How to Open a New Bank Account in Canada as new Immigrant.
Information for opening a new bank account by new landed immigrants or permanent residents.
Types of Accounts:
- Checking (Interest free - no profit/loss)
-Saving (Interest is paid)
Types of Monthly Plans
-Limited Transactions Plan (15-25 transaction per month, no minimum balance required, monthly fee approx $15)
_ Unlimited Transactions Plan (Monthly fee of $25-30, 30, minimum balance of $3000-5000 required to waive monthly fee)
Documents required to Open Account
-Permanent resident Card
-Confirmation of Permanent Residence
-Passport
- Proof of Address (rental lease agreement, utility bill, drivers license)
Here are links to open account in five best banks in Canada. TD and CIBC are preferred due to large number of branches and accessibility
TD Canada Trust Bank
Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC)
Royal Bank of Canada
Bank of Montreal (BMO)
Scotia Bank
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