Electronic Transaction Account

Features and benefits

• Get easy access to your money with Visa Debit card or Westpac Handycard
• Use your Visa Debit card to shop securely online, access cash at ATMs and use contactless to tap and go on purchases
• Manage your money on the go with our Internet Banking
• Flat monthly account service fee

For more information refer to the Electronic Transaction Account brochure (PDF 990KB)

Refer to the PNG Customer Service Fees and Charges Brochure (PDF 141KB) for details.

Here’s what to do

To open a Westpac personal bank account, you’ll need to provide us with a signed and completed personal account opening form, along with some current identification documents.

We are required to verify your:

1. Full name
2. Date of birth
3. Residential address
4. Occupation
5. Signature
6. Citizenship
7. TIN
8. Income source

Information must be verified from a combination of identification documents including national ID card, birth certificate, or passport. Download the Opening a Personal Bank Account Brochure (PDF 183KB) for a list of accepted identification documents and additional identification required for non-residents. Visit your local branch or call (+675) 322 0888 for more information.

Existing customers

You may have already provided necessary identification or you may need to provide additional current identification documents. Visit your local branch to get started.

Download the forms you need

FATCA SDF Individual (PDF 195KB)

Personal Account Opening Form Associated Party Form (PDF 250KB)

Personal Account Opening Form Low ID (PDF 415KB)