International Students

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Banking for International Students in the United States

Wildfire is thrilled to welcome International students as members, and provide you a safe and secure financial home away from home. As a Wildfire member, you qualify for great student perks, as well as waived fees on incoming International wire transfers.

To become a member, verify your eligibility, gather required documentation, and
schedule an appointment.

Eligibility:

You must meet the following eligibility requirements.

  • You have a physical U.S. address.
  • You are not a U.S. citizen.
  • You are living in, or attending school in the State of Michigan.
  • You are not a permanent resident of the U.S.*

* Permanent resident: Green card (or permanent resident card) holders who are authorized to live and work in the United States on a permanent basis.


Required Documents

You will need to provide both a foreign and U.S. address, as well as a Government issued photo ID and a tax identification number.

  • Proof of home or permanent residence address.
    • This must include building name or number and street name, city or town, state or province, and country.
      • Example:123 Fake St., Saginaw, MI, United States

  • U.S. physical address (Only one of the following documents is needed):
    • Government issued ID with photo.
    • Student ID with address and photo.
    • Current utility bill with your name and address.
    • Other (rental agreement, etc.).

  • Government Issued Photo Identification (Only one of the following documents is needed):
    • Foreign passport with or without passport visa (with photo).
    • U.S. Non Immigrant Visa and Border Crossing Card-DSP-150 (with photo).
    • Mexican, Guatemalan, Dominican, Colombian Consular ID (with photo).
    • Canadian Citizenship Certificate Card (with photo).

  • Foreign Tax Identification Number (FTIN):
    • An FTIN issued by a country other than the U.S.
    • If you have been issued a U.S. TIN/ITIN, you’ll be required to provide it at account opening along with the FTIN.

Documents Disclaimer: Additional documentation may be required.

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