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U.S. banking made simple for international customers.

We offer support in Japanese and Korean to help you open a U.S. account and manage your money in Hawaiʻi.

Central Pacific Bank has been supporting international customers from Japan and Korea for many years. Whether you’re new to Hawaiʻi or managing assets from abroad, we offer straightforward U.S. banking with the multilingual support and local knowledge you need.

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Getting started with U.S. banking

Find simple ways to open a U.S. account, send money internationally, and manage your finances online.

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Banking support for international customers connected to Hawaiʻi.

CPB serves international customers who live in Hawaiʻi, visit frequently, or do business here—and need reliable, straightforward U.S. banking without the usual barriers.

Living in Hawaiʻi

Best for: Day-to-day banking needs

You’ve relocated to Hawaiʻi and need a U.S. bank account for rent, bills, school tuition, and everyday spending.

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Connected 
to Hawaiʻi

Best for: Property owners & frequent visitors

You own a home, have family in Hawaiʻi, or visit regularly and need a reliable U.S. account to manage local expenses.

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Investing in 
U.S. dollars

Best for: Asset management & transfers

You want to hold, grow, or move funds in U.S. dollars—with clear guidance on cross-border transfers and account options.

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U.S. accounts and services designed for international customers. 

CPB offers a range of U.S. dollar accounts and services that international customers can open and manage with clear documentation requirements and multilingual support throughout.

  • U.S. Dollar Checking Account

    Best for: 
Everyday spending, bill pay, and local transactions in Hawaiʻi.

  • U.S. Dollar 
Savings Account

    Best for: 
Best for: Holding and growing U.S. dollar deposits over time.

  • Cross-Border 
Wire Transfers

    Best for: 
Best for: Moving money between your home-country accounts and U.S. accounts.

  • Foreign Currency Exchange

    Best for: 
Converting JPY, KRW, or other currencies to U.S. dollars.

Clear requirements and no surprises.

We know that opening a U.S. bank account can feel complicated for international customers. We’ve made the requirements as straightforward as possible and our team is here to guide you through every step.

What to expect:

  • Account opening: In-branch required
  • Application time: ~30–60 minutes
  • Multilingual support available
  • Fees & rates: Explained upfront

What you’ll need:

  • Valid passport
  • Visa or entry documentation (if applicable)
  • U.S. address or local contact information
  • ITIN or SSN (requirements vary by account type)
  • Minimum opening deposit
Important: What to know before you apply.

CPB cannot actively market or sell banking products in Japan or Korea. Our International Banking services are available to customers who are living in, visiting, or doing business in Hawaiʻi. If you have questions about eligibility, please speak with an International Banking Specialist before applying.

Starting your wealth journey is easier than you think.

  1. Speak with a specialist

  2. Gather documents

  3. Visit a branch

  4. Start banking

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Manage your U.S. accounts from anywhere.

Whether you’re in Hawaiʻi or back home in Japan or Korea, CPB’s online and mobile banking tools let you stay in control of your U.S. accounts at any time.

Feature Highlights:

  • Online banking access from Japan, Korea, and abroad

  • Mobile banking app with multilingual support

  • International wire transfers

  • Foreign currency exchange

  • Debit card for international use

  • Travel banking support & fraud alerts

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We speak your language.

CPB offers banking support in Japanese and Korean—from in-branch specialists to translated materials—so you can bank with confidence and clarity, no matter your background.

Support Highlights:

  • Japanese-speaking international banking specialists

  • Korean-speaking international banking specialists

  • Translated account documents & disclosures

  • Japanese site (日本語サイト)

  • Korean site (한국어 사이트)

Questions? Our International Banking team is here to help.

From personal banking and wealth management to international accounts and digital tools, we’re here for every part of your financial life.

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From personal banking and wealth management to international accounts and digital tools, we’re here for every part of your financial life.

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