Private Client Advisory
Private client is a robust service that goes beyond account opening, unlocking decades of banking and financial services experience in minutes.
We help high-net-worth individuals, international families, corporations, financial institutions, and clients with elevated risk profiles navigate complex banking challenges.
With private client, you receive comprehensive solutions to solve your problems and meet your goals, backed by a trusted network of bankers and finance professionals in top jurisdictions around the world.
A minimum engagement of $10,000 is required for most client situations.
*Please review qualifying criteria prior to requesting information.
What is Private Client?
Private client is our most comprehensive cross-border banking and financial services advisory solution.
We reserve private client services for our most elite clients, with complex requirements and who have clear goals for their cross-border needs.
We are highly selective in terms of the clients we accept into private client advisory.
Private client is limited to two (2) clients per month.
Please keep reading to learn more or use the following links to see if you or your entity qualify:
Why Private Client?
As the global leader in cross-border and international account opening solutions, we are well placed to help you navigate your cross-border banking and financial service requirements.Â
Private client offers dedicated support to meet your cross-border banking needs, identify suitable banking relationships in multiple jurisdictions, and help you navigate the account opening process with each new financial institution.
How Private Client Works:
Private client gives you direct support from the senior banking team at GlobalBanks, including:
Customized international banking strategy to meet your specific objectives and concerns.
Complete assessment of your client and risk profile involving assessments of personal, business, and investing activities.
Negotiation of account opening requirements prior to applying for accounts in order to match your specific requirements.
Pre-approval for account opening at world-class banks to streamline the account opening process.
Direct personal introductions to senior bankers to ensure white glove service from the banks of your choosing.
If you would like to learn more, please review the relevant profile below and submit a request for further information.
High-Net-Worth Individuals:
Private Client supports high-net-worth individuals and wealthy families from a wide range of jurisdictions and risk profiles.
While the needs of each individual and family are different, most applicants are seeking assistance with:
- Account opening and account maintenance support
- Introductions to banks that serve specific needs
- Meeting global investment and diversification goals
The average HNWI accepted into Private Client has between $5,000,000 and $25,000,000 in total assets and is seeking international diversification. Most are successful entrepreneurs or inheritance recipients, looking to establish long-term banking relationships.
To qualify, HNWI applicants should be prepared to make an initial deposit between $250,000 and $1,000,000 per account with an expectation that balances will continue to grow.
The cost to access Private Client for most high-net-worth individuals is $10,000.
Cross-Border Enterprises:
Private Client supports cross-border enterprises engaged in active operations, trade, and investments.
Jurisdictions vary widely, as do the activities, risk profiles, and backgrounds of shareholders and directors.
Most cross-border enterprise clients are seeking:
- Banking relationships to support expansion
- New banking & merchant services in desired markets
- Negotiable instruments and credit facilities
The average enterprise accepted into Private Client has annual revenue in excess of $5,000,000 and is active in three or more international markets.
To qualify, an enterprise will need sufficient transaction activity, or be prepared to make an initial deposit of $500,000, or have suitable borrowing requirements.
The cost to access Private Client for most enterprise clients is $15,000.
Banks and Financial Institutions:
Private Client supports existing and newly licensed financial institutions as well principals engaged in early-stage feasibility studies.
Most banks and financial institutions are seeking:
- New correspondent banking relationships
- Expanding into new markets & obtaining licenses
- New products and services for international clients
The average financial institution accepted into Private Client already holds a relevant license, has paid-up capital in excess of $5,000,000, and has products and services that cater to foreign non-resident clients.
To qualify, banks and financial institutions should be licensed by a reputable bank regulator or are interested in obtaining a license in a similar jurisdiction.
The cost to access Private Client for most banks or financial institution is $25,000.
Complex Client Profiles:
Private Client supports individuals and businesses with complex client profiles that face significant challenges opening and maintaining international bank accounts.Â
While each case is different, these complex profiles often involve high-risk jurisdictions, high-risk sources of wealth, and difficulties with meeting the onboarding requirements of bank compliance teams.
Complex client profiles can expect:
- Objective feedback from our team of experts
- Feedback from bankers on client rejections
- Viable account opening options
- Tailored account opening strategies for each client
Most complex client profiles accepted into Private Client are looking to make a mid-six figure to low-seven figure deposit. In most cases, they are also willing to invest in bank products and services, especially when opening with private banks.Â
Complex client profiles who do not match this criteria will face significant challenges when trying to open bank accounts. If you would like us to assess your suitability for Private Client, please share as much detail as possible when submitting your request for information below.
The cost to access Private Client for most individuals or entities with a complex client profile is $10,000.
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Notice: GlobalBanks is not a bank, financial institution, or financial service provider. GlobalBanks does not provide financial, legal, tax, or investment advice. GlobalBanks is an independent publisher and service provider supporting individuals and businesses seeking international account opening solutions for themselves and their businesses.