It's easy to open
your New Zealand account now
We've made it easy for you to move your money to New Zealand.
To open an account, simply complete the online
application. If you meet our criteria you'll be able to move your
money into this account straight away. Then, when you arrive in New Zealand,
come in and see us. We'll have your new Eftpos Card (you may know this
as a debit card) ready and we can quickly arrange any other services you
need, there and then.Why
Bank of New Zealand
Bank of New Zealand has a guarantee under the New Zealand
deposit guarantee scheme which expires on 11 October 2010. We're one
of New Zealand's leading full-service banks and we've been helping people
start a new life in this country since 1861. We offer online account
opening options, competitive exchange rates and friendly efficient service.
Here's some information to help you get
to know more about us, the products
and services we can offer and some links to useful
information about living and working in New Zealand.
Get
in touch
With our UK team:
- Free phone 0800 731 7075
- Send an email
to our UK team
Or our NZ team:
- Free phone 0800 766 318
- From overseas, call +64 9 976 6318 (international
toll charges apply)
- Send an email
to our NZ team
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Apply online today
Simply complete our online application form
to open a New Zealand bank account
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Step 1 - apply to open an account
In most cases we'll set up your bank account within
three working days and assign you a dedicated migrant banking specialist
who can provide financial advice to help you prepare for your move to
New Zealand. We don't need copies of your ID or other documents
at this stage, but we'll need to check them once you're here in
New Zealand.
Step 2 - move your money into your new account
Your new account is like a holding account. Once you
have the account number you can start moving money into it. Your exchange
rate will be the market rate at the time of transfer. A processing fee
will apply. We'll confirm deposits into the account by email, but you
won't be able to access the account online or make withdrawals
from it until you come in to see us. If your plans to move to New Zealand
change for any reason, or your account is not activated within 12 months
of being opened, your funds will be returned to the account you transferred
them from.
Step 3 - activate your Bank
of New Zealand account
Before you leave make an appointment to visit your migrant
banking specialist in New Zealand to complete your documentation, activate
your account and pick up your new Eftpos card. If you applied for a
joint account, you'll both have to be present at the same time. You'll
be able to access your money as soon as your account is activated. We
can also arrange internet and telephone banking, credit cards and any
other products or services you require.
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