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Proof of Funds - Opening a bank account while overseas

lef

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Jul 31, 2017
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SETTLEMENT FUND: OPENING A CANADIAN BANK ACCOUNT WHILE OVERSEAS


Hi!
I read there is a start right program in Scotia Bank where you can open an international bank account online and wire transfer your funds prior to your first arrival in Canada as permanent resident.
The same account can be used as proof of funds/settlement funds to the immigration officer.

Has anyone here used this service of Scotia Bank? How was your experience with the immigration officer?
Did you have any issues with safekeeping your funds this way?


Any other Canadian bank you have used to open an account for your settlement funds prior to your arrival in Canada?

Thank you