Euro banknotes and coins are used for many payments every day. Private individuals and businesses usually withdraw this cash from their account at their bank. But where do the banks get this cash?

In economic life, people often use banknotes and coins to make small purchases. But when larger amounts are involved, they pay by credit transfer or with a bank card instead of cash.

Die Aufsicht über Kredit- und Finanzdienstleistungsinstitute übt die Bundesanstalt für Finanzdienstleistungsaufsicht in Zusammenarbeit mit der Deutschen Bundesbank aus.

Here you will find a compilation of information, regulations and forms that are necessary for the continuation of cash transactions with the Bundesbank in the event of an incident.