How do I open an account at Barita?

Here's a quick snapshot of what you'll need to open a Barita account.

Individual Account

  • Initial investment of J$150,000 or US$1,000
  • Valid Photo ID – Driver’s licence, Passport, National ID
  • TRN (JA residents) / Social Security (US residents) / National Insurance (UK/Canadian residents)
  • Proof of address – Recent light, water or telephone bill
  • Completed & signed Client Information Form and Account Opening Form 
    Completed & signed Client Disclosure Form and Asset Exception Form
  • Source of funds – 3 recent payslips or bank statements, etc.
  • Proof of income. Please see options here.
  • Completed GPS Tool 
  • Where a minor (cannot be primary) is to be added to the account
    • Birth Certificate
    • Valid picture identification or notarized picture
    • TRN
  • Download full checklist here for Individual Account 

Company Account

  • Initial investment of J$150,000 or US$1,000
  • Certificate of Incorporation
  • Articles and Memorandum of Association/Articles of Incorporation
  • Resolution of Directors and Officers
  • Completed & signed Account Opening Form
  • Company TRN
  • Signatories of Directors or Signing Officers for the Company
  • Completed Corporate Profile
  • Valid Identification which bears a photograph for all Directors and/or Signing Officers – Passport, Driver’s License, National ID
  • TRN for all signatories or signing officers – if not using a Jamaican Drivers License
  • Proof of Address for all signatories or signing officers – most recent Utility Bill -light, water or telephone or Bank or Credit Card Statement
  • Source of Funding – Audited Financials or statement of accounts
  • Tax Compliant Certificate
  • Download full checklist here for Corporate Account