Standard requirements include your Certificate of Incorporation, Memorandum and Articles of Association, register of directors and shareholders, and certified passports and proof of address for all directors and beneficial owners. Banks will also request details on business activity, expected transaction volumes, source of funds, and the purpose of the account.
For investment fund structures and SPVs, additional documentation is typically required, including the fund's offering documents, investment management agreements, and details of the fund administrator. Banks apply heightened due diligence to offshore structures, so a well-prepared and complete documentation package significantly improves the likelihood and speed of a successful application.