The single most common thing that delays a new arrival's financial life in the US is a myth: "You need a Social Security Number to open a bank account." You don't. Every major US bank will open an account for you with nothing more than a passport, a US address, and a phone number. This guide tells you exactly how — and covers every situation, from someone who landed yesterday to someone who's been here a year and still hasn't sorted out their banking. How to Open a Bank Accou