State-owned bank
PrivatBank
Made in Ukraine. Made for Ukraine. Founded in 1992, nationalized in 2016. Headquartered in Київ. Market share — 30%.
Quick Facts — PrivatBank
| Legal name | АТ КБ «ПриватБанк» |
|---|---|
| Bank type | State-owned bank |
| Founded | 1992 |
| Nationalized | 2016 |
| Headquarters | Київ (Ukraine) |
| NBU licence № | 22 |
| Official website | privatbank.ua ↗ |
| Market share | ~30% of banking system assets |
| Customer segments | retail, sme, corporate |
PrivatBank products
PrivatBank serves customer segments: retail, sme, corporate. Full pricing and terms for each product — on the bank's official website: privatbank.ua.
History and positioning
PrivatBank is a state-owned bank of Ukraine. It is owned by the Ukrainian state and supervised directly by the Ministry of Finance or the Cabinet of Ministers. State-owned banks enjoy higher public trust during crisis periods and are not subject to routine licence revocation.
FAQ
When was PrivatBank founded?
PrivatBank was founded in 1992 in Київ. Full legal name — АТ КБ «ПриватБанк». Operates under NBU banking licence №22.
What does PrivatBank offer to individuals?
Main retail products at PrivatBank: Payment cards, Deposits, Business loans, Consumer loans, Online banking, Currency exchange. Tariffs and conditions are listed on the official website.
Can I open an account with PrivatBank online?
Most Ukrainian banks (including PrivatBank) support online account opening via app or website, with verification via Diia or video call. Full instructions on the official website: privatbank.ua.
Does the Deposit Guarantee Fund cover deposits at PrivatBank?
Yes, PrivatBank is a member of the Ukrainian Deposit Guarantee Fund (DGF). Since 1 April 2024, the DGF covers up to UAH 600,000 per depositor per bank in case of bank failure.