Banking just got even faster!

It's never been easier, faster or more convenient to open a bank account online.

Now Scotiabank customers can open a secondary account online in 5 minutes or less from the comfort of home or anywhere in the world using the Scotia App or Scotia OnLine. Choose from our range of Saving or chequing/day-to-day and even foreign exchange accounts. Opening an account online gives you the flexibility to bank on your own time, and do it all digitally.

How to open your new account online

Log in, click on the” New Account’ link and answer a few questions.

Select the account type that best suits you – day-to-day or saving.

Review the account details and agree to the terms and conditions

Complete the additional information requirement

Remember to transfer funds into your new account on the same day the account is opened. Otherwise, the account will be canceled.

It's a new and easy way for Scotiabank customers to open a new account from wherever you are.