Trust Account Application and Certification Process

This guide outlines the process for opening a deposit account for a trust, detailing the necessary forms and requirements. The primary forms required are the Formal Trust Account Application and the Trustee Certification. It specifies that applications are only processed for Trustees who are U.S. Citizens or U.S. Resident Aliens. The guide includes a checklist for completing the Formal Trust Account Application, which consists of five sections covering Trust Information, Trustee Information, Account Selection, Account Funding, and Signatures. Additionally, it describes the Trustee Certification Checklist, which includes four sections. The submission methods for the completed documents are provided, including fax, mail, and secure document upload. The guide emphasizes the importance of notarization for the Trustee Certification and outlines the information required from applicants, such as personal identifiers and trust details. It also mentions the review timeline for submitted documents and the issuance of a Welcome Kit upon account approval.