Opening a bank account as a foreigner: checklist

Before opening a bank account in Russia, prepare your migration registration and documents, check the bank, and apply in person at a branch.

0/6 steps done

Show businesses near you:

YOUR NEXT STEP

1. Complete your migration registration

Keep the detachable part of the migration-registration document showing your address in Russia.

1. Complete your migration registrationKeep the detachable part of the migration-registration document showing your address in Russia.
2. Choose an authorized bankAsk in advance whether the bank opens accounts for foreigners and which documents it requires.
3. Prepare your documentsBring your passport, visa, migration card, and migration-registration document; if available, also bring your ИНН and СНИЛС numbers.
4. Ask about passport translationFind out in advance whether the bank requires a notarized Russian translation of your passport.

5. Go to the branch in personRead and sign the bank agreement and the fee schedules for accounts, cards, and transfers.
6. Collect your card and applicationA Russian telephone number is generally required for online banking and the Faster Payments System.

Businesses come from the site’s Businesses section; they are not recommendations of the guide. This content is general information, not legal advice.