Spouse as visitor, ok to buy car open bank account?

[mad_hatter]

Proof of address, what can a newly immigrant staying temporarily at Airbnb or relative's use as proof? Let alone a visitor.

Most Canadian banks have special programs for new immigrants. I think the bank will waive the address proof requirement. I just did a little more research, it seems the rule has changed, visitors can no longer open a bank account. http://www.cba.ca/opening-a-bank-account

 

[Londo]

Tourists are not allowed to open bank accounts, buy properties or cars in Canada.

That isnt true. my wife is a visitor and has a bank account, two credit cards and a car

 

[Ch1982]

Which province are you in? Assuming you use an International Driver's License to buy a car and car insurance, do you have to pay much more in insurance and other fees?

Thanks!

I'm in Ontario, I exchanged my British driving license for an Ontario one, which has the address of where i'm living on it. Called round a few insurance companies, then eventually found a local broker that could get me a decent price compared to others. I think it was just under $2000 dollars for the year. The dealer i bought the car from took care of registering it in my name and getting licence plates etc, think it was about $140 for the registration.

 

[yelloweyedmage]

I have visitor status and was able to open an account with RBC