There are several Spanish and International bank offices available for students to open a bank account. This is a highly recommended procedure as utilities are usually paid for via bank accounts in Spain.

In order to open an account it is necessary to show the Foreigner Identification Number (NIE). Some banks and Cajas de Ahorros ask for a photocopy of the passport and proof of registration at the UC.

The opening hours of the bank offices on campus are: from 9:30 to 14:00 and from 16:30 to 18:30 h. for Caja Cantabria, and from 8:30 to 14:00 and from 17:00 to 18.30 for Banco Santander. In general the opening hours of Spanish business are from 10 to 13:30 pm and from 17 to 20pm.

The main Post Office is located at Plaza de Alfonso XIII. There are other offices all over the city, provided with fax services and postal transfer services. Information about the location and timetables of the main office can be found in the Post Office Web page.

	OFICINA DE CORREOS Plaza Alfonso XIII. Santander
		+34 942 365519
	Web: http://www.correos.es