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Bank Accounts (Foreign and Offshore):

: Anyone can open an account at any bank in Europe or on an island, or frankly anywhere.  It is not necessary to go through an INTERMEDIARY to do so.  It does not require special dispensation or special arrangements by a TRADER, PRINCIPAL, or "FUNDER".  Most banks of any significance can be accessed on the Internet.  Additionally, there are legitimate directories that list banks throughout Europe and/or offshore, and most international banks have branches in the United States - just check the telephone directory of the nearest large city or go to Banks in Europe or World Financial Directory, each brought to you by Qualisteam.  

Should you require assistance in establishing an offshore account because of special requirements, say specific corporate or trust requirements, there are legitimate organizations that will guide you to the most suitable financial establishment for your purposes.  Most of the major brokerage houses have divisions that specialize in this type of service.

:  When presenting an investment scam that involves offshore banks, financial swindlers will frequently offer to open an account on behalf of the investor.  This offer is made in the manner of a special service, implying that the investor would have difficulty opening an account in a foreign bank whereas the swindler, posing as one with extraordinary banking connections, can facilitate the account with ease.  The upshot of the matter is that this allows the swindler to gain access to the account, if one is ever opened at all.