[mamilli]

Hi guys,

I'm hoping to open a bank account soon but no one seems willing to let me! They keep asking for a letter from my employer.

Can't expat wives not have bank accounts?

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[Theresa Ng]

Yes, you can do a joint name accounts with your wife . For herse lf will not be possible unless she have a working permit. That is why they ask for letter of employment.

 

[mamilli]

Thanks Theresa. At least now I know.

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[roystevenung]

Yup, open a joint acct, either party to sign

 

[freshprince]

Hi guys,

I'm hoping to open a bank account soon but no one seems willing to let me! They keep asking for a letter from my employer.

Can't expat wives not have bank accounts?

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Ive checked with HSBC and they have no issues as long as you are their global premier client.

 

[marilyn555]

I worked in a bank in Msia before, some banks even require you to provide them your marriage cert~ and yes, your wife cant have a individual account by herself if she is not working, but joint account is allowed~