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FAQs

Can I open a BPI account online? ›

You can open an account anytime, anywhere. Go to the app, tap "Open a new account", and tap "Create a bank account". Fill out your personal details and account options, photograph your BPI-approved valid ID and take a selfie. Fill in the additional details.

Yes, it is possible to open a bank account in the Philippines while abroad without visiting a branch. Many national Philippine banks provide online application and verification processes for overseas Filipino applicants.

Opening a bank account at BPI is simple and very fast. Just bring your Citizen Card and a Due Date Receipt and some data is filled in automatically. If you do not have your Citizen Card PIN, you must bring proof of address. Then just fill in the missing information, sign and you're done!

Yes, you may open a deposit account through the BPI app.

Yes. RCBC's online banking platform allows you to open various accounts tailored to your financial needs.

Due to documentation requirements, it isn't usually possible to open a Philippine bank account from abroad as a US citizen. This service may be offered to Filipino citizens, but as a foreigner you'll usually need to be resident in the Philippines to get your account opened.

Expats typically choose either national banks such as Philippine National Bank, Metrobank and Bank of the Philippine Islands or international institutions such as Citibank, Bank of America and HBSC.

Was your account deducted P300? This could be the service charge of your deposit account for falling below the required minimum average daily balance (ADB). To avoid paying this service fee, make sure your account's ADB is met! Here's a guide on how to compute it.

How much is the limit of BPI savings account? ›

According to the BPI website, the maximum limit for a BPI bank savings account is PHP 2,000,000. This is the same for all types of BPI savings accounts, including Regular Savings, Jumpstart Savings, and Maxi Saver.

Your BPI ePay Mastercard is a Prepaid Card and not a deposit account, there is no maintaining balance required.

You just need to submit one (1) valid Philippine government-issued ID with photo and signature, duly accomplished, and signed application form, and your income documents.

Your BPI Debit Mastercard has one (1) Main Deposit Account and can have up to nine (9) other Linked Deposit Accounts. The Main Deposit Account of your card can be viewed and used at BPI and non-BPI ATMs here and abroad while Linked Deposit can only be used for withdraw and other transactions at BPI ATMs.

Generally, yes. You can open a checking account online in just a few minutes with an online bank or credit union or with traditional banks and credit unions that offer online banking and checking accounts. The funds in your new account may take a few days to process, though.

Smart Banking at your fingertips. Open an account through the app without going to the bank.

Different financial institutions have different processes, but you can typically request to open a savings account either online, in-branch or over the phone. If there's a minimum deposit requirement, you'll need to deposit that amount.