Rothschild & Co Bank AG
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Rothschild & Co Bank AG is a private bank based in Zurich, founded in 1968. It works with international clients, so a non-resident can open an account here when the source-of-funds file is clean. As a private bank, it typically expects a private-banking relationship, commonly from CHF 500,000 upward — as of June 2026, and not a published per-bank figure.
About Rothschild & Co Bank AG
Private banking, wealth management and investment advisory for high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs and family offices; not a retail bank. Rothschild & Co Bank AG belongs to Rothschild & Co.
| Type | Private bank |
|---|---|
| Head office | Zurich |
| Founded | 1968 |
| Service languages | English, German, French |
| Non-residents | Accepts international clients |
- Established in Zurich in 1968 and operating in Geneva since 1975.
- Swiss wealth arm of Rothschild & Co, taken private by the Rothschild family in 2023.
Opening an account at Rothschild & Co Bank AG as a non-resident
Rothschild & Co Bank AG assesses each non-resident applicant on source of wealth, source of funds and risk profile, and runs an English-language service for international clients. The decisive factor is a documented source of funds, not nationality. Assemble the evidence (tax returns, sale or employment records, a clear paper trail) before you approach the bank. Our guide to opening a Swiss bank account sets out the full document list and the timeline.
Is Rothschild & Co Bank AG a fit for a non-resident?
As a private bank, Rothschild & Co Bank AG is built for substantial, advised relationships rather than a simple transactional account. It suits a non-resident with investable assets who wants wealth management alongside banking and can meet a private-banking entry level.
If you would rather have this handled than explained, we prepare the source-of-funds file and introduce you to a suitable bank, and we can incorporate the company an account often sits behind. You can also compare Rothschild & Co Bank AG with 35 other Swiss banks.
Official website: Rothschild & Co Bank AG.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
01Can a non-resident open an account at Rothschild & Co Bank AG?
Yes. Rothschild & Co Bank AG is a private bank in Zurich that works with international clients. As with any Swiss bank, approval turns on a documented source of funds and the bank's own onboarding checks, not on nationality alone.
02What kind of bank is Rothschild & Co Bank AG?
Rothschild & Co Bank AG is a private bank, part of Rothschild & Co, founded in 1968, based in Zurich. Established in Zurich in 1968 and operating in Geneva since 1975.
03What is the minimum to bank with Rothschild & Co Bank AG?
There is no published per-bank minimum. As a private bank, Rothschild & Co Bank AG typically expects a private-banking relationship, commonly from CHF 500,000 upward. The realistic entry point depends on the relationship rather than a fixed rule (as of June 2026).
04Does Rothschild & Co Bank AG serve clients in English?
Yes. Rothschild & Co Bank AG runs an English-language service alongside German, French, so a non-resident can be onboarded and advised in English.
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