How to Export CSV from Your Bank

Step-by-step guides to export your bank transactions in CSV format for import into StashFlow

Choose your bank from the dropdown to see specific instructions for exporting your transactions

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BNP Paribas

Export guide

1

Access your online banking

Log in to your BNP Paribas online banking space

  • Go to https://www.bnpparibas.fr
  • Click on "Connexion" in the top right corner
  • Enter your credentials (customer number and password)
  • If you use a mobile app, you can also export from there
2

Navigate to your account statements

Find the export section for your transactions

  • In the main menu, click on "Mes comptes" (My accounts)
  • Select the account you want to export
  • Click on "Relevés" (Statements) or "Opérations" (Transactions)
  • You will see your transaction history
3

Select the export period

Choose the time period for your transactions

  • Use the date filter to select your desired period
  • Recommended: Export at least 3-6 months of data for best analysis
  • Maximum period available: Usually 13 months of history
  • Select the start and end dates for your export
4

Export in CSV format

Download your transactions as a CSV file

  • Look for an "Exporter" (Export) or "Télécharger" (Download) button
  • Select "CSV" or "Excel" format (Excel can be converted to CSV)
  • Click "Exporter" and wait for the file to download
  • The file will typically be named something like "releve_XXXXX.csv"

📝 Important Notes

  • BNP Paribas exports typically include columns: Date, Label, Debit, Credit
  • Date format is usually DD/MM/YYYY
  • Amounts use comma (,) as decimal separator
  • If you export in Excel format, save it as CSV using Excel's "Save As" function

💡 Pro Tips

  • For best results, export from your main checking account
  • Make sure to export the "simplified label" version if available
  • BNP Paribas mobile app also allows CSV export in the statements section

General CSV Export Tips

What to Check Before Importing

  • • Your CSV file contains Date and Label columns
  • • Date format is readable (DD/MM/YYYY or similar)
  • • Amount columns (Debit/Credit) are present
  • • The file is saved with .csv extension
  • • File size is reasonable (not corrupted)

⚠️ Common Issues

  • • If Excel format is downloaded, convert to CSV using "Save As"
  • • Some banks use different column names - StashFlow will try to detect them
  • • Make sure decimal separator is consistent (comma or period)
  • • Export at least 3 months for accurate fixed charge detection

Ready to Import?

Once you have your CSV file, import it into StashFlow to start analyzing your finances