📍 Canada

🇨🇦 Exclusive Newcomer Offer

Get Up to $600*
on opening a National Bank account
plus Career Support to get a job

Stop job hunting alone.
Get help and support at No Cost*

A Job in Your Future. Up to $600* in Your Bank.

As a National Bank Career Advantage client, you’ll receive personalized resume coaching, expert interview preparation, and job-search guidance from Immigrant Networks, a proven system that has helped newcomers successfully launch their careers in Canada.

With Immigrant Networks Career Advantage, get expert coaches, AI tools, weekly networking and 850+ newcomers in your corner — at no cost* through National Bank.

Offer valid until November 3, 2026.

*When you meet qualifying conditions.

🇨🇦 Exclusive Newcomer Offer

Up to $600* in Your Bank. A Job in Your Future.
Both Start Here.

Get the program that has helped
newcomers land $90k -$200k jobs

Learn networking, LinkedIn strategy, Canadian resume writing,
ATS optimisation, HR-led coaching, and interview preparation

As a National Bank Career Advantage client, you’ll receive personalized resume coaching, expert interview preparation, and job-search guidance from Immigrant Networks, a proven system that has helped newcomers successfully launch their careers in Canada.

At no cost when you open a National Bank chequing account and credit card.*

*Offer valid until November 3, 2026.
When you meet qualifying conditions.

Get up to $600* on opening a National Bank account plus career support to get a job

Learn networking, LinkedIn strategy, Canadian resume writing, ATS optimisation, HR-led coaching and interview preparation

With Immigrant Networks Career Advantage, get expert coaches, AI tools, weekly networking and 850+ newcomers in your corner — at no cost* through National Bank.

Offer valid until November 3, 2026.*
When you meet qualifying conditions.

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Canada’s fast-growing digital-only networking, coaching, community, and AI services ecosystem, helping thousands of newcomers get jobs.

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Canada’s 6th largest bank, serving Canadians for over 160 years with award-winning newcomer banking solutions.

Award-Winning Partnership

National Bank of Canada has been named best bank for newcomers to Canada for 2025 by MoneySense, for the third year in a row.

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Canada’s fast-growing digital-only networking, coaching, community, and AI services ecosystem, helping thousands of newcomers get jobs.

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Canada’s 6th largest bank, serving Canadians for over 160 years with award-winning newcomer banking solutions.

Award-Winning Partnership

National Bank of Canada has been named best bank for newcomers to Canada for 2025 by MoneySense, for the third year in a row.

Get the Immigrant Networks job finding advantage

A community built by immigrants, for immigrants. Expert coaching, AI tools, networking, and a proven pathway that has helped thousands launch Canadian careers.

Weekly Live Networking

Speed networking, newcomer matching, WhatsApp groups with 850+ members, and live onboarding with Nick.

Expert Coaching

12 live sessions monthly for 3 months with recruiters, HR professionals, and access to 40+ industry ambassadors.

AI-Powered Career Tools

Resume optimization, cover letter builder, and interview coaching — all trained for Canadian employers.

Commmunity support

Newcomers get support from other members to flourish in their Canadian career.

Get up to $600 cashback

Start your life in Canada by taking advantage of our welcome offer: A bank account that allows you to earn up to $600 cashback. Here’s how to get the most out of it.

Get $300 cashback when you:

Open a chequing account and meet certain criteria.
1. Sign up for online banking.
2. Complete 20 eligible transactions.
3. Receive 3 eligible automatic deposits of at least $100 each.

Get $100 cashback when you:

Apply for a Mastercard credit card, get approved, and complete 20 purchases with the new card.

Get $100 cashback when you:

Set up pre-authorized, recurring payments for your National Bank mortgage from your new chequing account.

Get $100 cashback when you:

Open a High Interest Savings Account and deposit at least $5,000.

Read all offer details.

Offer valid until November 3, 2026.

Get up to $600 cashback

Start your life in Canada by taking advantage of our welcome offer: A bank account that allows you to earn up to $600 cashback. Here’s how to get the most out of it.

Get $300 cashback when you:

Open a chequing account and meet certain criteria.
1. Sign up for online banking.
2. Complete 20 eligible transactions.
3. Receive 3 eligible automatic deposits of at least $100 each.

Get $100 cashback when you:

Apply for a Mastercard credit card, get approved, and complete 20 purchases with the new card.

Get $100 cashback when you:

Set up pre-authorized, recurring payments for your National Bank mortgage from your new chequing account.

