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Originally Posted by lost6
How can I open a bank account there? Which bank should I go to?
I think Poker Refuges charges 1400 for bank account and neteller set up so I'm trying to see if I can do it on my own first.
I haven't done this myself but I'll share my research on it:
There's different rules based on whether you live in a border town or not. If you're within 20km of the border, it seems pretty straightforward to get a Dollars account. Most banks require a deposit of about $80, your passport and a lease and/or utility bill that proves your local address. If you are away from the border then a Dollars account requires more documentation and a higher deposit.
Overall, I have to imagine that they would make it easy on you. The Mexican Peso stinks right now so banks are probably more than happy to get new Dollars accounts. I wouldn't pay Poker Refugees, I'm sure a person can do it on their own
Both Banamex and Santander have pages on their Spanish web sites that explain this. So I would start with either one of those banks.