How to open a personal bank account?
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Opening a personal bank account in Trinidad and Tobago is easy, but often requires going into a branch in person.
You'll need to provide:
- Two forms of identification (driver's licence, passport, national ID)
- Proof of address (utility bill, tax assessment, bank statement, rental contract from landlord)
- Proof of employment (job letter)
If you're interested in opening a bank account without going into a branch in person, you can open account online with Republic Bank here.
If you're not a resident of Trinidad and Tobago, more documents will likely be required.
You can read more about the account opening requirements on the bank's website.
The main banks in Trinidad and Tobago are: