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gwiw2011

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Can anyone tell me if I can get a lawyer to open a USA bank account for me as i am a non-resident and would like to open a USA bank account.

I have read and tried contacting the US banks directly, but was told I would have to go in person. I have also been told to see if I can get a lawyer open the US account for me.

Is this a possible method and how much will it cost?

Appreciate any help anyone can provide on this matter as well as any legitimate contacts that will product results!

Thanks
 
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Antigone*

Senior Member
gwiw2011 said:
Can anyone tell me if I can get a lawyer to open a USA bank account for me as i am a non-resident and would like to open a USA bank account.

I have read and tried contacting the US banks directly, but was told I would have to go in person. I have also been told to see if I can get a lawyer open the US account for me.

Is this a possible method and how much will it cost?

Appreciate any help anyone can provide on this matter as well as any legitimate contacts that will product results!

Thanks
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Banks have to comply with U.S. Patriot Act provisions. It is highly unlikely that a bank will open an account if the account owner is not able to satisfy all the know-your-customer requirements Stateside.

If you had a relationship with a wealth manager already in the U.S., then my answer may be different, but POA from an attorney alone is not going to help.
 
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