please send us a bank message under section „Cancellation or amendment of international payment”. Please check the fees in the price list.

  • How to make a payment in other currency? Do I need to first exchange currencies?

    To make a domestic or international payment in other currency:

    1. Choose the international payment form.
    2. Select the currency available in the account as the coverage currency.
    3. Currency exchange will take place automatically when you confirm the payment.

  • Why I cannot make a foreign payment in different currency?

    If the account lacks the currency necessary for the payment and no coverage currency is selected, the payment will not be executed.

  • What is the coverage currency?

    The coverage currency must be selected upon execution of a payment order. It is another currency in the account that will be used towards covering the missing amount in case the account lacks funds for making the payment or paying the fee in the currency specified.

    The currency necessary for executing the payment transaction is converted to the remitter using the bank’s transfer rate effective at the time of executing the payment transaction.

    A discounted rate is offered for amounts exceeding 10 000 euros between 8.30 am and 5 pm on business days. Please contact our customer service +372 631 0130.

  • Why was my payment returned?

    If a payment made via Internet Bank is cancelled, most often the reason is that the payment cannot be executed due to lack of details in the payment form. The mandatory payment fields are marked with asterisk. Additional information about payment details needed can be found under "question mark". If the payment is returned by the beneficiary bank or correspondent bank, the reason of the refusal is provided in the detailed information about the payment.

  • Why I cannot see the payment in the payment history section?

    Please wait up to 15 minutes after you’ve executed the payment. We recommend checking the “List of payments” for your payment which may have been made with a future date in error – the status of such payments is “Future payment ”.

  • What characters are permitted in the payment form?

    The permitted characters are:

    a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 / - : ( ) . ,? ' +

    If a notification that invalid characters have been entered appears on the Internet Bank page when making a payment, re-check all the payment fields.

Internet Bank

  • What do to if the PIN-calculator is not working?

    PIN-Calculator may be blocked or has run out of battery power. To replace or unblock the token, go to your nearest Swedbank branch, taking your valid passport or ID card with you. The unblocking fee is specified in the bank’s price list.

  • Where and how can I get a PIN-calculator?

    PIN-Calculator may be blocked or has run out of battery power. To replace or unblock the token, go to your nearest Swedbank branch, taking your valid passport or ID card with you. The unblocking fee is specified in the bank’s price list.

  • Do I need to order the PIN-calculator in advance?

    PIN-Calculator may be blocked or has run out of battery power. To replace or unblock the token, go to your nearest Swedbank branch, taking your valid passport or ID card with you. The unblocking fee is specified in the bank’s price list.
  • Where to buy the ID card reader?

    Card readers are available for purchase in computer hardware shops and online stores.

  • If you’re unable to log in to Internet Bank, please check the following:

    If you’re unable to log in to Internet Bank, please check the following:

    • Make sure the Caps Lock is off on your keyboard.
    • Make sure Cyrillic (Russian alphabet) letters are not on.
    • If you use the PIN-calculator, make sure you entered the “APPLI 1” code when logging in.
    • If you use the Smart-ID, make sure that you have an active account in the Smart-ID app and that your mobile phone has the Internet available. PIN1 must be entered in the Smart-ID app within 2 minutes of appearance of the control code.
    • If you use the ID card, make sure that your computer is properly configured to work with the ID and that you entered the right PIN when logging on.
    • If your closed one also uses the PIN-calculator, make sure you’re using your own.

  • What is the User ID and where can I find it?

    The User ID consists of 6 or 7 digits and you can find it in your Tele agreement contract under “User ID”.
  • How to acivate a Mobile-ID solution?

    Please contact your mobile operator to get a special SIM. After you’ve signed the Mobile-ID contract and received a new SIM card, you can activate Mobile-ID at the homepage of Police and Border Guard Board (PBGB). Follow the instructions and if you need any help with activating Mobile-ID, contact PBGB at the phone number +372 612 3000.

  • How much does Mobile-ID cost?

    The monthly fee for the service is up to 1 euro, the state fee for Mobile-ID (10 euros) is charged via mobile operator when joining the service. Find out more about special offers and prices from your mobile operator.

    * When using Mobile-ID abroad, a fee for sending a text message from abroad to Estonia per one Mobile-ID operation (identification or giving a digital signature) will be charged according to your mobile package.

  • Can I use Mobile-ID abroad?

    Yes, you can. Just makse sure you remember your PIN-codes and have internet connection.

  • Can I apply the Mobile-ID to a foreign number?

    No, you can conclude the agreement of Mobile-ID only with your Estonian phone number and if you are a client one of the following mobile operator: Elisa, Tele2 or Telia.

  • Can I use Mobile-ID if I do not have a smart phone?

    Yes, you can.

  • Why I did not get a sms message on the phone while I was trying to log in with Mobile-ID? (Service/ DigiDoc3 Client shows sending error or session timed out)

    Following steps should help with this problem:

    1. Open the KeyLock
      NB! Mobile-ID for Android only works when keylock has been opened prior the authentication. If this is forgotten for some reason then you may have to either restart your phone or open Mobiil-ID application and try again.
    2. Restart your phone
    3. Wait some time and try again as it could be problem with the service
    4. Reset to factory settings
    5. Update your phone's software

Credit cards

  • I’ve lost my credit card. What should I do?

    In order to block/close the card you have as following options:

    • via the Swedbank mobile app, under “Cards” by switching the setting from “Active” to “Blocked” or on the Internet Bank, go to the page „My cards“ and then choose „Block card.“ In this case, you can block the card for up to 10 days. After that, it will be closed automatically.
    • by bank message, adding the information about the card which is lost.
    • by calling us +372 6310 310.

    To order a new card, send us a bank message and add how you would like to get the new card (by post or to the branch). Also it is possible to order a new card by calling +372 631 0130.

    New credit card costs 7 euros.

  • Where can I receive the renewed credit card?

    The renewed card can be delivered:

    • by post to your Estonian contact address;
    • to any Swedbank branch.

  • Are credit cards renewed automatically?

    Credit cards are usually renewed automatically. If the credit card is not renewed, we inform the customer of it before expiry of the credit card via bank message, e-mail or by post.

  • Can I get the renewed card sooner if I know that I will not be able to collect it at the time of renewal?

    If you would like to receive a new credit card earlier, please apply for a new credit card.

    We will give the answer to application within three workdays and if the application answer will be positive, then the card will be ready to be collected from the branch in 10 days or if your ordered by post, it will be delivered in 5 business days.

  • How can I change the credit limit on my credit card?

    You can make the changes via the Internet Bank page under Cards > „My cards” by selecting „Increase credit limit“

    If the credit card limit change option is not available under Cards > „My cards” > “Increase credit limit”, fill out a new credit card application and write on the additional information field that you wish to increase your current credit card limit and mark the suitable amount. You will receive an answer within two work days.

  • Does a fee apply for ATM cash withdrawals?

    Yes. Withdrawal of cash with a credit card is subject to a fee according to the current price list, except for Platinum Credit card (Mastercard) which has no commission fee for cash withdrawal up to 1000 EUR all over the world.

  • Is any fee charged for paying for a purchase with a credit card?

    For transactions made in foreign currency, a conversion fee of 1% of the transaction amount is applicable (with Platinum credit card (Mastercard), there is no currency exchange surcharge). Card payments are free of charge in countries which have euros as their official currency. If you are paying in a country with a different official currency then you are subject to paying the currency conversion fee, which is a certain percentage of the transaction amount. You can find up to date information on our price list.

  • Is any fee charged for transfers from the credit card account?

    Fees for transfers from the credit card account are identical to those for transfers from the current account.

    Transfers between one’s own accounts or other accounts within Swedbank are free of charge.

    PS! Please note that if you make a transfer or withdraw cash from the credit card account, the calculation of interest begins immediately, unless the amount of the aforementioned transactions remains within the positive balance of the limit account.

  • Where can I pay back used credit limit?

    You can pay back the used credit limit via the Internet Bank page under Cards > „My cards” by selecting "Return full used credit limit"

  • Where can I pay back interest accruing credit limit?

    You can pay back the used credit limit via the Internet Bank page under “Cards” > “My cards” by selecting "Return interest accruing credit limit"

  • Do I have a valid travel insurance with my credit card?

    The insurance cover attached to the Gold revolving card or Platinum credit card (Visa/Mastercard) takes effect automatically once you enter into the credit card agreement and remains valid until the credit card agreement is valid.

Loans

New loan

  • What do I need to do to get a loan?

    You should start from a loan application. A loan application can be forwarded on the Internet Bank. A loan application can also be forwarded if you want to make preparations for taking a loan and discuss the details of the transactions with the bank in good time, and then choose a suitable property from the property market. After you have submitted a loan application, you will receive a call from the loan administrator to agree on further steps. Submitting a loan application does not obligate you to enter into a loan agreement but provides the administrator with the opportunity to personally focus on your loan.

  • What do I need to do to get a loan consultation?

    You can get a loan consultation by calling 613 1324 (Mon–Fri 09:00–17:00), where you can speak with professionals in their field and they advise you on further steps.
    You can also fill in a loan application after which the loan administrator will call you to discuss in detail all the issues concerning your loan. Submitting a loan application does not obligate you to enter into a loan agreement but provides the administrator with the opportunity to personally focus on your loan.

  • How much can I borrow?

    When issuing a loan, attention is paid to solvency, collateral, and self-financing. With regard to solvency, you can seek assurance by means of the maximum loan amount calculator, but it is particularly important that the monthly payment of the obligation to be taken is affordable for the borrower. The property to be purchased is suitable as collateral.
    Self-financing starts from 15%, but if you belong to the KredEx target group, then from at least 10%. However, the amount of self-financing also depends on the condition and region of the property. If you already have real estate, you can use it as supplementary collateral.

  • What is suitable as collateral?

    Usually, the residential property to be purchased serves as collateral.
    When it comes to renovation, the property to be renovated is suitable as collateral.
    In case of a construction project, collateral may cover the registered immovable on which the private house will be built and a completed additional residential property, if necessary.
    The KredEx surety is used as additional collateral in cases where self-financing is 10% and the borrower meets the conditions of the target group of the KredEx surety and the property is also suitable for this purpose.

  • How much self-financing is needed?

    Financial self-financing is 20% on average, and it may be 15% as a minimum. The self-financing of 10% can be used in cases where the borrower meets the conditions of the target group of the KredEx surety.
    In case there is no self-financing, i.e. the corresponding rate is 0%, the only option is to use additional collateral in the form of residential real estate.

  • Do you want to exchange your home? Whether and how to do it with a loan?

    There are two solutions for home exchange:

    1. The existing property already has a loan. With this solution, a new property is purchased and the existing one is transferred. At the time when the client has a loan against both properties, we offer a grace period to increase the solvency, if necessary. With regard to this solution, liquidity of properties is also important in addition to solvency.
    2. The existing property does not have a loan. With this solution, a new residence is purchased on the basis of collateral of the existing property and the property to be purchased, and then the existing one is sold.
    All or part of the loan is deleted according to the transfer of the existing property, at the request of the borrower.

  • Who is suitable for becoming a borrower? Who can take a loan together?

    A person is suitable for becoming a borrower if he or she has a regular income (1 applicant €700; 2 applicants €950), a proper previous credit history, and whose solvency is acceptable when taking a new commitment.
    Usually, a loan is taken with a household member, such as a spouse or partner.

  • How does the bank finance the house construction?

    When financing a construction project, we are guided by the cost of the entire project and, in general, we finance the construction step by step so that the loan amount is specified at the beginning of the project. This provides the borrower / house builder with certainty that the construction is not halted and he or she can move into the house at the planned time.

  • What are the transaction costs (loan agreement, notary) when purchasing a home?

    The exact transaction costs depend on the loan amount and/or the amount of purchase and sale, and the amount of mortgage to be set up. More detailed information about the costs is provided by a bank employee.
    In addition, you must be prepared to secure the collateral immediately after the mortgage is set up.

Questions about the amendments to the loan agreement

  • Is it possible to amend the loan agreement? What amendments can be made?

    The loan agreement can be amended during the loan period. Depending on the amendment, additional information or documents are required that will also determine the entry into force of the amendment. The amendment will take effect once the Annex to the loan agreement has been signed.
    In case of technical capability, the self-service on the Internet Bank allows you to change the payment date of the loan and the service account, as well as make early repayments in part (and also in full). The changes made in the self-service take effect immediately and the service fee is charged in accordance with the price list.

  • Is it possible to change the payment date of the loan?

    The payment date can be changed in the self-service of the Internet Bank and its modification is free of charge. The payment date cannot be changed on the payment day and in cases where there is no technical capability.

  • Is it possible to repay the loan early? Partially? Fully?

