Find out what you'll need to have handy before you apply for an everyday bank account, savings account or term deposit.
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What do I need to apply for a bank account?
Personal details
Whether you're a new or an existing customer, you may need to provide us with your:
- Name, date of birth, address and contact details (plus those of any additional account holders)
- Tax File Number (this will ensure you don’t pay withholding tax on the account)
- Country (or countries) of residence and, if applicable, your tax identification number
- Linked account details (if you’re applying for an Easy Saver or Bankwest Term Deposit)
- Your Qantas Frequent Flyer number (if you’re applying for a Bankwest Qantas transaction account).
Identification
If you're already a customer, you can skip this step.
If you’re a new customer, we’ll need to verify your identity. You can confirm your identity:
- online by using our electronic ID check
- in person at a participating Australia Post outlet with a completed Transaction and Savings Accounts Identity Verification Form (PDF).
For more detailed information, see a handy list of ID we'll accept.
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