BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA
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BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA is an universal bank based in Geneva, founded in 1872. 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 BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA
Corporates, institutions and private/wealth clients, including ultra-high-net-worth individuals. BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA belongs to BNP Paribas Group.
| Type | Universal bank |
|---|---|
| Head office | Geneva |
| Founded | 1872 |
| Service languages | English, French, German |
| Non-residents | Accepts international clients |
- Part of the BNP Paribas Group, present in Switzerland since 1872.
- Operates corporate & institutional banking alongside wealth management.
Opening an account at BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA as a non-resident
BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA 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 BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA a fit for a non-resident?
As a universal bank, BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA 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 BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA with 35 other Swiss banks.
Official website: BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
01Can a non-resident open an account at BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA?
Yes. BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA 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 BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA?
BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA is an universal bank, part of BNP Paribas Group, founded in 1872, based in Geneva. Part of the BNP Paribas Group, present in Switzerland since 1872.
03What is the minimum to bank with BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA?
There is no published per-bank minimum. As an universal bank, BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA 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 BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA serve clients in English?
Yes. BNP Paribas (Suisse) SA runs an English-language service alongside French, German, so a non-resident can be onboarded and advised in English.
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