Opening a new account?
How to apply
Need to open a Deposit Account?
Effective January 4, 2022, account opening will be conducted on an appointment-only basis.
To book an appointment, please contact our Contact Centre at 242-356-1697 or via email at customercare-bahamas@scotiabank.com.

Identification
Provide ONE piece of government-issued ID, with photograph and signature:
- Passport
- Driver's licence
- Military ID card
- National Insurance Board Card

Secondary ID:
One secondary piece of identification
Any additional Government Issued ID such as:
- Voter’s Card or Birth Certificate
- Residency Permit (if applicable), e.g. Work Permit, Permit to Reside, Spousal Permit, Permanent Resident, etc.

Proof of contact
Any two of the following:
- Telephone Number, e.g. Mobile, Home Phone, etc.
- Proof of Address e.g. Recent Utility Bill, Bank account statement or Copy of lease or letter from landlord
- Valid Email Address
If you are a non-resident customer, a reference letter or a current account statement from a reputable bank is required.

Account opening requirements for a minor
If you are opening an account for a minor, you must be the child’s Parent or Legal Guardian. Therefore, please note the following:
- The child’s birth certificate is required along with a valid Passport.
- Legal Guardians are required to present proof of guardianship.
- Parents and Legal Guardians are required to satisfy identification requirements.
You can download the Application Form.
Scotiabank Deposit Application
N/A | pdf : 599 KB
Also, be sure to read our Personal Financial Services Agreement [PDF 360 kb] for all the details on having an account with Scotiabank.
Have questions? Contact us or visit your nearest Scotiabank branch for more information or any other Scotiabank product or service.

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