How to Open Your Corporate Bank Account

Business Bank Account Checklist Overview

U.S. commercial banks require corporations (and Limited Liability Companies) to provide a specific list of documents in order to open a Business Bank Account for each newly created entity.

Also, under Federal law, it is mandatory that checks (and other payments) made payable to a company be deposited in a Business Bank Account bearing the same name as the company.

Inc. Plan (USA) is pleased to provide you with a Checklist of key items that you should submit to your bank representative when you apply for your Business Bank Account.
You may print this page for your own reference.

(Please note that the requirements listed below can vary from bank to bank.)

Certificate of Incorporation (or Formation) issued by the Secretary of State
Federal EIN Number
Customized Corporate Seal (included in your Corporate Book)
Photo Identification (typically a driver's license or passport)
Corporate Resolution that specifically designates the individual(s) authorized to act on behalf of your company.

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