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We need a minimum of information and documents to open you an account:

When you set up the appointment
  1. Information about your banking needs (account currency, amount of deposit, standard transactions you will require, preferred language, etc.)
  2. Information about the economic origin of your funds .
  3. Information about how much you plan to deposit on your account within the first 12 months or so.

When you come
  1. Your passport. You do not need to get an apostille.
  2. A recent utility bill (water, gas, electricity but not telephone) to validate your legal address.
  3. Any documents necessary to substantiate your economic background. These documents will depend on your profession and the source of your funds. We will let you know which ones are required in your case (copy of your employment contract, diploma, bill of sale, etc.).

This information is protected by Swiss bank secrecy and will remain strictly confidential.

Don't hesitate to contact us for further information.


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