    Early repayment is possible both in part and in full (the entire loan amount).
    In case of technical capability, it is possible to make partial early repayment in the self-service of the Internet Bank.
    It is also possible to fully repay the loan in the self-service of the Internet Bank if the borrower has the money required for repayment on his or her current account.
    If the loan is to be repaid in full from the sale of the property, then a bank note stating the time and place of the sales transaction should be forwarded. The loan is deleted on the basis of the funded received from the sales transaction.
    NB: The early repayment conditions and fee have been agreed in the loan agreement. After submitting the loan repayment application (bank notice), the bank will provide an overview of the calculation of the early repayment fee.

  • Real estate sales serving as collateral for a loan. What should I know?

    If the owner of the property wants to sell the property serving as collateral for a loan, it is recommended to inform the bank as early as possible. It is reasonable to communicate the request to sell the property and also the time of meeting with a notary, if known. The sooner, the better, as the time of meeting with a notary should also be suitable for the bank’s representative. In addition, the bank will announce the fee and calculation for early repayment.

  • Who is engaged in making amendments to the loan agreement in the bank?

    The amending of the loan agreement is the responsibility of the follow-up service specialist of the support unit of the financial centre of private persons. Once you have completed a request / an application for amending the loan agreement on the Internet Bank, you will be contacted by the follow-up service specialist who will advise you on the content of the amendment, inform you of the required additional documents and process. The follow-up service specialist will also sign the Annex to the loan agreement if it is required for the given amendment.

  • What happens to the loan when the borrowers break up?

    As long as both borrowers are parties to the loan agreement, they are jointly and severally liable for the obligation. Possible options:

    • The borrowers sell the property serving as collateral, repay the loan, and distribute the remaining funds as agreed.
    • One of the borrowers wants to assume the loan, i.e. the second borrower wants to be released from the loan agreement. This means that the borrower who takes assumes the entire obligation must have sufficient solvency to pay the entire loan amount. Usually, the borrowers are also the owners of the property, and the owners of the property are also changed when using this solution.

  • What do I need to do to get a loan?

E-Invoices and standing orders

  • How to order the e-invoice?

    You can order e-invoices from companies that enable this option in the Internet Bank section “Everyday banking” > “E-Invoices” > “Order a new e-invoice”.

  • How do I pay the e-invoice I’ve received?

    The e-invoice is payable by clicking “Pay” in “My E-invoices” section on the Internet Bank page or by enabling automatic payment for the e-invoice.

  • How much does it cost to receive and pay e-invoices?

    Setting up and receiving e-invoices via Internet Bank is free of charge. The cost of transfers is according to the current price list of payments. However, if you enable automatic payment, there will be no cost.

  • How to stop receiving e-invoices?

    To cancel the receiving of e-invoices, please choose under „Everyday banking“ menu “E-invoices and standing orders > E-invoice applications".

    In order to cancel E-invoice standing order agreement, you have to do it separately for every seller. E-invoices will be received also after cancelling E-invoice standing order agreement.

  • What is the monthly limit for one e-invoice?

    When ordering an e-invoice, you have the option to allow partial debiting. This means: if your account lacks funds to cover the necessary invoice amount on selected payment date, the system will automatically monitor/check your account for up to 3.days. If your account still lacks the full amount on the 3rd day, your invoice will be paid partially by transferring at least 50% of the required invoice amount. If your account has less than 50% of required invoice payment, the invoice will not be paid.

  • What does partial e-invoice payment mean?

    When ordering an e-invoice, you have the option to allow partial debiting. This means: if your account lacks funds to cover the necessary invoice amount on selected payment date, the system will automatically monitor/check your account for up to 3.days. If your account still lacks the full amount on the 3rd day, your invoice will be paid partially by transferring at least 50% of the required invoice amount. If your account has less than 50% of required invoice payment, the invoice will not be paid.

  • What are the possibilities to choose the invoice payment date?

    When setting up e-invoice automated payment, you can choose one of the following payment date options:

    1. on e-invoice due date (the date specified by the service provider in the e-invoice).
    2. 2 days after receiving the e-invoice. That way the e-invoice will be paid in timely manner without waiting for the deadline.
    3. choose the date. You can choose the suitable date by yourself.

    You can modify the terms of payment in the section „Applications and agreements“. The exact options depend on seller's terms and may vary.

  • What will happen to automated payment if the account lacks funds on the due date?

    If your account lacks funds to cover your invoice payment, the invoice will not be paid automatically. If you have chosen the „partial debiting“ option, the system system will automatically monitor/check your account for two days. If your account still lacks the full amount on the 3rd day, your invoice will be paid partially by transferring at least 50% of the required invoice amount. If your account has less than 50% of required invoice payment, the invoice will not be paid.

  • What to do if the service provider does not offer e-invoices?

    Other invoice payment options are:

    • Standing order – if the monthly invoice amount is constant, payments will take place automatically on a date of your choice.
    • Defined payment – if the monthly invoice amount is changeable, then invoices need to be paid manually using the saved payment form.

  • What to do if your e-invoice wasn‘t payed automatically?

    • Check if you‘ve received the e-invoice itself. If it‘s missing – please, contact your service provider.
    • Make sure that you’ve really ordered e-invoice standing order agreement for your e-invoice. If not, you can order it here. Have in mind, that all e-invoices that you’ve received before concluding the e-invoice standing order agreement must still be payed manually.
    • Check if the e-invoice standing order agreement is valid. If it expired, please conclude a new one here.
    • Check the amount stated in the received e-invoice. If it exceeded the maximum monthly amount set in the e-invoice standing order agreement, the payment couldn‘t be done. In this case you should pay the e-invoice manually. It would be better for you to increase the maximum limit of your e-invoice standing order agreement in the future. You can do it in the internet bank here. Bear in mind, that it’s safer to set a maximum month limit a bit bigger than your usual e-invoice amount – it will be helpful for i.e., when the first e-invoice might be for covering two months of magazine subscription etc.
    • Check your bank account balance – maybe the funds were insufficient on the day of the payment. In this case the bank is trying to perform automated transaction for 2 more days. If you‘ll get sufficient funds during those 2 days, your e-invoice might be payed partially (if you’ve selected this option when ordering it) if you happen to have at least 50% of the e-invoice amount. If the funds will be insufficient to pay 50%, you‘ll have to pay the e-invoice manually later as it will be marked under status „Unpaid“.

Standing orders

Insurance

  • Is it necessary to enter into a travel insurance contract if you have the European Health Insurance Card?

