Open a bank account in Suriname
Guidance on preparing to open a local bank account in Suriname, including the documents and practical steps that may apply to your move.
Where to go in Suriname
Bank: Republic Bank (Suriname) N.V.
Account to ask for: e-Free
CurrencySRD
Minimum to openSRD 25
What to bring
What Republic Bank asks for when you open a e-Free in Suriname:
- One form of ID that clearly states your nationality, such as a national ID card or passport. A driver's licence without a nationality statement needs a second, supporting ID (national ID, passport or nationality certificate). Dual nationals bring ID for each nationality
- A recent utility bill, plus an authorisation letter if it isn't in your name
- A job letter and pay slip. A reference letter may also be asked for, depending on your situation
If you are not resident yet
Opening before you have moved, or while your status is still being sorted out? Republic Bank asks for these on top of the documents above:
- A utility bill covering the last three months, or your lease agreement
- Proof of income: job letter and payslip, or financials if you run a business
- A banker's reference letter from your current bank
- Your work permit, CARICOM Skills Certificate or student documentation, where these apply
Good to know
- No monthly maintenance fee. One free in-branch debit a month; further ones cost SRD 75 plus 10% VAT. ATM withdrawals cost SRD 11 each, but point-of-sale transactions are free up to SRD 100,000 a day.
- Balances of SRD 500,000 or more earn 0.25% interest, paid on the last working day of the month.
- Banking here is conducted in Dutch as well as English. Ask whether your documents need a translation.
This is guidance, and banks change their fees and document lists. Confirm the current requirements with Republic Bank (Suriname) N.V. before you travel to a branch.
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