Know all about Student Banking when studying abroad

Organising your finances is an important step before heading off to study abroad. Not only does it ensure your money is secure, but having everything set up before you arrive at your study destination can simplify your transition.

ICICI Bank Canada: Apply for a student GIC account

ICICI Bank Canada is a wholly-owned subsidiary of ICICI Bank Limited. ICICI Bank Canada is recognised by the Canadian government as one of the banks to offer a Student GIC for Student Direct Stream (SDS) purposes and is one of the preferred banks within the Indian international student community.

To offer a seamless banking experience in India and Canada. ICICI Bank Canada has teamed up with the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), Canada’s largest Bank,

ICICI Bank Canada offers a smooth process when applying and activating your Student GIC:

• Apply from the comfort of your home and get an account instantly
• Fund your student GIC account from an account in either your name or that of your parent or spouse
• Receive the Investment Balance Certificate (IBC) within 24 hours once funds received
• Activate your Student GIC upon arrival in Canada and get a best-in-class Student Deposit Account with RBC
• Hassle-free monthly automatic fund transfer from your ICICI Bank Canada Student GIC to your new RBC Student Deposit account is taken care of

Key benefits and features:

• Exclusive offers on RBC Student Account
• RBC Credit Card with a limit of up to $2000 (CAD)
• Access to over 1,200 RBC branches and 4,200 ATMs across Canada
• Anytime, anywhere banking with the RBC Mobile App
• 24/7 customer support in India and Canada

ICICI UK Bank Account: Receive money online from India to your bank account in the UK

• ICICI Bank Ltd is one of the largest private sector banks in India; ICICI Bank UK PLC incorporated in 2003
• A UK bank account can be opened Instantly from India or in the UK (subject to checks)
• No branch visit required either in India or in the UK
• Instant access to Internet and Mobile banking
• Contactless debit card
• Receive and activate debit card in India or the UK
• Transfer money from any Bank in India to ICICI UK bank account
• Free ATM cash withdrawals across the UK
• 24/7 customer support line

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