Vontobel
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Vontobel is a private bank based in Zurich, founded in 1924. 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 Vontobel
Investment management firm providing investment, advisory and solution capabilities to private and institutional clients.
| Type | Private bank |
|---|---|
| Head office | Zurich |
| Founded | 1924 |
| Legal name | Vontobel Holding AG |
| Assets | CHF 229 billion assets under management (as of 31 December 2024) |
| Listed | SIX: VONN |
| Service languages | English, German |
| Non-residents | Accepts international clients |
- Controlled by the founding Vontobel family and foundation.
- Operates across roughly 28 locations worldwide.
Opening an account at Vontobel as a non-resident
Vontobel 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 Vontobel a fit for a non-resident?
As a private bank, Vontobel 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 Vontobel with 35 other Swiss banks.
Official website: Vontobel.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
01Can a non-resident open an account at Vontobel?
Yes. Vontobel 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 Vontobel?
Vontobel is a private bank, founded in 1924, based in Zurich. Controlled by the founding Vontobel family and foundation.
03What is the minimum to bank with Vontobel?
There is no published per-bank minimum. As a private bank, Vontobel 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 Vontobel serve clients in English?
Yes. Vontobel runs an English-language service alongside German, so a non-resident can be onboarded and advised in English.
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