Get $100 cashback when you:

Open a High Interest Savings Account and deposit at least $5,000.

Read all offer details.

Offer valid until November 3, 2026.

Success Stories

See what members of our community are saying about landing their Canadian dream jobs through Immigrant Networks

What you get - at no cost

Open a National Bank account and get a credit card to unlock all these benefits. Here’s everything included:

AI Resume, ATS & cover letter optimization

Canadian-ready application via Rezume.ca (6-Months access)

Career Pathway report for your profession

18-step job finding roadmap

Remote US/CA job board

Curated listings for newcomers (1-Month access)

40+ Ambassadors & WhatsApp Community

850+ members ready to help

AI Interview coach with real-time feedback

Practice job-specific questions (6-Months access)

12 live sessions monthly with coaches

Recruiters & HR professionals (3-Months access)

Weekly speed networking & matching

Connect with professionals weekly

Live onboarding + Newcomers directory

Personal welcome from Nick

What you get - at no cost

Open a National Bank account and get a credit card to unlock all these benefits. Here’s everything included:

AI Resume, ATS & cover letter optimization

Canadian-ready application via Rezume.ca (6-Months access)

Career Pathway report for your profession

18-step job finding roadmap

Remote US/CA job board

Curated listings for newcomers (1-Month access)

40+ Ambassadors & WhatsApp Community

850+ members ready to help

AI Interview coach with real-time feedback

Practice job-specific questions (6-Months access)

12 live sessions monthly with coaches

Recruiters & HR professionals (3-Months access)

Weekly speed networking & matching

Connect with professionals weekly

Live onboarding + Newcomers directory

Personal welcome from Nick

Benefits of the Bank Account for Newcomers

Kickstart your Canadian projects with exclusive benefits when you open an account for newcomers.

Bank account for $0/month1 (no fixed fees) for up to 3 years

Keep your money in your pocket by saving on monthly fees for up to 3 years.

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Legal Support Service

Get 12 months of free legal advice through our partner FBA Solutions.2 Speak with a lawyer for answers to your everyday questions on topics like immigration, housing, education and more.

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Online international money transfers

Send transfers to 19 European Union countries, India, the Philippines, and more.3

Benefits of the Bank Account for Newcomers

Kickstart your Canadian projects with exclusive benefits when you open an account for newcomers.

Bank account for $0/month1 (no fixed fees) for up to 3 years

Keep your money in your pocket by saving on monthly fees for up to 3 years.

Icons/Products and services/Two tone/law_vXL

Legal Support Service

Get 12 months of free legal advice through our partner FBA Solutions.2 Speak with a lawyer for answers to your everyday questions on topics like immigration, housing, education and more.

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Online international money transfers

Send transfers to 19 European Union countries, India, the Philippines, and more.3

Get professional coaching from Immigrant Networks
when you open a
National Bank chequing account and credit card.

How to claim career advantage for newcomers with National Bank

Have you been in Canada for less than 5 years? To take advantage of your newcomer bank account at $0/month 1 (no fixed fees) for up to 3 years and other exclusive benefits. Consult the eligibility conditions and follow these steps to get started.

Setup a chequing account online

Fill out the application online and review our checklist of required documents.

Apply for a credit card

Once your chequing account has been opened. You must apply and receive your credit card, in order to get your National Bank Career Advantage Offer.

How to Open Your National Bank Account
Step-by-step walkthrough
Watch how to open your National Bank account online.

Start here

Enter your details to get started with this exclusive offer.

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Best bank account for newcomers

2025

National Bank of Canada received the award for "Best Bank Account" for newcomers to Quebec by Milesopedia in 2025 and 2026*.

2025

National Bank of Canada has been named best bank for newcomers to Canada by money.ca in 2025*.

2026

National Bank of Canada received the award for "Best Bank Account" for newcomers to Quebec by Milesopedia in 2025 and 2026*.

Real newcomers.
Real Canadian jobs.

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The coaching calls were game-changing. I finally understood what Canadian employers were actually looking for. Got my offer 3 weeks after joining.

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Sana

From Kuwait

LANDED JOB IN 3 WEEKS

Now: Digital Healthcare Professional

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The community support made all the difference. Having others who understood my struggle kept me going. I’m not alone anymore.

Alejandro

Alejandro

From Colombia

LANDED A JOB IN 3 WEEKS
Now: Senior Policy Advisor

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The AI interview coach let me practice until I felt confident. By the time I got my first real interview, I knew exactly what to say. Three offers!

