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Georgia · Banking & Payments
TBC Bank
TBC Bank is one of the two largest banks in Georgia, opening accounts for residents and non-residents and offering a mobile app, cards and multi-currency accounts.
What it helps with
- A bank account as a non-residentTBC Bank opens personal accounts for non-residents at branches with an original passport.
- Mobile banking in English and RussianThe TBC app handles transfers, exchange, bills and cards.
- GEL, USD and EUR accountsHold several currencies and exchange them in the app.
About TBC Bank
TBC Bank serves private and business clients through branches across Georgia and a mobile app available in Georgian, English and Russian. Non-residents can usually open a personal account at a branch with their original passport; the bank checks the client’s risk profile and may ask about the source of funds and the purpose of the account. Accounts can hold lari, US dollars and euros, and the app is used for transfers, currency exchange, utility and rent payments and card management.
Key Features
- Multi-currency accounts: GEL, USD and EUR on one account.
- Mobile app: Transfers, exchange, bill payments and card controls in three languages.
- Cards: Debit cards for shops, ATMs and online payments.
- Branches and ATMs: A wide network across Georgia.
How to Get Started
- Visit a TBC Bank branch with your original passport.
- Answer the questions about the source of funds and account purpose.
- Receive your card and install the TBC app.
- Register in the app and set up transfers and bill payments.
Before you use it
- Sign-up: The bank may ask about the source of funds and the purpose of the account; bring supporting documents.
- Limits: Approval depends on nationality and risk checks and is not guaranteed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does TBC Bank work with a foreign bank card in Georgia?
- Not reliably - a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
- Is TBC Bank available in English?
- Not officially - the interface is mainly in the local language.
- Do I need a local phone number to use TBC Bank?
- No, an international phone number generally works for TBC Bank.
- Do I need local ID or residency for TBC Bank?
- No, TBC Bank doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
- Where can I use TBC Bank?
- iOS · Android · Web
- How much does TBC Bank cost?
- Account opening usually free; card fees by product
