iFAST is a UK based Bank that provides hassle free account opening services for individuals
within the UK and abroad

Our goal is to offer accessible banking solutions to individuals globally.
Banking without boundaries
Open account online
Overview of an iFAST Global Bank web page on a laptop screen displaying the account opening home page and including the benefits for opening an account with our bank.
no fee
No Annual fees.
No Subscription Plan.
No Set Up Fees.
No Minimum Balance Requirement.
Experience True Freedom with Us!

Eligibility

18 years aboveYou are aged 18 years and above
mapsYou live in the UK or the countries that we support
emailYou have a valid email address and mobile number for identity verification

What do you need to open a Bank Account?

Proof of Identity
tickFull UK Photocard Driving Licence
tickValid and current Passport
UK residents without a UK Passport must provide proof of residence, such as a UK biometric residence permit (BRP) and right to live or work in the UK
Proof of AddressWe accept
tickBank Statement
tickCouncil Tax bill
tickCredit Card Statement
tickUK credit union statement
tick
Utility Bill
e.g. Gas, Electricity, Cable TV/Landline (Mobile Phone Bills are not accepted)
tickHMRC (HM Revenue and Customs) tax notification
We do not accept
crossPost Office (PO) box addresses
crossCommercial Addresses
All Proofs of Address must have been issued within the last three months (electronic statements are also accepted).
The document must display your full name, address and issue date.
Important Note:
1. You CANNOT use the same document for both proof of identity and proof of address.
2. Please ensure your uploaded documents are clear and all four corners are clearly visible.
3. We may request additional documents than those listed above to meet our regulatory obligations.

How to open account online?

1

Visit our website to complete the application form. You are also encouraged to submit your application via the iFAST Global Bank mobile app.

Overview of the steps of how to open an account with iFAST Global Bank
2

Upload your ID or passport and proof of address document.

Overview of the steps of how to open an account with iFAST Global Bank
3

Please follow the instruction and complete the self video recording, if required. If you encounter any difficulties, feel free to contact our Client Services team via Live Chat or by emailing us at clienthelp@ifastgb.com.

Overview of the steps of how to open an account with iFAST Global Bank
4

Done! Once your application is approved, you will receive our welcome letter.

Overview of the steps of how to open an account with iFAST Global Bank

FAQs

Once we’ve received all the required details and documents, we aim to review your application within eight (8) business days. For applications where the documents and screening results meet our requirements, the review may be completed within a few days. However, if we need to request more information or carry out further checks, it may take longer.

We recommend logging in to your application and checking your email regularly in case we’ve asked for additional information to support your application.

An individual must have attained the age of 18 or above. We currently accept applications for sole accounts only, as joint account services are not yet available.

You may re-upload the required document directly to your application. To proceed, please log in to your application using the link below:
https://www.ifastgb.com/en/account-opening?component=continue-unfinished-application

The required documents may vary depending on your nationality. Please refer to the list of acceptable documents below, which must be submitted in JPG, JPEG, PNG, or PDF format, and provide any of the following.


Identity Document:
1. National ID Card
2. Passport
3. Driver's License (Only UK Driver's License is accepted)

Proof of Address:
1. Bank Statement
2. Utility Bill (Electric, Water, Gas)
3. Council Tax

Note: Proof of Address must include:
1. Your Full Name
2. Your Residential Address
3. A Date (within 3 months)

If any additional documents are required, our onboarding team will inform you during the scheduling call. You can submit them by replying to our email at clienthelp@ifastgb.com or uploading them to your application.