Rothschild & Co Bank AG
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Rothschild & Co Bank AG is a private bank based in Zurich, founded in 1968. It primarily serves clients in Switzerland, and non-resident access is handled case by case. As a private bank, it typically expects a private-banking relationship, commonly from CHF 500,000 upward — as of June 2026, and not a published per-bank figure.
About Rothschild & Co Bank AG
Private banking, wealth management and investment advisory for high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs and family offices; not a retail bank. Rothschild & Co Bank AG belongs to Rothschild & Co.
| Type | Private bank |
|---|---|
| Head office | Zurich |
| Founded | 1968 |
| Service languages | English, German, French |
| Non-residents | Limited / case by case |
- Established in Zurich in 1968 and operating in Geneva since 1975.
- Swiss wealth arm of Rothschild & Co, taken private by the Rothschild family in 2023.
Opening an account at Rothschild & Co Bank AG as a non-resident
Rothschild & Co Bank AG works mainly with clients resident in Switzerland and takes non-residents only case by case, so a foreign applicant cannot count on the standard route here. For most non-residents a private bank or an online bank that openly accepts international clients is a more reliable starting point. Our guide to opening a Swiss bank account names them and lists what they ask for.
Is Rothschild & Co Bank AG a fit for a non-resident?
As a private bank, Rothschild & Co Bank AG is built for substantial, advised relationships rather than a simple transactional account. It suits a non-resident with investable assets who wants wealth management alongside banking and can meet a private-banking entry level.
If you would rather have this handled than explained, we prepare the source-of-funds file and introduce you to a suitable bank, and we can incorporate the company an account often sits behind. You can also compare Rothschild & Co Bank AG with 35 other Swiss banks.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
01Can a non-resident open an account at Rothschild & Co Bank AG?
Rothschild & Co Bank AG primarily serves clients in Switzerland, and non-resident onboarding is handled case by case. Confirm the current policy with the bank, or with an adviser, before you apply.
02What kind of bank is Rothschild & Co Bank AG?
Rothschild & Co Bank AG is a private bank, part of Rothschild & Co, founded in 1968, based in Zurich. Established in Zurich in 1968 and operating in Geneva since 1975.
03What is the minimum to bank with Rothschild & Co Bank AG?
There is no published per-bank minimum. As a private bank, Rothschild & Co Bank AG typically expects a private-banking relationship, commonly from CHF 500,000 upward. The realistic entry point depends on the relationship rather than a fixed rule (as of June 2026).
04Does Rothschild & Co Bank AG serve clients in English?
Yes. Rothschild & Co Bank AG runs an English-language service alongside German, French, so a non-resident can be onboarded and advised in English.
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