Banque de Commerce et de Placements (BCP)
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Banque de Commerce et de Placements (BCP) is an universal bank based in Geneva, founded in 1963. It works with international clients, so a non-resident can open an account here when the source-of-funds file is clean. As an universal bank, it typically expects from around CHF 50,000 to CHF 100,000 or more for a non-resident — as of June 2026, and not a published per-bank figure.
About Banque de Commerce et de Placements (BCP)
Corporate and private clients worldwide, with a particular focus on commodity trade finance. Banque de Commerce et de Placements (BCP) belongs to Borak Ltd (69%) and Yapı ve Kredi Bankası (31%).
| Type | Universal bank |
|---|---|
| Head office | Geneva |
| Founded | 1963 |
| Legal name | Banque de Commerce et de Placements SA |
| Service languages | English, French |
| Non-residents | Accepts international clients |
- Core businesses are commodity trade finance and wealth management.
- Branch in Luxembourg and representative office in Dubai; FINMA-supervised.
Opening an account at Banque de Commerce et de Placements (BCP) as a non-resident
Banque de Commerce et de Placements (BCP) assesses each non-resident applicant on source of wealth, source of funds and risk profile, and runs an English-language service for international clients. The decisive factor is a documented source of funds, not nationality. Assemble the evidence (tax returns, sale or employment records, a clear paper trail) before you approach the bank. Our guide to opening a Swiss bank account sets out the full document list and the timeline.
Is Banque de Commerce et de Placements (BCP) a fit for a non-resident?
As a universal bank, Banque de Commerce et de Placements (BCP) can cover everyday banking, financing and wealth services in one place. For a non-resident it tends to suit those with a business or corporate dimension, not only a personal account.
If you would rather have this handled than explained, we prepare the source-of-funds file and introduce you to a suitable bank, and we can incorporate the company an account often sits behind. You can also compare Banque de Commerce et de Placements (BCP) with 35 other Swiss banks.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
01Can a non-resident open an account at Banque de Commerce et de Placements (BCP)?
Yes. Banque de Commerce et de Placements (BCP) is an universal bank in Geneva that works with international clients. As with any Swiss bank, approval turns on a documented source of funds and the bank's own onboarding checks, not on nationality alone.
02What kind of bank is Banque de Commerce et de Placements (BCP)?
Banque de Commerce et de Placements (BCP) is an universal bank, part of Borak Ltd (69%) and Yapı ve Kredi Bankası (31%), founded in 1963, based in Geneva. Core businesses are commodity trade finance and wealth management.
03What is the minimum to bank with Banque de Commerce et de Placements (BCP)?
There is no published per-bank minimum. As an universal bank, Banque de Commerce et de Placements (BCP) typically expects from around CHF 50,000 to CHF 100,000 or more for a non-resident. The realistic entry point depends on the relationship rather than a fixed rule (as of June 2026).
04Does Banque de Commerce et de Placements (BCP) serve clients in English?
Yes. Banque de Commerce et de Placements (BCP) runs an English-language service alongside French, so a non-resident can be onboarded and advised in English.
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