text: can us resident open savings account in euro? $800 billion account deficit and growing, compounded with iran's push for euro-traded oil casts certain shadow of suspicion on long term us dollar value. what are other foreign-denominated savings options for us resident? foreign government bonds? what are associated costs with those, minimum sums to invest? is there an internet resource to compare costs/yelds without opening an account? 1) yes 2) you can buy the actual euros (bills), you can have a free paypal account in euros (i can send you a few if you want), you can buy european stocks, european bonds, european etfs, european mutual funds, you can open a gold, silver and platinum account, you can buy a visa or mastercard debit card denominated in euros and many more options.  i can help you with all your international financial needs.  drop me a line if you need more detailed information.