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Bank Accounts for International Students

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Moving to the USA for school is exciting, but managing your money shouldn't be a hurdle. Specialized student bank accounts are designed specifically for international students who haven't received a Social Security Number. You could go in person to one of the banks branches a few weeks after you arrived in the USA but even easier before you go abroad to study consider opening a Wise multi-currency account. You get your own free local bank account details in the USA so you can have a local bank account before arriving. It’s a great tool for international payments with low fees. 

 

Easy Online Signup

Apply in minutes from your phone using just your passport and visa to get a International Student Account

Low or No Fees

Student-friendly accounts with no monthly maintenance fees or minimum balances. 

Physical Debit Card

Receive a Visa or Mastercard debit card to shop online and in person.

ATM Access

Withdraw cash at thousands of fee-free ATMs across the United States.

How to open your account in 3 steps

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Choose Wise

Verify Identity

Start Banking

Select the service such as international account, wire transfer that best fits your needs as an international student.

Upload a photo of your passport and I-20 or visa through their secure mobile app.

Once approved, add your virtual card to your wallet and start spending immediately.

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