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What documentation will I have to provide to open a US business bank account?
2009.04.09
Requirements include:
- A clear copy of a valid passport.
- A clear copy of a second form of identification (a driver's license or a national ID).
- A clear copy of a recent utility bill (in English) displaying your name and current local address.
- A bank reference letter (in English) from your local personal banker stating the duration of time you have held the account and confirmation that the account is still in good standing.
- A clear copy of the letter from the Internal Revenue Services (IRS) confirming your Federal Tax Identification Number (EIN). If you do not have a EIN number, one may be obtained through us. If you did not Incorporate your business through IncorpToday, please provide a clear copy of your Certificate of Incorporation or Certificate of Formation.
- A clear copy of the Certificate of Good Standing from the state in which you incorporated will be required if you have conducted business for more than six months. If your business was incorporated through our service, you may order a copy through us.
- The names of individuals who will have account access must be listed on the Certificate of Incorporation or Certificate of Formation. Otherwise, a clear copy of your company bylaws or operating agreement must provide that information.