    The cover offered by health insurance varies in all European Union Member States. Visit the website of the National Health Insurance Fund to check which services are covered by national medical insurance at your destination and which services you have to pay for. For example, the European Health Insurance Card holders are usually obliged to pay for certain retention if the trip is prolonged due to illness or it is necessary to return home earlier than planned and thus organise it on one’s own.

    With travel insurance you don’t have to worry about additional expenses, as these will be covered by insurance. Both expenses may amount to hundreds or even thousands of euros.

  • What do I have to do if I fall ill or an accident occurs during the trip?

    In case of minor illness (common cold, fever, etc.), pay the medical treatment expenses on site, if possible. When you return from the trip, submit the loss notification and medical treatment invoice to Swedbank property insurance. If you are in need of urgent treatment or hospitalisation, please address our Claims Handling at 888 2111 (24 h).

  • What expenses are covered if the luggage is delayed?

    If the arrival of luggage is delayed in the destination of your trip by the transport operator for at least 4 hours, we will indemnify any essential commodities that you purchased or rented for the purpose of using them during the trip as well as any expenses incurred in order to purchase objects that are important with regard to the purpose of the trip to the extent of 300 euros.

    We will indemnify the expenses provided that:

    • it is not cabin luggage;
    • you have taken reasonable measures to obtain your luggage;
    • you have immediately notified the respective transport operator of the late arrival of your luggage and you have a certificate that verifies the delay in the transport of luggage that includes a note concerning the time of receipt of the luggage.

  • If my flight is delayed and I cannot make the next flight, what will be indemnified?

    If the departure is 4 to 24 hours late, we will indemnify up to 150 euros for incurring the required expenses. If the flight is delayed by more than 24 hours, we will indemnify a maximum of 300 euros. We consider required expenses to constitute expenses on food and accommodation, and also expenses on toiletries if you have checked your luggage.

    In addition, we will indemnify the rise in travel and accommodation expenses necessary for continuing the planned trip and previously paid and irrecoverable expenses for services that were unused due to not making the connecting flight. You need to ask the airline or travel agent for a written confirmation of the belatedness of the flights

  • What do I have to do if I want to learn more about Swedbank’s travel insurance?

    If you have general questions about travel insurance or your insurance contract, call the Customer Support (888 1513) or write to varakindlustus@swedbank.ee.

    In the case of questions concerning claims call the Claims Handling Department of Swedbank (888 2111).

Mobile App

  • Why was a well-functioning app closed?

    We are aware that the previous app was very popular, but it did not allow to add the features that customers wanted as well as ones that the ever-evolving technology brings with it. We want to provide our customers with the most up-to-date and secure solutions, so we need to keep up with the innovations. Developing the previous app could have led to problems with adding contactless payments to Android as well as bringing Apple Pay and biometrics to customers. You can read more about that from Swedbank’s blog Kukkur.

  • Why did we make a new app?

    • The new platform enabled to introduce new features (such as biometrics and instant payments).
    • This app has more development potential in the future.
    • Updated security requirements led to the introduction of the new platform.

    You can read more about that from Swedbank’s blog Kukkur.
  • Why cannot I find the app on the App Store / Google Play?

    The new app works on most smartphones and tablets. The operation system of the smart device should be the following:

    • iOS 12.0 or newer;
    • Android 5.0 or newer.

    My device has the required operating system, but the app is still not on the App Store / Google Play.

    • Please check if your device software needs updating.
    • Update the App Store / Google Play app.
    • Clear the data stored in the App Store / Google Play app and restart the app (force stop).
    • If the app Swedbank Eestis still does not appear in the stores’ search results, please contact Google and Apple Support.

  • Why cannot I log in to the app via Smart-ID?

    First, check your internet connection, you could also open the Smart-ID app manually. Also, make sure that Swedbank and Smart-ID can both send notifications via enabling them in your phone settings.

    Deleting the app and downloading it again from the App Store may help when you have an iOS device. On an Android device, delete the saved data in the app settings.

  • Why cannot I log in to the app via Mobile-ID?

    If the Mobile-ID malfunctions, restart your phone and check on your computer whether Mobile-ID is running smoothly in our internet bank.

    Deleting the app and downloading it again from the App Store may help when you have an iOS device. On an Android device, delete the saved data in the app settings.

  • Why cannot I find information about activating biometrics in the app?

    To activate biometrics, make sure the feature is present in your phone and utilised to unlock the screen. You can activate biometrics in the app settings (user preferences). If this button is not in your settings, delete the app and download it again from the App Store (iOS) or delete the saved data in the app settings (Android).

  • Why is it not necessary to confirm the activation of biometrics with Smart-ID PIN2, for example?

    There is no requirement to give a signature when starting to use biometrics, we provide a convenient and secure way to activate the service.
  • Is it now not possible to check the account balance by shaking the phone?

    Displaying the account balance has changed due to new security requirements. We recommend activating biometrics for a quick and convenient login. You can also quickly check your account balance in the widget related to the app.

  • What is a widget and how can it be activated?

    You can use the widget to quickly check your account balance without having to log in. Please choose a widget activation guide according to your device – Android or iOS.

  • Why is the widget not working?

    First, turn the widget feature off and on again in the app settings and select the appropriate account. If the widget still does not work, delete the app from your Apple device and download it again from the App Store. On an Android device, delete the app's saved data in your phone settings (settings> apps> Swedbank> clear data/memory/wipe data) and then set up the app from the beginning. If your phone is in power saving mode, then it must also be turned off.

  • Why cannot I see currencies other than the euro in my account?

    To see other currencies, click the “Show other currencies” link below your account balance.
  • How do I repay my credit card limit in my app?

    • Go to the “Payments” menu item and select “To my account”. (Android)
    • Go to the “Overview” menu item, click on the credit card balance and then on the credit limit link. (Android and iOS)

  • Why cannot I make a mobile contactless payments using a Visa card?

    Currently, the mobile contactless payment feature is only available for Mastercard bank cards with contactless payments activated. We are exploring ways to make mobile contactless payments with other cards.

  • What is a digital card number?

    The number is designed to make mobile or digital payments possible. This is a Mastercard requirement and cannot be used for any other purpose. The merchant cannot find out the physical card number when making a mobile contactless payment.
  • Why cannot I activate mobile contactless payments?

    Smartphones running Android 6.0 or higher are eligible for making contactless payments. In addition, you need a Swedbank’s Mastercard with activated contactless payments.