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Parul

From India

LANDED A JOB IN 8 WEEKS
Now: Business Improvement Specialist

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The coaching calls were game-changing. I finally understood what Canadian employers were actually looking for. Got my offer 3 weeks after joining.

The community support made all the difference. Having others who understood my struggle kept me going. I’m not alone anymore.

The AI interview coach let me practice until I felt confident. By the time I got my first real interview, I knew exactly what to say. Three offers!

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Sana

From Kuwait

LANDED A JOB IN 3 WEEKS

Now: Change Management Specialist

Alejandro

Alejandro

From Colombia

LANDED AJOB IN 3 WEEKS

Now: Senior Policy Advisor

Parul

Parul Sharma

From India

LANDED A JOB IN 8 WEEKS

Now: Business Improvement Specialist

Ready to Start Your Canadian Journey?

Join thousands of newcomers who’ve kickstarted their Canadian dream with financial support and career guidance.

Meet Your Canadian HR Coaches

Unlike generic job advice, this program is designed specifically for the Canadian hiring system by former HR managers who’ve helped 1000+ newcomers crack the code.

Luna Daniel

Career Coach
Senior Recruitment Leader

Soumya Sharma

Career Coach
Senior HR Manager

Nick Noorani

Career Coach
CEO, Immigrant Networks

Canadian HR insider knowledge

1000+ proven success stories

For immigrants, by immigrants

Community + Networking

Get more advantages with your National Bank chequing account

A good start makes all the difference

Don’t miss out on the benefits of a newcomer account. Start saving today.

Who's Eligible?

You qualify for the National Bank of Canada newcomer chequing account offer if you are:

Check Your Eligibility

Enter your details and we’ll confirm if you qualify for this exclusive offer.

Frequently Asked Questions

To open an account through National Bank's Newcomer Program, you must be physically present in Canada and meet the program's eligibility requirements.
No! Our newcomer accounts and credit cards are specifically designed for people without Canadian credit history. We'll help you build your credit profile from scratch.
The cashback is paid automatically to your chequing account within 180 days of account opening, once you've met all the conditions (account opening with direct deposit, optional credit card signup, systematic savings activation, and mortgage payment setup). See terms and conditions below for complete details.
You will need a Canadian phone number and one of the following: a valid foreign passport, Canadian permanent resident card, Canadian driver's license, provincial or federal ID (except Quebec), or a valid Quebec Health Insurance Card.
No hidden fees. The monthly account fee is waived for Year 1, reduced in Years 2-3, and clearly disclosed. Transaction fees may apply for services not included in your package. All fees are transparently listed in National Bank's Guide to Personal Banking Solutions.
The online application takes about 10-15 minutes. Once you complete verification (in-person or virtual), your account is typically active within 1-2 business days. Your debit card and cheques will arrive by mail within 7-10 days.
National Bank offers services in 6 languages: French, English, Spanish, Traditional Chinese, Punjabi, and Arabic. ABMs support all 6 languages, and staff assistance is available in multiple languages at most branches.
Once your National Bank account is opened, you'll receive access to Immigrant Networks' job support program. This includes 12 90-minute group sessions per month for 3 months, access to 40+ industry ambassadors, AI-powered resume and cover letter tools, an AI interview coach, and a personalized career pathway report for your profession.

Little details that matter

9 Steps + 90 Days = Employment

  1. LinkedIn: Get trained on utilising your LinkedIn profile as a strategic tool in your job search.
  2. Resume: Get expert advice on creating customised resumes according to Canadian standards.
  3. 12 Networking Matches: Expand your network to get access to hidden job opportunities, industry information, and more.
  1. Mentorship: Finish 5 networking matches to become eligible for personal mentoring by an immigrant.
  2. 12 Speed Networking Events: Join our Wednesday Speed Networking Calls and meet new professionals weekly.
  3. 9 Live and Recorded Events: Watch and participate in our expert-led events designed to boost every aspect of your job search journey.
  1. Speak to 4 Ambassadors: Connect with our Ambassador team to get inside information on your industry, and learn from their experience.
  2. Subscribe and comment on Immigrant Networks LinkedIn Newsletter: Follow us on LinkedIn to stay updated on crucial job market related news.
  3. Read Immigrant Networks LinkedIn Posts: Follow us on social media & learn from the tips, guides, and videos.