How to Open an NRE (Non Resident External) Bank Account?

In order to open an NRO account, you need to follow following steps:

  • Download NRE account opening form from bank's website or obtain it from the bank.
  • Fill up the form well and make sure that all columns like your personal details, contact numbers, special instructions etc. are complete.
  • Fill up the nomination form.
  • Attach a self certified copy of your passport, as a Proof of Identity, containing your personal information including visa page.
  • Attach Address(abroad) proof.
  • Attach VISA or PR or Employement proof.
  • Paste current passport size colour photograph of all the holders on account opening form duly signed across.
  • Get the introduction column signed from an existing account holder of our bank, who is well known to you, giving his/her account number and name of the branch.
  • You may also get the account introduced from your existing bank.
  • Post / courier or submit in a person to your home branch or preferred branch this fully completed account opening application form along with all the required enclosures.
  • Make initial remittance.