    Other prerequisites:

    • The device must have NFC enabled.
    • This function does not work in a rooted device.
    • You need to set a screen lock on your phone.

    If all of the above conditions are met, you can try clearing the Swedbank app memory from the phone settings (cache clearing alone may not help) and also restarting the app or, in other words, using the force stop function.

    If after that you still cannot activate contactless payments, we await your feedback with the technical data and as detailed description of the error as possible under the “Contacts” menu item.

  • Why cannot I pay with my phone? Why are mobile contactless payments not working?

    Under the app settings, turn off the mobile contactless payment feature and then turn it back on. Make sure you have also activated NFC in your phone settings and Swedbank app is set as your primary payment app. If your phone is in power saving mode, then it must also be turned off. If your phone has a protective case, try making the payment without it.

    It is definitely worth trying to make payments several times and in several different stores. If all the prerequisites for a successful payment are met and the payment still does not go through, you should clear the Swedbank app memory (not the cache as it does not give the same result) from your phone settings and also force stop the app or, in other words, restart it.

  • How do I use the Circle K discount when paying with my smartphone or watch?

    • Unlock the screen and motion it above the terminal for a discount, then lock the phone.
    • Unlock the screen again and motion it again to pay for your purchase.
    • When paying with a smart watch (Fitbit Pay, Garmin Pay, Apple Pay), the discount will be instantly recognised.

    NB! Contact Circle K in order to receive discounts. They will add your virtual card to the loyalty account (the card number is not the same as on the physical card).
  • Can I make Proxy payments?

    You don’t have to take any extra steps, if you would like to use Proxy payments for making transfers and you are already using Swedbank’s mobile app. All you need to do is select the beneficiary of the transfer from the contacts’ list on your phone when starting a new transfer.

    However, if you would like to use Proxy payments to receive transfers, then you should start by checking whether you have the latest version of Swedbank’s mobile app. You should then register your phone number to use the service.

    In order to register your phone number, open the Swedbank app and head to “Services” > “Payments” > “Proxy payments”. You will then have to:

    • agree to use the service and sharing of your data (beneficiary’s phone number, full name and IBAN) with the payer, their bank and other entities that have joined the system of the Bank of Latvia;
    • choose the account you want to link with your phone number.

  • How can I register and verify my phone number?

    1. When you activate Proxy payments and your phone number needs verification, then you will be directed to internet bank section with contact information.
    2. From there you need to find a field called “Mobile phone number” (it is under “My contact details” -> “Telephone number for authentication and contacts” -> field “Mobile phone number”).
    3. If the field is empty, then insert there your mobile phone number. After that you will receive a confirmation code to your phone. Write this code to asked field in internet bank and your phone number is verified.
    4. If the field already has a telephone number in it, then push the blue button after the phone number field and insert your mobile phone number again. You will be sent a verification code that needs to be inserted to internet bank for verification.
    5. After verification is complete open “Services” tab from your mobile app and tap Proxy payments to continue activation process.

  • How do I make a Proxy payment?

    All our mobile app users can make Proxy payments, no additional actions are needed. However, only the customers who have allowed Proxy payments in the app, will be able to receive Proxy payments. To do so, open the Swedbank app and head to “Services” > “Payments” > “Proxy payments”.

    In order to make a payment:

    • open “Transfers” in the Swedbank app;
    • Click on the “Start new transfer” field and select the beneficiary
      • “Select from phone contacts” or
      • enter the phone number manually to the “New transfer” field.
      If the beneficiary has signed up for using the service, their phone number, name and IBAN will be added to the transfer form automatically.
    • Then proceed as you would in the case of a regular payment.

    Confirmation text: In order to use the Proxy payment service, I authorise Swedbank AS to forward my personal data (name, surname, mobile number and account number) to the Instant Links Proxy Registry of the central bank of Latvia (Bank of Latvia). I am aware that the aforementioned data is used by the banks in the registry and the customers of those banks for the purposes of initiating payments.

  • What kind of phone numbers can be used to make Proxy payments?

    Only phone numbers verified by the bank can be used for Proxy payments. If you do not have a verified phone number, you will be referred to the “Contact details” page on the internet bank, where you can confirm your phone number in the “Contact phone and its verification” section. As soon as you verify your phone number, you can continue with the registration process.

  • Can I link several accounts in separate banks with one phone number?

    No. You can only link one payment account with one phone number. If the beneficiary wishes to receive transfers to their Swedbank account, they will have to link their phone number with said Swedbank account. To do so, open the Swedbank app and head to “Services” > “Payments” > “Proxy payments”.

  • On which bank account will I receive the Proxy payments sent to me?

    The account registered most recently will be used to receive payments.

  • Can I receive Proxy payments if I’m not using a phone number with the Estonian country code of +372 (e.g., I use a UK or U.S. phone number instead)?

    Yes, you can. The country code of the phone number you have registered with does not matter in the case of this service. However, it is important that the phone number is verified and linked to an Estonian bank account. Proxy payments can only be made in euros and as domestic payments.

  • Is the number format I have used to save people’s numbers to my phone’s contacts?

    Android users do not have to worry about how the phone number has been saved in their contacts.

    At this time, iOS users have to be mindful that the number has been saved with the country code (e.g. +372).

  • Is the phone number format important when I enter it manually to the appropriate field on the “New transfer” form?

    You can use any of the following formats when manually entering a phone number: +372…, 372…, 569…. It is important not to leave any spaces between the digits.

  • The beneficiary has not yet linked their phone number with the Proxy payment service, but I want to transfer money to them. How should I proceed?

    If the beneficiary is not registered as a service user, you can invite them by sending an invitation (as a rule, the invitation will be automatically generated in the app). You can send the invitation via a text message, e-mail or social media account. The beneficiary can also link their phone number in the Swedbank app on their own.

  • Can I send a Proxy payment to a person who has a bank account in another bank operating in Estonia (not Swedbank)?

    At this time, Proxy payments can be used for making intrabank payments (Swedbank) and payments between Swedbank, Coop Pank and SEB. Should more banks join the service, it will also become possible to make Proxy payments to the customers of those banks. The beneficiary of the Proxy payment has to have joined the Proxy payments service.

  • Can I make Proxy payments to a person who has joined the service, but who has a bank account in Latvia/Lithuania?

    No. At this time, Proxy payments can only be made to bank accounts in Estonia.

  • Why do I see the beneficiary’s IBAN, first name and surname upon initiating a Proxy payment?

    The display of beneficiary’s IBAN, name and surname allows you to check that the payment is going to be made to the right person.

