01
Checking & savings
Planned U.S. checking and savings access through appropriately authorized providers, with clear account terms and student-focused onboarding.
The planned platform
U.S. accounts, cards
and tuition payments.
An iOS-first financial experience for international students, designed with future banking and infrastructure partners.
In development · Seeking partnersU.S. checking accounts
A digital account experience
for eligible students.
Our goal is to make applying for a U.S. checking account possible online, including a pathway for eligible international students using a passport.
Required documents, supported locations, residency requirements and account-opening timing will depend on the selected banking provider. A passport alone may not be sufficient.
Discuss account infrastructureSIMBA MONEYProduct concept
Your next chapter,
in one place.
U.S. checkingEveryday money, thoughtfully organized
PlannedCardsA connected spending experience
Move moneyACH, wire and international funding
Plan a tuition paymentExplore supported university payment routes
Funding from homeSee available corridors and requirements
Keep a clear recordPayment details and status in one view
Stay connectedExplore U.S. number and SIM options
Find relevant coverAccess to specialist insurance providers
Settle into student lifeUniversity and education partner support
Illustrative interface. No account is open and no financial service is available here.
The product roadmap
Four product priorities.
Each capability is in development. Final features, providers, pricing and eligibility will be published before availability.
02
Debit & credit cards
We are exploring debit cards and both secured and unsecured student credit cards. No credit card program is currently available; any future offer will depend on an issuing partner, underwriting and applicable requirements.
03
ACH & wire transfers
Planned domestic payment capabilities, subject to supported networks, transaction limits and provider controls.
04
International funding & tuition
A proposed way to move money from supported countries and pay participating universities, with exchange rates, fees and delivery estimates disclosed before payment.
A clear starting point
Before launch.
Can students open an account now?
No. The U.S. platform is in development and this website is for partnership discussions. We are not accepting consumer account applications or deposits.
Will an account be ready before arrival?
That is a design goal, not a current promise. Pre-arrival eligibility and account-opening timing will be agreed with the selected provider and may depend on residence, documentation and arrival status.
Is Simba Money a U.S. bank?
No. Simba Money LLC is a financial technology company. Any future banking service will require an appropriate provider and clearly disclosed terms.
Are the cards and mobile app available?
No. The iOS application, debit and credit card capabilities are planned. There is no U.S. app download, card application or credit approval available on this website.
Capability map
The proposed platform, in detail.
| Capability | Student experience | What must be agreed |
|---|---|---|
| Checking & savings | Online application and account access | Bank eligibility, documentation, disclosures and account terms |
| Debit cards | Everyday spending and card controls | Issuer, card network, processor and program approval |
| Student credit | Potential secured and unsecured options | Lender underwriting, pricing, credit reporting and servicing |
| International funding | Supported routes from a student’s home country | Geographies, payment methods, rates, fees and screening |
| Tuition payments | Recipient details, references and payment updates | Institution acceptance, reconciliation and settlement |
| Student services | Access to specialist providers | Provider qualifications, service terms and consent |
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We are seeking banking, payment, university and specialist service partners for the proposed U.S. program.