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isme888
Joined 2014
Posts: 26

Opening bank account

6 years ago

Hi, I just returned from another yearly trip to JA.
I use to have a RBC bank account in May Pen when I heard RBC was leaving JA I closed my account as I didn't know about the new bank taking it's place. I'm sorry I did as it's very hard opening a new account. Every time I go I bring all my info only to find new info requirement rules & I have to hold off till my next trip. Its is easier to get my CA passport and JA TRN which took 40 minutes and was easy as pie.
Now MY question: is it only foreign banks that are this cumbersome or is it ALL even local banks ie Jamaica National ?
I want to continue building my house again and need an account. I perfered Canadian affiliated but will settle for any bank at this point. Anything that you can suggest would be great.
Thanks

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