What unincorporated charities need to open an account

• An original charity letterhead
• Provide details of the resolution to open the account and to authorise those who can operate it
• Registered charities should state their registration number
• A copy of the charity’s constitution and a copy of a directory entry showing membership of a wider organisation
• The signatories who will be operating the account will each need to have their identity verified as specified for individuals
• The initial deposit into the account must be made by a cheque drawn on the charity’s bank account
• A personal cheque from one of the signatories will only be acceptable if the charity does not have a bank account

What corporate charities need to open an account

• An original charity letterhead
• Provide details on the application form of the resolution to open the account and to authorise those who can operate it
• A copy of the charity’s memorandum and articles of association  and shareholders, if applicable
• The trustees who will be operating the account will each need to have their identity verified as specified for individuals
• The initial deposit into the account must be made by cheque drawn on the charity’s bank account

What unincorporated groups need to open an account

• An original group letterhead
• A copy of the constitution and a copy of a directory entry showing membership of a wider organisation
• The signatories who will be operating the account will each need to have their identity verified as specified for individuals
• The initial investment into the account must be by a cheque, drawn on the group’s bank account
• A personal cheque from one of the signatories will only be acceptable if the group does not have a bank account