100 Point check
The 100 Point System
All Banks in Australia require you to pass a 100 point identification check when opening a bank account. Most will allow your account to be opened from your home country (some are easier to deal with than others).
-Birth Certificate | 70 points | You can only get points for one item in this section |
-Drivers Licence (full / probationary / learner) | 40 points | These cards must have a photograph or signature |
-Land Rates | 35 points | Applies to home buyers or owners only |
Any card on which your name appears: | 25 points | |
Documents on which your name and address appear: | 25 points |
NOTE: In the first six weeks after you first arrive in Perth, you'll be able to open an account with most banks using only your passport - as most banks recognise that you may not yet have additional documentation to pass the 100 point check.
Tip: Get your Australian driving license as soon as you arrive - you no longer need to pass a theory test if you come from some countries (e.g. UK). Your license and passport are enough ID to open an account after the 6 week initial period.
