How to request a bank verification letter
If you are an unable to provide a bank statement that shows your complete passport name, you may use a bank verification letter as your proof of address or proof of financial means.
A bank verification letter is an official document that confirms an account holder's account balance, account type, and other details.
Follow these instructions for requesting a bank verification letter:
- Get in touch with your bank's customer service or visit your nearest branch to request a bank verification letter.
- Provide your complete name and account number, as well as any other information requested by the bank.
- You may need to provide some identification documents such as your passport, driver's license, or national ID card.
- Let the bank know the purpose of the letter and ensure that it includes the following details:
- Includes your complete name as seen on your passport exactly
- Written on official bank letterhead
- Dated within the past 3 months
- Includes your complete address (if using the document as proof of address)
- Includes a summary of your account details and account balance (if using the document as proof of financial means)
- Wait for the letter to be processed and either pick it up from the bank or have it mailed to you.
That's it! Remember to provide all the necessary information and double-check the details on the letter before using it as your proof of address/financial means document.