Moving to the US
Are you a relocating executive or an international student in the US? As a global bank, Citibank has developed products and services to meet your needs.
Relocating Executives
Let Citibank help you get settled in the US. If you don't have a social security card, we still may be able to help you establish credit in the US.
Citi at Work
Citi at Work is an Employee Banking program designed for businesses. The Citi at Work program for participating businesses provides benefits tailored for employees relocating to and living in the US.
Here are some of the highlights:
- No fees for use of over 34,000 ATMs in the USFootnote 3
- Apply for a US credit card
- Competitive mortgages to purchase or refinance a home or second home, and a process to apply even without a social security number or US credit history
- No transfer fees with Citibank Global Transfers when transferring funds to another Citibank account in the US and 19 other countries.Footnote 4
Citigold® Footnote 2
If you think you'll be carrying higher balances and want premier global support, then Citigold is for you.
As a Citigold client, you'll get the following:
- Review of your personal finances with a Citigold Relationship Manager once you enroll in the Citigold Relationship Manager ServiceFootnote 5. Your Relationship Manager can provide you with regular updates, proactive guidance on banking products, and access to all that Citi offersFootnote 6
- Preferred pricing on select bank and lending productsFootnote 6
- Access to wealth management guidance and products by a Citi Personal Wealth Management Financial Advisor
- And if you are a Citigold client in another country, your status may be able to travel with youFootnote 7
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Rewards Cards
Citi Prestige® Card
Citi Prestige® Card
- Earn 3 ThankYou Points per $1 spent on air travel and hotels, 2 points per $1 spent on entertainment, and 1 point per $1 spent on other purchasesFootnote 1
- Enjoy a $250 air travel credit each year, complimentary to American Airlines Admirals Club® lounges, plus lounges through Priority Pass™ Select, and a complimentary 4th night for any hotel stay worldwideFootnote 1
- Receive a statement credit, up to $100 every 5 years, as reimbursement for your application fee for Global Entry or TSA Pre✔®Footnote 1
- Travel with ease and enjoy global acceptance with Chip Technology
Find your nearest Citibank branch to apply in person.
Citi ThankYou® Premier Card
Citi ThankYou® Premier Card
- Earn 3 ThankYou Points per $1 spent on travel including gas, as well as airfare, hotels, cruises, car rental agencies, travel agencies, railways, public transportation, tolls, taxis, parking, and more, 2 points per $1 spent on dining out and entertainment and 1 point per $1 spent on other purchasesFootnote 1
- Travel more with fewer ThankYou Points. ThankYou® Points are worth 25% more when redeemed for airfare, hotels, cruises and car rentals through the ThankYou Travel Center, as compared to gift cards.
- Travel with ease and enjoy global acceptance with Chip Technology
Find your nearest Citibank branch to apply in person.
Citi ThankYou® Preferred Card
Citi ThankYou® Preferred Card
- Earn 2 ThankYou Points per $1 spent on dining out and entertainment and 1 point per $1 spent on other purchasesFootnote 1
- No expiration and no limit to the amount of ThankYou Points you can earn with this card
- Travel with ease and enjoy global acceptance with Chip Technology
Find your nearest Citibank branch to apply in person.
Miles Cards
Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Elite™ Mastercard®
Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Elite™ Mastercard®
- Enjoy Admirals Club® membership (a membership value of up to $500) and Authorized card users now have unaccompanied Admirals Club® lounge accessFootnote 1
- Get your first eligible checked bag free on domestic itineraries for you and up to eight companions traveling with you on the same reservationFootnote 1
- Enjoy an enhanced experience the moment you arrive at the airport with priority check-in, airport screening (where available) and early boarding when flying American Airlines domestic flightsFootnote 1
- Receive a statement credit, up to $100 every 5 years, as reimbursement for your application fee for Global Entry or TSA Pre✔®Footnote 1
Find your nearest Citibank branch and apply in person.
Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® Mastercard®
Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® Mastercard®
- Get your first eligible checked bag free for you and up to 4 travel companions on domestic American Airlines itinerariesFootnote 1
- Enjoy Group 1 boarding on domestic flights and use the extra time to prepare for your flightFootnote 1
- Earn 10% of your redeemed AAdvantage® miles back — up to 10,000 AAdvantage® miles each calendar yearFootnote 1
Find your nearest Citibank branch to apply in person.
Citi ThankYou® Preferred Card
(for International Students)
No need to have a social security number or US credit history to apply for this no annual fee credit card.
Citi ThankYou® Preferred Card (for International Students)
- Earn 2 ThankYou Points per $1 spent on dining out and entertainment and 1 point per $1 spent on other purchasesFootnote 1
- No expiration and no limit to the amount of ThankYou Points you can earn with this card
- Travel with ease and enjoy global acceptance with Chip Technology
Find your nearest Citibank branch to apply in person.
Global Client Mortgage Program
Parents can apply for a mortgage to purchase a home in the US for their children or as an investment property
If you plan to move to the US, chances are you need a US bank account, credit card, or both. Depending on the country you're moving from, Citi may be able to assist you with the account opening process, giving you one less thing to worry about. Existing Citigold®Footnote 2 clients, your status may travel with you, tooFootnote 7. Visit Global Clients in our Help Center for more information about setting up finances in the US.
Opening a Banking Account in the US
If you are a Citi client planning to move to the US, depending on the country you are moving from, we may be able to help you with the account opening process:
For select countries, you may be able to open an account in the US prior to your arrival, and have your banking card and PIN with you when you arrive
For some other countries, we can schedule an appointment for you in one of our US Citibank branches banking locations that is convenient for you so that one of our bankers can assist you with your banking needs
If you are a Citigold client in your home country, you may be able to transfer your Citigold status to the US without having to maintain the US minimum balance requirement to avoid monthly service fees.7
Establishing Credit in the US
If you are an existing Citigold client outside the US with an established credit relationship, this experience may be able to travel with you to the US for consideration during the credit application process.
Terms, conditions and fees for accounts, products, programs and services are subject to change and subject to credit approval.
