Opening a bank account online is generally easy and can take as little as 15 minutes—less time than you might need to drive to the nearest bank lobby. Here’s how.

Step 1: Choose the type of account you want First, consider what you’ll be using your online bank account for. If you’re building an emergency fund, you’ll want to look into savings accounts.

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Complete the application form with your personal and financial details. Review all the information you’ve entered for accuracy, then submit it through the bank’s secure online portal.

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Every bank has different requirements to open an online account, but in general, you must be a U.S. resident over 18 with a local address to fulfill basic requirements.