How to Open a US Bank Account as a Non-Resident or Tourist
When most people think about offshore or international banking, they don’t think about opening a US bank account as a non-resident. In fact, the US
December 5, 2019
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How to Use Offshore Accounts to Protect Your Assets
If you don’t have a foreign bank account, you’re exposing your assets to risk. Why? Because you’re keeping all your eggs in one basket. And
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Is Your Money Safe in a Bank During a Recession?
A lot of people are probably wondering whether their money is safe at a bank during a recession. We get it. There’s another talking head
December 3, 2019
Singapore Non-Resident Bank Account: Open Your Eyes & Avoid Risks Like the Rich
If you’re interested in opening a Singapore non-resident bank account, there are a few things you need to know. Including the fact that in 1968,
December 2, 2019
How to Legally Avoid Taxes With Offshore Accounts
Many people mistakenly think that they can avoid taxes with offshore accounts. But, the truth is, an offshore bank account alone can’t be used to
November 29, 2019
Open a Bank Account as a Foreigner
One of the most popular questions that we get asked is “how can I open a bank account as a foreigner?” The answer to this
November 28, 2019
Banking Offshore: How to Start When You’re Not Shakira (a.k.a. Low on Cash)
In today’s article, we’re going to explore how to open an offshore bank account if you’re not rich. And here’s why… offshore banking is not
November 27, 2019
Banking in Lebanon: A Cautionary Tale
Banking in Lebanon used to be seen as a status symbol. It was home to solid banks with good reputations that offered customers stability (and
November 25, 2019
European Banking in 2019 – Nyet to Non-Residents
Account opening requirements for non-residents at European banks are changing. In fact, there are brand new requirements that didn’t even exist 2 to 3 years
November 21, 2019
CRS Countries: What Your Lawyer Isn’t Telling You
There are over 100 CRS countries participating in the automatic exchange of information. That includes nearly every major financial hub and even traditional tax havens
November 20, 2019
Five Takeaways From Cuba’s Banking Sector – Thoughts From Havana
I’m just as surprised as you are that I’m writing about Cuba’s banking sector. But here I am, writing from my balcony in Havana. While
November 19, 2019
Why Your New Company Can’t Open A Bank Account
In our last article, we discussed the difficulties that offshore and international companies face when setting up payment processors. But besides accepting payments via a
November 18, 2019
Payment Processing for Offshore Companies
So you set up a business and you’re ready to start selling your products or services… but you’ve hit a snag. How will you setup
November 16, 2019
Want to Open an Offshore Bank Account? Read This First.
At GlobalBanks, we talk a lot about how to open an offshore bank account. We also decode the common pitfalls and challenges that most people
November 15, 2019
What We Can Learn From 5 Banking Failures
Bank failures happen all the time. And more often than not, it happens in “developed” markets like the U.S. where there is an abundance of
November 5, 2019
Are You In The Lucky Passport Club?
In the time of Genghis Khan, Mongolian ambassadors, noblemen, and officials would travel through the vast Mongol empire carrying what was known as a “gerege.”
October 30, 2019
What do South Africa, Argentina, Venezuela, & Nazi Germany Have in Common?
Why would anyone keep their money in a failing economy if they could take it elsewhere? They wouldn’t. Not unless they were penalized or harassed
October 25, 2019
Today is One Hell of an Anniversary…
It was 90 years ago… Most people associate the stock market crash of 1929 with October 29th, Black Tuesday. In fact, it’s said that the
October 23, 2019
Want to Know What Offshore Experts Think About ‘The Laundromat’?
Hollywood’s latest attempt at undermining the world of offshore companies and international banking was a cringe-worthy over-simplification of asset protection and structuring. At the time
October 21, 2019
South Africans Moving Money: Protect it. Get it Out!
If you’re a South African moving money abroad, or wanting to, you already know how important (and difficult) getting your money outside of South Africa
October 6, 2019
Banks Shutting Down Accounts. What You Need to Know
When you bank around the world, it’s almost certain that at some point in time, you’re going to come across banks shutting down accounts… And,
October 2, 2019
Could Panama be the Next Great Banking Hub?
Last week, I opened a personal account at a Panama bank. And while that might not seem like a reason to celebrate, it is noteworthy.
September 27, 2019
You Can’t Blame the Irish… or Can You?
If you’re like me, and you probably are, you wouldn’t just step aside and let someone walk into your home and steal all of your
September 25, 2019
Easy Account Opening – What You Need to Know Before Applying
Opening an international bank account can be a frustrating experience. Increasingly strict Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations have led many banks
September 12, 2019
Open an International Bank Account – the Smart & Easy Way With GlobalBanks
For a lot of people, being able to open international bank accounts is critical to their business and their lifestyle. Whether you live in South
August 21, 2019
3 Reasons You Need an Offshore Bank Account + a Trip Down Memory Lane
Do you remember opening your first bank account? Not an offshore bank account, I mean your very first account ever. I do. In fact, I
August 14, 2019
Where To Bank Overseas – How to Find the Best Country for Your Banking Needs
The country you choose to bank in is as important as deciding where to live or where to buy an investment property. You wouldn’t buy
July 16, 2019
Where to Get Higher Interest Rates in 2019 – the GlobalBanks Country List
No savvy investor wants to park their funds in a bank that offers lackluster interest. But for many of us, the banks in our home
July 9, 2019
Bank Account Closures Can Happen – How to Protect Your Accounts
Ask any business owner and they’ll tell you that cash is the fuel that keeps a business alive. Without it, you can’t purchase supplies or
July 2, 2019
How to Open a Bank Account if You’re in the Unlucky Passport Club
Have you ever walked into a bank and asked how to open a bank account only to be rejected? If so, did the banker ask
June 25, 2019
Bank Regulators Are Killing Business – Here’s How to Keep Your Business Safe
GlobalBanks started out of necessity. We faced the shocking realization that bank regulators were killing businesses by making it impossible to open, and keep open,
June 18, 2019
Bank Introducers Are a Waste of Your Time & Money – Do This Instead
If you’ve tried to open a bank account overseas, you’ve probably come across a bank introducer. You know the ones. They offer to help you
June 11, 2019
Bank Account Opening Doesn’t Have to Cost You Thousands of Dollars
There are a lot of great ways to spend your hard earned money. Whether you jump on a plane to a far flung beach or
June 4, 2019