Individuals aged 18 years or over who have St Helenian status, or have a clear St Helena connection, can apply to open an account. This is normally defined as an individual that either:

• Is a St Helenian or has St Helenian status
• Has a current entitlement to undertake paid employment on St Helena.  However, it should be noted that upon completion of the contract of employment on St Helena (ie: departure from the island) the account/s must be closed prior to the customers departure from the island
• Owns property on St Helena
• Is a close or dependent relative or life partner of someone in any of the above categories
• Has a good credit history

Although the qualifying age for opening an account is 18 years and over, a person from the age of 16 years may open an account with the bank as per the qualification above; however, they must also demonstrate that they have some form of employment, hence the need for the account. 

To open an account with Bank of St Helena, customers will be required to submit supporting documentation alongside their ‘Account Opening Application’.  Details of the required supporting documentation can be found on the relevant ‘Account Opening Application Form’.

Before completing an application to open a Current Account, please read the Bank’s Terms and Conditions found on the forms below. You may also collect forms from our Main Office in Jamestown. 

For further information, contact us on (+290) 22390

Completed forms must be returned to the Bank, either in the main branch, remote banking sites or kiosks. Click here for opening hours. 

Current Business Account holders have the option to obtain a Local Debit Card, Online Banking or Overdraft service. 

For further information, contact us on (+290) 22390.

Completed forms must be returned to the Bank, either in the main branch, remote banking sites or kiosks. Click here for opening hours.