Business Account Opening

Business Account Opening

Your business deserves a financial partner that helps you keep more of what you earn. With competitive deposit rates, low fees, and personalized local service, Sikorsky Credit Union gives your business the tools to grow - while putting your money to work. Backed by a team that's invested in your success, we're here to help your business thrive today and into the future.

Ready to get started? Here's what you'll need by business type.

Select Your Business Type to Review the Required Documentation

To open your Sole Proprietorship account, you will need the following: 

Personal Identification
Government-issued, unexpired photo identification is required for all Control Persons and Authorized Signers. Acceptable forms of ID include:

  • Connecticut Driver's License
  • Driver's License issued by any other state
  • Connecticut Identification Card (issued by the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles)
  • U.S. Passport
  • Permanent Resident Card
For individuals not present in person, photocopies of the above documents will be accepted.  

Employer Identification Number (EIN)
  • TIN/EIN Letter from the IRS
  • A Social Security Number (SSN) may be used in lieu of an EIN
Business Documentation
  • Trade Name Certificate
Additional Required Forms
  • Authorization Designation (our form), if there are additional authorized signers

Additional Information
Additional non-documentary verification may be required under the Customer Identification Program (CIP), such as a utility bill for address verification.

Additional documents may be required to help us understand the nature of your business and the purpose of the business member relationship.

To discuss these requirements in more detail or if you have any questions, please contact us directly at 203-377-2252 or visit your local branch.

To open your LLC account, you will need the following:

Personal Identification
Government-issued, unexpired photo identification is required for all Control Persons, Beneficial Owners, and Authorized Signers. Acceptable forms of ID include:

  • Connecticut Driver's License
  • Driver's License issued by any other state
  • Connecticut Identification Card (issued by the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles)
  • U.S. Passport
  • Permanent Resident Card
For individuals not present in person, photocopies of the above documents will be accepted.

Employer Identification Number (EIN)
  • TIN/EIN Letter from the IRS
  • Single-member LLCs may use a Social Security Number (SSN) in lieu of an EIN
Business Documentation
  • Certificate of Organization
  • Trade Name Certificate, if operating under a DBA
Additional Required Forms
  • Authorization Designation (our form)
  • Certification Regarding Beneficial Owners of Legal Entity Members (our form)
Additional Information
Additional non-documentary verification may be required under the Customer Identification Program (CIP), such as a utility bill for address verification.

Additional documents may be required to help us understand the nature of your business and the purpose of the business member relationship. These may include, but are not limited to:
  • Certification of Legal Existence (from the Secretary of State)
  • Operating Agreement
  • Business License
  • Financial Statements
  • Sales & Use Tax Permit
  • Zoning Permit for a home-based business
  • City Business License
  • Occupational License
  • Resale Certificate

To discuss these requirements in more detail or if you have any questions, please contact us directly at 203-377-2252 or visit your local branch.

To open your Partnership account, you will need the following:

Personal Identification
Government-issued, unexpired photo identification is required for all Control Persons, Beneficial Owners, and Authorized Signers. Acceptable forms of ID include:

  • Connecticut Driver's License
  • Driver's License issued by any other state
  • Connecticut Identification Card (issued by the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles)
  • U.S. Passport
  • Permanent Resident Card
For individuals not present in person, photocopies of the above documents will be accepted.

Employer Identification Number (EIN)
  • TIN/EIN Letter from the IRS
Business Documentation
General Partnership
  • Partnership Agreement
  • Trade Name Certificate (required)
Limited Partnership (LP) and Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)
  • Certificate of Limited Partnership
  • Trade Name Certificate, if operating under a DBA
Additional Required Forms
  • Authorization Designation (our form)
  • Certification Regarding Beneficial Owners of Legal Entity Members (General Partnership)
  • Certification Regarding Beneficial Owners of Legal Entities (LP and LLP)
Additional Information
Additional non-documentary verification may be required under the Customer Identification Program (CIP), such as a utility bill for address verification.
Additional documents may be required to help us understand the nature of your business and the purpose of the business member relationship. These may include, but are not limited to:
  • Certification of Legal Existence (from the Secretary of State)
  • Operating Agreement
  • Business License
  • Financial Statements
  • Sales & Use Tax Permit
  • Zoning Permit for a home-based business
  • City Business License
  • Occupational License
  • Resale Certificate

To discuss these requirements in more detail or if you have any questions, please contact us directly at 203-377-2252 or visit your local branch.

To open your Corporation account, you will need the following:

Personal Identification
Government-issued, unexpired photo identification is required for all Control Persons, Beneficial Owners, and Authorized Signers. Acceptable forms of ID include:
  • Connecticut Driver's License
  • Driver's License issued by any other state
  • Connecticut Identification Card (issued by the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles)
  • U.S. Passport
  • Permanent Resident Card
For individuals not present in person, photocopies of the above documents will be accepted.

Employer Identification Number (EIN)
  • TIN/EIN Letter from the IRS
Business Documentation
  • Certificate of Incorporation
  • Trade Name Certificate, if operating under a DBA 
Additional Required Forms
  • Authorization Designation (our form)
  • Certification Regarding Beneficial Owners of Legal Entities (our form)
Documentation Authorizing Banking Activities
Please provide one of the following:
  • Corporate Resolution
  • Current By-Laws
  • Board Meeting Minutes
Additional Information
Additional non-documentary verification may be required under the Customer Identification Program (CIP), such as a utility bill for address verification.
Additional documents may be required to help us understand the nature of your business and the purpose of the business member relationship. These may include, but are not limited to:
  • Certification of Legal Existence (from the Secretary of State)
  • Operating Agreement
  • Business License
  • Financial Statements
  • Sales & Use Tax Permit
  • Zoning Permit for a home-based business
  • City Business License
  • Occupational License
  • Resale Certificate
To discuss these requirements in more detail or if you have any questions, please contact us directly 203-377-2252 or visit your local branch.

If an entity operates under a name other than its legal name, a Trade Name Certificate is required.
Example: Green Things Landscaping LLC DBA Iceman Snow Plowing.
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