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BEST FOR

Everyday business banking needs

  • No minimum balance

  • Low $5 monthly fee

  • 24/7 ABM and online access

  • Unlimited transactions

  • CAD and USD accounts

Combined power of savings and investing

  • LOW-COST BANKING

    Low fee keeps business expenses controlled

  • UNLIMITED USAGE

    No limits on transactions and payments

  • 24/7 CONVENIENCE

    ABM and online access anytime

  • SECURE PROTECTION

    Eligible deposits covered by CDIC

Things you should know

  • Currency options

    Available in Canadian and US Dollars

  • Minimum balance

    No minimum balance requirement

  • ABM access

    Unlimited deposits, withdrawals and balance inquiries at any ICICI Bank Canada ABM

     

    LOCATE NEAREST ABM

  • Interest benefit

    Tiered rates for balances over $20,000 on Business Chequing Elite Account

  • Fees

    Monthly fee of $24.95 for Business Chequing Elite Account and $5.00 for Business Chequing Premium Account

     

    DISCLOSURE STATEMENT OF FEES AND CHARGES

  • Deposit protection

    CDIC insurance for eligible deposits

     

Documentation

About Business Chequing Account

Understanding your Business

1. To learn more about your business and understand your banking needs, we will need following information:

  • Purpose of the account – e.g. for payments of day-to-day expenses, remittances, etc.
  • Understanding your transaction –e.g. frequency, method and value of deposits and withdrawals.
  • Source of funds –We need to ascertain the initial source of funds for setting up the business.
  • If the account is being used for a third party -In this context, a third party is defined as an individual or entity, other than the account holder and authorized signers, who might provide instructions or directions for conducting transactions through the account.
  • Owners of the business -For each individual with 25% or more direct or indirect ownership interest, we are required to collect and record the person’s name, home address, and occupation.
  • Director information for corporations - For each director of a corporation, we are required to collect and record name,
    home address and occupation.

2. Call any of our branches and schedule an appointment

For assistance, please call our 24-hour Customer Contact Centre toll-free at 1-888-ICICI-CA (1-888-424-2422)

Wire Transfer convenience

In-branch international and domestic wire transfers are available, with a $10 fee only when a currency exchange applies for the Business Chequing Premium Account and no cost when an exchange applies for the Business Chequing Elite Account.

Cheque book facility

The Business Chequing Elite Account customers receive an initial cheque book of 50 cheques at no charge, supporting regular business payment requirements without added cost.

Interest earnings advantage

The Business Chequing Elite Account offers tiered interest rates for balances above $20,000, calculated daily and paid monthly, helping maximise earnings on operating funds.

ABM cost savings

Unlimited deposits, withdrawals and balance enquiries at ICICI Bank Canada and THE EXCHANGE network ABMs, with no surcharges imposed by ABM providers.

No hidden costs

Both the Business Chequing Premium Account and the Business Chequing Elite Account offer ideal pricing without hidden charges, making cost planning predictable for everyday business banking.

FAQs

What is a Business Chequing Account?

A Business Chequing Account from ICICI Bank Canada is designed for day-to-day business banking with unlimited transactions, 24/7 access and secure CDIC protection in CAD or USD.

What currencies are these accounts available in?

You can choose between a Canadian Dollar or a US Dollar account. Fees and interest apply in the same currency.

What is the required minimum balance?

No minimum balance is required for either account.

Business Chequing Elite Account offers a monthly fee rebate if a daily $20,000 balance is maintained.

Are deposits protected?

Yes, all eligible deposits are insured through CDIC, as ICICI Bank Canada is a CDIC member.

How is interest calculated on a Business Chequing Elite Account?

Interest is calculated on the daily closing balance, paid monthly and applies to balances above $20,000 using tiered rates.

What are the wire transfer fees?

Business Chequing Premium Account: $10 per in-branch international or domestic transfer when currency exchange is involved

Business Chequing Elite Account: No-cost in-branch international or domestic transfer when currency exchange is involved