  • Is the service of Proxy payments safe?

    Proxy payments are just as safe as all our other payments. Keep in mind though that, if the beneficiary has joined the service, their name and surname and account number will be displayed to the payer prior to completing the payment.

  • Are any additional fees applied to Proxy payments?

    No additional fees apply to Proxy payments. The limits applied are the same as for regular payments on the internet bank: all payments are free of charge for people up to 25 years of age (incl.) and people over 65 years of age (incl.); if you have joined the Payment Plan, you can make unlimited transfers for a monthly fee of 1.5 euros; the regular price list is applied in other instances.

  • What kind of limits are applied to Proxy payments?

    Regular payment limits are applied to Proxy payments.

  • Will a Proxy payment be carried out right away?

    If the correct IBAN has been found on the basis of the phone number, the regular payment process, which can be used for domestic payments, instant payments and intra-bank payments, will be initiated in the app.

  • Why are Estonian banks using a service of the Bank of Latvia?

    Based on a mutual agreement, the Estonian Banking Association has selected the Proxy Registry “Instant Links”, managed by the Bank of Latvia, as the service provider. This means that all banks involved in the Proxy scheme, and all their customers, will register their data in the Proxy Registry of the Bank of Latvia.

  • How can I stop using this service?

    If you would like to stop using the Proxy payment service, open the “Proxy payment” section in the mobile app and click on the “Unlink” button.

  • Can minors use Proxy payments?

    Minors can’t join with Proxy payments solution and therefore they cannot receive payments to their phone. However, they can make proxy payments if the receiver has joined with Proxy payments solution.

Account opening

Inheritance info and operations

  • Who are successors?

    Succession is possible based on law, will, or succession contract. Succession takes place based on law if the bequeather has not left a will or succession contract.
    Intestate successors are the bequeather’s spouse and relatives. First-order successors are the bequeather’s children in equal parts. If there are no children, there will be second-order successors, i.e. the bequeather’s parents, and siblings.
    The spouse always succeeds alongside the relatives and his or her share of the estate depends on the order of successors alongside whom he or she succeeds. If the deceased has no relatives or a spouse, the estate will go to the local government or the state.

  • Can I renounce succession if it entails liabilities?

    It is possible to renounce succession. However, it is not possible to succeed the estate by renouncing the liabilities that come with it. This means that when accepting the estate, the successor will also be responsible for all liabilities under the estate. But if you want to give up the liabilities, you also have to give up other assets.
    If you have decided to accept the estate and the estate also includes the bequeather’s liabilities (e.g. home loan), you can start fulfilling them before receiving the documents certifying the right of succession. To agree on the fulfilment of the liabilities with Swedbank AS, please contact us at volgnevused@swedbank.ee.
    The request to renounce the estate has to be notarised because if the successors fail to do so within three months, the estate is automatically deemed to have been accepted.

  • How long does it take to succeed and what does it cost?

    In any case, the successors have to contact a notary to formalise their right of succession. Please note that a will alone is not a document certifying the right of succession and the bank does not convert the estate based on this.
    It is necessary to allow time for succession, as the average succession proceedings take 2–6 months. The cost of the procedure is around EUR 250.
    More information about succession is available on the website of the Chamber of Notaries at www.notar.ee.

  • What should be borne in mind when addressing the succession matters with the bank?

    Once you have received the documents certifying your right of succession from a notary, you can contact your bank.

    To convert the estate held with Swedbank AS in a way that it would belong to the successor(s), it is necessary to forward the documents certifying the right of succession:

    • through a notary to the contacts agreed upon with the bank;
    • by the successor(s) themselves with the contact details of the successor(s) either electronically to the address parimistunnistus@swedbank.ee or by bringing the documents to the nearest branch of Swedbank. Please book a time to visit the branch.

    An employee of Swedbank will contact the successor(s) within three working days of the submission of the documents certifying the right of succession and agree on the time of the meeting. To convert the estate, all successors have to be present at the branch at the same time. If the simultaneous presence of all successors for the conversion of the estate proves to be difficult, a power of attorney to appoint a representative can be prepared at the nearest branch of Swedbank or with a notary. The power of attorney has to be ambiguous and include the right to represent various areas.

  • Are the funds of the deceased also paid out without the documents certifying the right of succession?

    The bank pays a lump sum of up to EUR 2000 to cover funeral expenses within one month of the client’s death. After the expiry of the one-month period, the bank will pay the estate only based on a certificate of succession or a certificate of right of ownership. The amount is paid based on the official expenditure documents and provided that the money is present in the deceased’s account.

    If the deceased client’s account(s) has/have a total of EUR 200 or less, the payment will be made without requiring a notarial certificate of succession (except in case of credit liabilities) to the deceased client’s spouse, adult children, or parents. The payment will also be made if more than one month has passed since the death of the account holder.

    More detailed information about the payment of the death grant is available here.
  • Who is entitled to notify a person’s death?

    The reporting of death may be forwarded by a successor, a person covering the funeral expenses, or another person. The person who reported the death does not have to provide his or her data unless he or she requests the payment of funeral expenses. In this case, we ask for the contact details (name, phone number) of the payment applicant so that the bank can contact this person, if necessary.

  • How is it possible to report a person’s death?

    The bank may be notified of the client’s death in the following ways:

    • verbally (e.g. at the branch, by calling the Customer Service Centre or client executive);
    • in writing (e.g. email, bank notice, letter by post, chat);
    • by presenting a death certificate;
    • with an inquiry submitted by a notary or an enforcement agent’s notice of the inventory of the estate;
    • by presenting a certificate of succession.

  • What documents are required for notification of death?

    We usually ask for a death certificate.
    If there is no death certificate and the death is registered in Estonia, we can check from the Population Register whether the client’s death has been registered.
    If the death is registered abroad, the original or a notarised copy of the death certificate issued abroad has to be apostilled (except for the document issued in the Republic of Latvia, the Republic of Lithuania, the Russian Federation, the Republic of Ukraine, and the Republic of Poland, the French Republic, the Kingdom of Belgium, the Kingdom of Denmark, the Republic of Ireland and the Italian Republic). The document has to be in Estonian, English, or Russian or translated into one of the above languages. The translation has to be notarised and apostilled.

  • With whom and what information about the deceased person’s account is shared?

