Opening an account in a country where you are not resident can be more complicated because providers set their own eligibility criteria and must meet identity and financial-crime requirements.
Why might someone need one?
- Property ownership abroad
- Employment in another country
- International business activity
- Regular expenses in another currency
- Relocation planning
What providers may consider
Eligibility can depend on residence, nationality, source of funds, intended use, local address requirements and the countries supported by the provider.
Consider multi-currency alternatives
Depending on the actual requirement, a multi-currency payment account may solve part of the problem without being the same thing as opening a traditional bank account in another country.
Learn about multi-currency accounts →
Why non-resident eligibility matters
Account availability can depend on residence, nationality, address evidence, customer type and the legal entity offering the product. A provider that works for one international customer may not be available to another.
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