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Convenient banking solutions for newcomers
As you start settling in Canada, you may want to open chequing and savings accounts to help you manage your money. At TD, we offer multiple chequing and savings account options for you to choose from. As newcomers to Canada, you can take advantage of exclusive offers on selected accounts.
Choose an account that is right for you
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Chequing Accounts
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Savings Accounts
Chequing vs. Savings accounts: Which account suits me better?
Below is a brief description of the difference between a chequing and savings account and why, depending on your financial goals, you may need to consider having both.
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Open a bank account before you arrive
If you're currently a resident of China or India and are planning to move to Canada, here are the steps you need to take to open a bank account up to 75 days before your arrival.
Upon arrival, visit a branch to activate your new bank account.
Bring 1 of the following pieces of residency identification with you:
- Permanent Resident Card
- Immigrant Visa and Record of Landing (IMM Form #1000)
- Confirmation of Permanent Residence (IMM Form #5292/5688) or Temporary Work Permit (IMM Form #1442/1102) or Study Permit (IMM Form #1208)
*International Students will need Proof of enrollment in a post-secondary program.
Frequently asked questions
Before opening a bank account, here are some things to consider:
- Are there any fees associated with the account?
- Are you using the account to save money or to use on everyday purchases?
- Are there bonus offers you can take advantage of?
At TD, we offer several account types to choose from so you can find a bank account that suits your needs.
Although opening a bank account is not dependent on your credit history, it's still important to start building your credit history in Canada.
At TD, we understand that as a Newcomer, you may not have a home address upon arriving in Canada. When opening a bank account, we do require 1 piece of residency identification and 1 personal identification. You can provide us with the following:
1 residency identification:
- Immigrant Visa and Record of Landing (IMM Form #1000), or
- Confirmation of Permanent Residence (IMM Form #5292/5688) or Temporary Work Permit (IMM Form #1442/1102) or Study Permit (IMM Form #1208).
And 1 personal identification:
- Valid passport
- Canadian driver's licence
- Canadian Government ID Card