No unfortunately you can’t however you can apply to open an account by visiting a NAB branch. You can only apply through the migrant banking channel when opening a bank account in Australia from overseas.
Opening an Australian bank account from overseas
Open a NAB Classic Banking account and an optional NAB iSaver account in Australia from overseas.Features and Eligibility
Here’s how you start
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Open accounts to send money up to 12 months before your arrival
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Get a NAB Classic Banking account for all your everyday transactions
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Add an NAB iSaver account when you apply
What you need to open an account
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Be at least 18 years of age
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Your passport number, email address and Visa information
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The date and city you’ll arrive in
Here's what you'll get
$0
Monthly account fees
It’s your money – keep the extra cash up your sleeve for something else.
$0
Overdrawn fees
If you happen to overdraw your NAB transaction account.
$0
Withdrawal fee at over 7,000 ATMs
Access over 7,000 ATMs across Australia, and say goodbye to ATM fees.
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Transaction fees (within Australia)
$0
Opening and using your account
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Step 1Apply for a new NAB account online – it’s straightforward and takes around 10 minutes to complete.
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Step 2Opening a bank account in Australia from overseas takes up to three business days – we’ll email you a welcome letter with your NAB account details.
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Step 3You can now transfer funds to your NAB account and view your balance using NAB Internet Banking.
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Step 4When you arrive in Australia, visit your NAB branch – we’ll check your identification and offer you a debit card for purchases.
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Step 5After the branch, you’ll be good to go – welcome to Australia!
Frequently asked questions
I’ve already arrived in Australia. Can I still apply through NAB’s migrant banking channel?
Can I receive my NAB Debit Card before I arrive in Australia?
No, you can’t unfortunately. Your card can be ordered when you arrive at your nominated NAB branch in Australia.
No, you can’t unfortunately. Your card can be ordered when you arrive at your nominated NAB branch in Australia.
How do I organise an appointment with a NAB banker when I arrive?
Your Welcome Letter, which you’ll receive by email after your account is opened, will contain the details of your nominated branch, and next steps you’ll need to take once you arrive in Australia.
Your Welcome Letter, which you’ll receive by email after your account is opened, will contain the details of your nominated branch, and next steps you’ll need to take once you arrive in Australia.
Do I have to open both a NAB Classic Banking account and a NAB iSaver account together?
No, you don’t. You can simply open a NAB Classic Banking account. You can’t open a NAB iSaver account on its own, unfortunately, as it needs to be linked with a NAB Classic Banking account.
No, you don’t. You can simply open a NAB Classic Banking account. You can’t open a NAB iSaver account on its own, unfortunately, as it needs to be linked with a NAB Classic Banking account.
Can I give my Australian employer my account details before I arrive in Australia?
Yes, you can. You simply need to provide them with your new NAB account details, provided with your Welcome Letter, which you’ll receive by email after your account is opened.
Yes, you can. You simply need to provide them with your new NAB account details, provided with your Welcome Letter, which you’ll receive by email after your account is opened.
How do I transfer money to my NAB Account?
You won’t be able to withdraw any money you deposit into your NAB Account until you present your ID in a NAB branch. You can deposit money into your account using International Money Transfer via your current bank or preferred money exchange. You will need your NAB account number, NAB SWIFT code (NATAAU3303M) and details for your nominated NAB branch (they’ll be in your Welcome Letter). Go here to learn more on how to receive money from overseas.
You won’t be able to withdraw any money you deposit into your NAB Account until you present your ID in a NAB branch. You can deposit money into your account using International Money Transfer via your current bank or preferred money exchange. You will need your NAB account number, NAB SWIFT code (NATAAU3303M) and details for your nominated NAB branch (they’ll be in your Welcome Letter). Go here to learn more on how to receive money from overseas.
I am an Australian passport holder (Expat) returning to Australia. Can I open an account through NAB Migrant Banking?
Yes. Australian Expats returning to Australia can open accounts through NAB Migrant Banking. As an Australian passport holder you will need to provide another form of identification document in addition to your passport during your identification checks. This could be your original birth certificate, citizenship certificate, driver's license or a national identification card.
Yes. Australian Expats returning to Australia can open accounts through NAB Migrant Banking. As an Australian passport holder you will need to provide another form of identification document in addition to your passport during your identification checks. This could be your original birth certificate, citizenship certificate, driver's license or a national identification card.
Other options to consider
NAB Classic Banking account
Meet your everyday bank account. Easy access to your money with no monthly account fees.
NAB iSaver
Access your savings whenever you need them, without affecting your interest rate.
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