I'm a Canadian citizen living in the US. I want to open a Canadian bank account as a place to keep some money outside of the perils of the US financial system. I am not planning to move back to Canada in the near term.
I was told I could open an account in person (e.g. at a branch in Vancouver) so long as I had a valid Canadian passport, however RBC tells me I have to be planning to move to Canada to open an account.
Does anyone have experience with this scenario who might provide me some guidance?[/img]
US Resident wants CDN Bank Account - not moving immediately
Moderator: Mark T Serbinski CA CPA
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CraigInPDX
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Most Cdns keep their account active when they leave US, and thus don't need to open one as a non-resident, so your situation is somewhat unusual.
But I'm sure that some, who closed their accounts, and then later wanted to re-open one are out there....I've never heard of ANYONE not being able to open an account in Canada for any reason, especially in person.
But I'm sure that some, who closed their accounts, and then later wanted to re-open one are out there....I've never heard of ANYONE not being able to open an account in Canada for any reason, especially in person.
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