- 1). Open the bank's website and follow the prompts to open an account. Fill out your personal information. Typical information requested is name, address, phone number and Social Security number.
- 2). Read the instructions on the website regarding identification. Determine how many forms of ID are required and what types of ID are acceptable to the bank.
- 3). Scan the required IDs and save them to your computer. If you do not have a scanner at home, you can take your ID to a print shop and have the scans put on a disk. Upload the disk to your computer.
- 4). Submit the identification to the bank. There will be a form to upload the images to the website.
- 5). Make your initial deposit. The amount will vary based on the bank, but typically runs between $50 and $100. You can use a debit card, credit card or wire transfer.
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