Forms and Applications

Applications Manual

Bank Applications Manual  (PDF, 781.86 KB)
This manual provides a detailed guide to the processes and procedures involved in the various banking-related corporate transactions requiring Department approval, review, registration or notification.

Applications to Establish or Relocate a Branch Office

Approval for Law or Rule Compliance Forms 

 

 

Permission to use “Bank”, "Credit Union", or “Trust”

 

Request Permission to use "bank", "credit union", or "trust" in a name 
(pursuant to Section 7-1-243 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated)

 

Verification of Lawful Presence within the United States (Financial Institutions)

Supervision Verification of Lawful Presence within the US (PDF, 180.45 KB)
The Department of Banking and Finance is required to verify the lawful presence of every individual, corporation, partnership, limited liability company or other business entity submitting an application for public benefits as defined by O.C.G.A. § 50-36-1(4).

 

Bylaws and Director Forms

 

 

Pre-Opening Forms