    After the client’s death, the bank issues information about the client and his or her account to the following persons:

    • to the person who has covered the funeral expenses – in what amount and whether it is possible to pay the sum intended to cover the funeral expenses;
    • to the client’s spouse, adult children, and parents without requiring a notarial certificate of succession (if a death certificate and proof of kinship have been presented and the balance of the account(s) is EUR 200 or less) – in what amount it is possible to pay the sum;
    • to the successors based on a certificate of succession issued by a notary, indicating that they are successors – information about the transactions/agreements that were concluded regarding the account (including before death). Each successor may submit an inquiry independently of the other successors, but the inquiry may not be paid for at the expense of the estate. The inquiry has to contain information on what details the successor requests to obtain;
    • information about transactions/agreements that were concluded regarding the account (including before death) can only be issued to the prospective successors based on a document certifying kinship (birth certificate; marriage certificate) and for good reason. A good reason is, for example, the fact that the person has died in Finland and the succession proceedings are carried out in Finland. To compile the inventory, the successors have to compile a list of the bequeather’s assets and liabilities themselves. To this end, they also need to know the balance of the bequeather’s account with the bank as of the date of death. The inquiry may not be paid for at the expense of the estate.

  • Who can close the e-invoice fixed payment/direct debit/standing order agreements, etc. concluded in the name of the deceased?

    If agreements for the payment of invoices have been concluded in the name of the deceased, each recipient has to be notified separately of the death of the owner of the agreement. The successor has the right to terminate the agreements at the bank (provided in the documents certifying the right of succession).
    If the client’s account(s) has/have a total of EUR 0, the agreements and account(s) may be closed by the person who reported the client’s death.

  • Is it possible to receive information about the account based on a power of attorney after the death of the account holder?

    If the bank has become aware of the client’s death, the powers of attorneys (internal/notarial) issued before the client’s death no longer apply. In other words, the powers of attorneys issued will expire at the moment of the client’s death.

  • In which cases and how is the death grant paid?

    To cover the funeral expenses, the bank pays a lump sum of up to EUR 2000 within one month of the client’s death. The amount is paid based on official expenditure documents and provided that the money is present in the deceased’s account.
    After the expiry of the one-month period, the bank will pay the estate only based on a certificate of succession or a certificate of right of ownership.
    The cash withdrawal or transfer service fee is included in the amount to be paid out.
    Amounts withdrawn by bank card or transferred to a private individual after the client’s death are deducted from the amount to be paid out.
    Please note that the payment decision is made by the bank itself – it is not a legal obligation!

  • Based on which documents is the death grant paid?

    The payment applicant has to submit the following documents:

    • death certificate. If a person has died in Finland, an apostilled burial permit (‘lupa hautaamiseen’) has to be presented instead of a death certificate;
    • identity document of the payment applicant;
    • receipts/invoices of the funeral expenses. The copy(s) of the document(s) remain with the bank;
    • bank cards related to the client’s accounts to be returned to the bank, if possible. Bank cards have to be destroyed.

    The payment will be made ONLY upon presentation of a death certificate and provided that payments are allowed from the account.

  • What information should the receipts/invoices of the funeral expenses contain?

    The receipts/invoices related to the organisation of a funeral have to contain the name of the deceased and the name of the applicant of the death grant (payer). In addition, the expenditure documents have to include all the required information, such as the details of the service provider, date, invoice number, description of the service/goods.

  • To whom is the death grant paid?

    The amount intended to cover the funeral expenses is paid to the person in whose name the receipts and invoices related to the organisation of the funeral (including outstanding invoices) have been submitted.

    If after the payment the balance of the current account(s) is a total of EUR 0, the agreements and account(s) may also be closed by the person who paid the funeral expenses of the deceased (except in case of credit liabilities).

    If it can be seen that up to EUR 200 remains in the current account(s) after payment, the client’s spouse, adult children, and parents can close the agreements and account on the basis of a document certifying kinship (except in case of credit liabilities). In this case, the payments for covering the funeral expenses and closing the account will be made as a lump sum.

  • Is it possible to cover funeral expenses remotely?

    The amount intended to cover the funeral expenses can be paid remotely. To this end, the applicant for the death grant:

    • has to be a client of Swedbank;
    • has to ensure that the bank as this person’s valid identity document;
    • has to send the receipts and/or invoices related to the funeral organisation to parimistunnistus@swedbank.ee;
    • has to be technically capable of digitally signing documents.

    Once the receipts/invoices have been submitted and it is possible to make the payment for covering the funeral expenses, the required documents will be sent to the grant applicant for digital signature. When the grant applicant sends back the digitally signed documents, a transfer will be made from the deceased client’s account to cover the funeral expenses.

  • What should the person who has reported the person’s death or a successor do if he or she wants to assume the liabilities of the deceased so that the loan is not in arrears?

    In order to agree on the fulfilment of the liabilities with Swedbank AS, please contact us at volgnevused@swedbank.ee.

Guardianship

  • Who are guardians?

    A guardian is a legal representative appointed by a court ruling for a minor or an adult with restricted legal capacity.

    The guardianship, or court ruling, takes effect from the moment it is communicated to the guardian.

    A guardian is appointed for an adult with restricted active legal capacity on a temporary basis for a period of up to 6 months, or for a period of up to 5 years in the case of permanent restricted active legal capacity. After this period has elapsed, the court will reassess whether an extension of the guardianship is necessary. If necessary, the guardianship will be extended. If the need ceases to exist, a new court ruling shall be made terminating the guardianship. In the case of minors a guardian may also be appointed until the individual becomes an adult.

    A guardian may be assigned to either manage all affairs or to perform specific transactions. The scope of the guardian’s duties depends on the court ruling.

  • What can the guardian do?

    Authorised acts are the result of a court ruling (resolution + explanations of the court), which has been digitally signed by the judge or a paper copy that has been stamped/signed by the court.

    A guardian can be granted both custody over a person as well as custody over property.

    Custody over property is required to represent you before a bank. Similarly to a power of attorney, a court ruling does not usually specify bank-specific activities, such as opening/closing a current account.

    The guardian can perform all transactions on behalf of the account holder (unless otherwise specified in the ruling), including opening/closing an account, managing the account, entering into a debit card contract/teleservices agreement. The guardian is the client’s legal representative.

    The guardian may only order a debit card in the name of the ward if the ward has been granted the right to carry out minor transactions by a court ruling or if the ward has been granted a certain monthly amount for free use by a court ruling (this amount must be specifically mentioned in the court ruling). The debit card limit must be within the amount set. The guardian cannot set a higher limit.

    The guardian has the right to order a debit card in his/her own name.

