HDFC Bank, through digital innovations, provides the facility of video KYC for identity verification to open digital savings account. The bank ensures a safe and secure online banking journey by eliminating the need for branch visit for KYC. Let’s take a look at the procedure on how to do HDFC Bank video KYC.
Benefits of Opening HDFC Bank Digital Savings Account with Video KYC
Following are the benefits of opening HDFC Bank Savings Account with Video KYC:
- You open ready-to-use digital savings/salary account instantly
- You can avail cardless cash withdrawals as well
- Minimum documentation to open your account
- Paperless and presence-less process saves your time
Steps to Open HDFC Bank Digital Savings Account with Video KYC
Follow the steps mentioned below to open HDFC Bank digital savings account with video KYC:
Step 1: You need to complete your digital account opening through Aadhaar OTP based e-KYC
Step 2: Give your consent for the video KYC option. Once done, click on the video KYC link on the final page of the account opening section
Step 3: Click on the link to start your video KYC and then allow camera, microphone, and location access
Step 4: The bank agent will click your photograph. Your PAN Number will be verified along with the signature
Note: Once Video KYC is successfully completed, the account will be activated and upgraded to the account of your choice.
Documents Required for HDFC Bank Digital Savings Account with Video KYC
Following documents are required for opening your HDFC Bank digital savings account via video KYC:
- Aadhaar Number/Virtual ID
- PAN Card
- Mobile Number
- A blank white sheet of paper and a black or blue pen
Things to Know About HDFC Bank Digital Savings Account with Video KYC
- Your welcome kit will be dispatched to your registered mailing address by HDFC Bank once the KYC is completed fully
- In case of connectivity issues, you can easily try to reconnect within 7 days with the same link
- If due to any reason the verification fails and your video KYC is incomplete, then you will have to visit the nearest HDFC Bank Branch
- You must have a smartphone/desktop with stable mobile network connectivity
Frequently Asked Questions
Q.Is it mandatory to be physically present in India during video KYC?
Yes, you must be physically present in India during the video KYC.
Q.What are the charges for opening HDFC Bank Digital Savings Account via video KYC?
The bank does not charge any fees for opening HDFC Bank Digital Savings Account via video KYC.
Q.What is Aadhaar based e-KYC?
UIDAI offers Aadhaar based e-KYC that can be used voluntarily by Aadhaar cardholders for authentication and identity verification.
Q.What are the video KYC Norms by the Reserve Bank of India?
The Reserve Bank of India has set various norms such as the process should be undertaken live using a secured network, the video KYC is allowed to carry out only via a bank’s website or its mobile application, etc.