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Opening a bank account in Poland
- transparent business reputation of Polish banks;
- developed banking system, more than 500 banks operate;
- not high tariffs for servicing accounts and conducting transactions;
- online banking in Ukrainian;
- there are many benefits and simplifications for citizens of Ukraine;
- there is a guarantee of deposits up to 100 000 EUR, including for non-residents;
- operational terms of account opening;
- in Poland it is possible to open both corporate and personal accounts.
Polish banks are famous for their impeccable reputation, as they are not a springboard for money laundering and do not participate in various schemes.
The country's financial system is focused on serving both local citizens and businesses, as well as providing access to banks for foreigners. Banks are strict in identifying new customers and allow opening accounts in Poland online only for citizens and residents of the country. All non-residents are required to undergo personal identification and visit a bank branch, which helps protect the banking system from various abuses.
When opening a personal account in Poland, which is relevant for many Ukrainians, a prerequisite is the presence of a PESEL number. This is a kind of identification number of a person in a country. Some banks may also request a local "residence card", which confirms the legality of being in Poland and the status of a foreign citizen.
In turn, when opening a corporate account in Poland, a non-resident company should take care of having business ties with the country, or have a local office, warehouse or trading partners. Under such conditions, the opportunity to open a bank account in Poland will be guaranteed.
It is worth remembering that each country has its own unique legislative rules and features, therefore, before opening an account in Poland for a non-resident, incl. Ukrainians should consult with lawyers to clarify all the nuances of this process. Azola Legal Services will tell you which bank in Poland is better to open an account, what documents are required for a Ukrainian, help you get a PESEL number and accompany you at all stages of communication with the bank.
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To open an account in Poland, first of all, it is necessary to choose the right bank, taking into account the client's goals, his residency and activities, tariffs and document requirements. After that, it is necessary to prepare all documents, go through compliance, identification and verification procedures, activate the account.
Our lawyers accompany you at every stage of opening an account, communicate directly with bank representatives and help in all organizational matters. If you need a support, leave us a request and we will contact you.