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Academia Account

The Academia Account is a hybrid account (current and savings) for young people between the ages of 13 and 25, available in US dollars (USD).

How to open an Academia Young Person's Account ?

In order to open a current account, the following requirements must be met : 

  1. Eligibility requirements: be between 18 and 24 years old

N.B. = From the moment the account holder reaches the age of 25, the account must be transformed into

       2.  Conditions for opening an account :  

  • Complete the account opening form + FATCA
  • Fill in acknowledgement of receipt RGO ;
  • Be in possession of a valid identity document (passport, ID card, driver license) ;
  • Present a birth certificate, if the young person is a minor ;
  • Bring two color passport photos ;
  • Also have two color passport photos for the representative, if the young person is a minor.

What are the benefits of the Academia Young Person's Account ?

To facilitate withdrawals, a VISA card is linked to this account. Other advantages are as follows :

  • Cards and digital services: all in a low-cost package (see the Academia package).
  • No account closing fees
  • Annual interest rate up to 4%.  

What operations can I carry out with the Academia Young Person’s Account ?  

The Academia Young Person’s Account accepts the following banking transactions :

  • Deposit and withdrawal at the counter
  • Withdrawal and payment with card
  • Repatriation

Documents to download

  • FATCA : Data Collection Form
  • RGO : General Regulations of Operations