How can an NRI open an account?
A. The easiest way of opening an account would be to contact the nearest branch of Bombay Mercantile Co-op. Bank who would gladly assist in fulfilling the required formalities and opening an account. If Bombay Mercantile Co-op. Bank branch is away, then following documents may be sent to the branch where account is desired to be opened :- Account may be introduced by an existing customer of the branch or may be verified by present banker or by Embassy Officials abroad. Copies of important pages of passport (containing name, signature, birth-date, place/ date of issue, expiry date etc) duly authenticated by Notary Public/ Officials of Indian Embassy. Two passport size photographs with signatures on reverse Remittance for opening an account.
