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Do I have to be a National Bank client to open an account with NBDB?
No. You do not have to be a National Bank client to open a brokerage account with NBDB.
Want to know more? Visit our Open a brokerage account page.
That said, holding a National Bank chequing account can make your operations like fund transfers easier. Find out which account is right for you.
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Why are you asking me my banking information when I open my brokerage account? When you open a brokerage account, we need your banking information to link your account. -
Can I access my account application online if it is not yet complete? Yes, you can access and resume an account opening application within 30 days of starting the request. -
How long will it take to open my account? Opening your account may take between 2 and 5 business days. Next steps: verify your identity and start trading. -
Can I fax my account application? You can open a brokerage account online with no faxing required, or call us for documentation. Handwritten signatures are accepted by mail or at a National Bank branch. -
Why are you asking me how I plan to use my accounts when I open them? The Proceeds of Crime and Terrorist Financing Regulations (external bodies) require that we ask this information when you open a brokerage account.
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