Setting up a Bank Account - Singapore
Bank accounts are relatively easy to open in Singapore. You will require proof of identification such as a passport or driving licence, proof of an address in Singapore and as a precaution, a reference from your bank in your home country. Most banks also have a minimum initial deposit.
The majority of banks and ATMs will allow you to withdraw from international bank accounts, provided your bankcard has an international symbol on it, such as Cirrus. We recommend that before departure for Singapore you check with your bank that you can use international banking services.
The leading banks in Singapore include:
