- 1). Make sure you qualify to open a bank account in Japan. To open an account you will need to be residing in Japan for at least 90 days.
- 2). Decide on the bank you want to open your account with. If you are not proficient in Japanese, you may want to consider a larger bank where some of the tellers are likely to be fluent in English. Some to consider are Citibank Japan, Mizuho, Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi and Sumitomo Mitsui.
- 3). Different banks require different identification. Check to see what the bank you are planning to open your account with requires. You may need a visa, alien identification form and passport.
- 4). Go to the bank and get the proper forms. Most Japanese banks are open between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. and will have application forms in both Japanese and English.
- 5). Complete the forms and sign the paperwork or use your personal signature stamp.
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