> Can i open a bank account without parent.?

Can i open a bank account without parent.?

Posted at: 2015-07-28 
Let me explain. So pretty soon im getting a job and i would like to open a bank account but my mum doesnt want me to have one but the bank lady told me i needed one in order to get a job. My friends mum asked if she could help me get a bank account is that alright. Is it legal. Im 15.

You do not need a bank account to get a job. You need it if you want direct deposit. You MUST have a parent or guardian sign you up for an account if you're under 18. You cannot have your friends mom sign for you.

At least in the U.S. a minor under 18 is required to have a parent (or legal guardian) open a supervised account for the kid.

Get an account with your mum. Don't get an account with your friend's mum - she will then have access to your money, which is probably not a good thing.

no