This is preliminary check with the bank where we get to talk to the bank prior to your application for an account being formally submitted.  Pre-Approval is not an absolute guarantee of account opening, but an indication that the bank sees you as a good likely prospective client. With most banks we can get a pre-approval within 24-48 hours - special cases might take longer. Please also allow for delays like public holidays in the bank's country. All we need is basic data that we can collect from you over the phone or on a simple e-mailed questionnaire, plus a photo/scan of your passport. You do not risk anything except a small, non-refundable fee of EUR 199. With that, we will present your case to any good matches and quite likely come back with pre-approval of your case from 1, 2, 3 or more different banks. Needless to say, unless you are in a major rush this service is highly recommended. It can save you a lot of time, energy, notary and courier fees etc.