Zenith BankZenith 银行

Nigeria 传统银行 In-branch required Permit holders ★ 4
Minimum depositUSD accounts from $100
Monthly feeUSD account carries a maintenance fee
Minimum balanceNo specified minimum operating balance
How to apply—
Processing timeAbout 1 hour in branch, or a few days remotely for NRN
Institution typeTraditional Bank
Data baseline 2026-10. Editor-verified, but rules change — confirm with the official site before applying. Data transparency →

About this bank

Advantages

  • One of Nigeria's largest banks by assets
  • USD account for international remittance
  • Well-developed digital channels
  • Nationwide branch network

Things to note

  • USD account usually needs $100 minimum deposit
  • Hard for non-Nigerian foreigners to open
  • Some processes need a reference

Documents required

  • Valid passport (NIN preferred)
  • Passport photo
  • Proof of address
  • BVN (bank verification number)

USD accounts require a US$100 opening deposit; some also require a reference

Opening offers & benefits

Standing benefits

These are stable, standing account benefits (not time-limited) — available as long as you qualify:

Bank offers change frequently by region and quarter. Checked 2026-10; follow the bank's official promo page.

FAQ

Ready? Open your account

Having documents ready lowers the chance of rejection; policies change, so confirm with the bank before applying.

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