  • What do I need to do to become a guardian in a bank?

    The guardian must submit a court ruling to the bank on the basis of which the person’s legal capacity is restricted and a guardian has been appointed. The guardian must be a registered client of the bank and have a valid identity document. We also need to have a valid identity document for the ward, in order to carry out a transaction on behalf of the ward.

    If the guardian is a local authority (rural municipality/city municipality), the following must be provided:

    • Court ruling regarding the appointing of a guardian.
    • A city/municipality order or power of attorney, with which official(s) is (are) appointed to exercise guardianship on behalf of the municipality. The order does not have to contain name or personal identification code of the ward if it will be submitted together with the court ruling establishing guardianship.
    • NB! The representative appointed by the city or rural municipality is not a legal representative, but an authorised representative.

    A court judgment/ruling appointing a guardian that has been issued abroad must be recognised by Harju County Court (the court will issue a separate court ruling regarding approval).

    If a legal person has been appointed as the guardian, then the Bank shall accept the legal representative of the registered legal person as the representative.

    If the court has not appointed a guardian for a minor without a guardian, the minor may be represented in the bank by a legal representative (rural municipality mayor, or mayor in the case of a city) or a person appointed (authorised) by the city or rural municipality government. The authorised person must submit a document certifying that legal acts have been carried out on behalf of the minor without a guardian, which must be in the form of an order (Order) or a power of attorney. The order shall be signed by the mayor and the city secretary or by the rural municipality mayor and the rural municipality secretary. The mayor or the mayor of the rural municipality signs the power of attorney.

    NB! The caregiver is not the legal representative of the client. A foster care contract does not give the caregiver/person representing the foster family the right to represent the child placed in the foster family in banking transactions. The existence of such a right requires the submission of the aforementioned Order.

  • Digitally signed guardianship documents

    The digitally signed documents certifying the establishment or termination of guardianship must be sent to the Bank’s general e-mail address info@swedbank.ee.

    NB! The Bank will not carry out transactions on the basis of a digitally signed guardianship document submitted to us on paper.

Processing personal data

Swedbank is gradually changing how we compile personal offers.

In order to avoid abrupt changes to customers’ user experience, customers will be able to provide their consents for personal data processing until 31 July 2022.

We respect the privacy of our customers and will therefore we provide you with more information on how we process personal data, as well as on what are your rights and options.

  • By providing us consent to process your personal data, you will continue to receive personal offers and we will be able to keep improving your customer experience.
  • Should you decide not to provide consent, we will stop processing your personal data for the purpose of personal offers and personalised limits for bank services within 5 days. This means that you will stop seeing personal offers, credit and insurance limits in the internet bank and mobile app, nor receive them via other channels either. However, if you allow us to send you e-mails, you will continue to receive informative newsletters, birthday greetings, and invitations to participate in the customer satisfaction surveys.
  • If you do not decide whether or not to provide consent by 31 July 2022, we will stop processing your personal data for the purposes that require consent. You will, of course, be able to provide consent at any time after that date as well.

Only personal data that is strictly necessary to be processed will be processed; we do so to compile offers automatically and to provide financial advice. As a result of this, we can show you personalised recommendations that are likely to match your needs and interests, or personal credit, leasing and insurance limits that we believe meet your capabilities and insurance needs.

We process personal data keeping the customer’s needs in mind, for example:

  • we analyse which banking solutions the customer is using and which not and remind them about the solutions that they are missing out on to ensure that the customer can have access to their money 24/7;
  • we process the customer’s account data, incl. their income and transactions as well as obligations, in order to offer loan and leasing limits that would not threaten the customer’s financial stability and alternatives to bank services that the customer is currently using;
  • we process data related to the customer’s income, savings, age, etc., in order to ensure that the customer has chosen solutions that strengthen their financial well-being and security, and to avoid situations where the chosen solutions can result in extra costs incurred by the customer or limited access to their money in case of emergency;
  • by processing the customer’s data, we are able to recommend bank services and products that other similar customers already benefit from;
  • we can also advise a customer to cancel an active contract if that is in the best interest of the customer or if the customer’s financial standing enables to do so, for example, we might recommend that a customer repays their loan before the maturity date if they have sufficient funds in their account.
  • We process data that allows us to make segment-specific offers.

Swedbank Group companies (e.g. Swedbank Liising AS, Swedbank P&C Insurance AS, Swedbank Life Insurance SE and Swedbank Investeerimisfondid AS) work together to provide you the best financial advice and customer experience. In order to make personal offers, we need your consent for sharing your personal data with other companies of the Group.

Even though personal data is shared within Swedbank, responsibility for the data processing remains with the specific Swedbank Group company whose services and products you use. The task of creating personal offers has been delegated to the bank. Only personal data that is strictly necessary to be processed will be processed and we do so to automatically.

There may be several reasons:

  • We are still obliged to send you important information regarding updates and changes to our bank services if you use our products or services. You will receive such information by e-mail, SMS, post, phone or in the internet bank or mobile app.
  • We will send you newsletters, greetings and customer satisfaction surveys based on Swedbank’s legitimate interest. We appreciate any feedback from you on our services and think that news about Swedbank would be useful to you. However, if you do not want to receive this kind of information, head to the “Channels for receiving offers” page on the internet bank and opt out of receiving emails with offers and information.

We display, in newsletters and on the internet bank, the same partner discounts to the entire customer group based on legitimate interest. In the case of a personalised partner offer for a specific group of customers, we base our actions on the customer’s consent for receiving partners’ offers.

To manage your consents, head to the “Legal information” section in the footer of the internet bank home page, open the “Processing of Client Data” page and make appropriate changes in the “Options on personal data processing” section, or click on the your profile icon after logging into the internet bank and open the “Privacy settings” page.

You can withdraw your consent at any time in the internet bank, at a bank branch or by calling the Consultation Centre. Swedbank will stop processing your personal data for the purpose the consent of which you have withdrawn within 5 days.

We do not share the personal data of our customers with our partners.

You will receive offers based on the current logic by 31 July 2022. However, new consents enable us to process more personal data, which in turn allows to compile more personalised offers. Therefore, if you do not provide the new consents, you may miss out on some great offers and opportunities. If you do not provide consents, we will not be able to send you personal recommendations regarding products and services. Neither will you see how big of a loan or lease you could get and your loan application process could take more time.

Naturally, you can give consent for personal data processing at any time after 31 July 2022 as well; we will start preparing personal offers as soon as we receive your consent for the specific purpose.

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