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What identification documents do I need to open an account?

If you're a new BCU Bank customer you'll need to have at least one photo identity document to open your account with us.

Open your account online

If you're opening a new everyday or savings account online, you'll need to confirm your identity using any two of the following documents:

  • Australian driver licence
  • Australian passport
  • green Medicare card

Open your account in branch

If you're opening your account in person at one of our branches you need to bring one of the following photo identity documents:

  • Australian driver licence
  • Australian passport

Don't have your photo ID?

If you're under 18, not an Australian citizen or simply don't have an Australian photo identity document, you can use a combination of primary and secondary documents to open your account at one of our branches. 

Find out what other documents you can use