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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Never had an account abroad” is a legendary card of the French Politics pack, number 43 of the collection, and the 9th best-known meme of its 127 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Never had an account abroad” meme mean?
This format highlights the absurdity of a categorical denial quickly contradicted by facts. It expresses disbelief at audacious lies or assumed hypocrisy. Users employ it to criticize someone who denies obvious truths before being caught in the act, marking the gap between spoken words and observed reality.
Where does the “Never had an account abroad” meme come from?
The meme relies on a statement by Jérôme Cahuzac, then Minister Delegate for the Budget. On December 5, 2012, during a question session at the National Assembly, he answered MP Daniel Fasquelle. He stated: "I do not have, I have never had an account abroad, neither now nor before." Mediapart soon revealed the existence of an undeclared Swiss account. Cahuzac admitted possession on April 2, 2013. He was convicted on appeal on May 15, 2018, to four years in prison for tax fraud and money laundering. The meme juxtaposes this initial utterance with the judicial consequences, underscoring the public lie.
- 2012-12-05Jérôme Cahuzac denies owning an overseas bank account at the National Assembly.
- 2013-04-02The minister publicly admits holding an undeclared Swiss account.
- 2018-05-15The appeals court convicts Jérôme Cahuzac to four years in prison for tax fraud.
How to use the “Never had an account abroad” meme
- Cite this meme to ridicule a politician accused of hiding finances.
- Use the image to mock a colleague who denied a mistake before it was proven.
- Comment on news revealing contradictions in recent official statements.
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The “Never had an account abroad” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 043 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Legendary |
| Collection | French Politics pack |
| Fame | 92/100 · #9 of 127 |
| Recycle value | 40 MemeCoins (120 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Never had an account abroad” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Never had an account abroad comes out of the French Politics pack as a legendary card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 40 MemeCoins.
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5 meme cards, one of them at least Rare. One free pack per person.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art 0.8%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Jérôme Cahuzac?
Former French Finance Minister convicted for tax fraud linked to an offshore account.
When did he admit having an account abroad?
He admitted possession on April 2, 2013, following Mediapart's revelations.
What is Jérôme Cahuzac's sentence?
Convicted on appeal in 2018 to four years in prison, two suspended.
How do I get the Never had an account abroad meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Never had an account abroad” is a legendary card of the French Politics pack. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Never had an account abroad card?
It is a Legendary card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Jérôme Cahuzac condamné en appel à 4 ans de prison, dont deux avec sursis · VIDÉO - Jérôme Cahuzac s'exprime sur LCI, 9 ans après sa dernière apparition publique | TF1 Info · www.quodat.com · episode-1Mécaniques du journalisme - S1 - Épisode 1 : L’affaire Cahuzac · checked on October 8, 2026.
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