OTP Bank Serbia Embraces Digital First with Online Account Opening
Translated from Serbian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- OTP Bank in Serbia offers online account opening, allowing customers to establish banking relationships without visiting a branch.
- The service, part of the bank's 'Digital First' strategy, can be completed in under twenty minutes via video call with a bank agent.
- Euromoney recognized OTP Bank as the Best Digital Bank in Serbia for the second consecutive year in 2025, highlighting its leadership in digital banking.
As life becomes increasingly mobile, financial services are also adapting to be accessible anywhere, anytime. OTP Bank in Serbia is responding to this shift with its online account opening service, enabling customers to manage their finances without being tied to a physical location or specific banking hours.
The bank's 'Digital First' approach, a strategy it has pursued for years, positions it as a pioneer in Serbia's digital banking landscape. This commitment to digital innovation has earned OTP Bank recognition from Euromoney, which named it the Best Digital Bank in Serbia for the second year running in 2025.
Opening an account online with OTP Bank is designed to be a swift and straightforward process, requiring less than twenty minutes. Customers can choose from various packages, Fluo, Praktik, or Prestiลพ, and initiate the process via the OTP Bank website. The entire procedure is guided by a bank agent through a video call, ensuring customers receive assistance and clarity at every step. This includes identity verification, document submission, and contract signing, all completed digitally without the need for printing or visiting a branch.
Security is a key component of the online service, with multiple layers of protection including reliable video identification, document verification, and encryption for both communication and data. Once a customer is onboarded, multi-factor authentication further secures access to digital services. The bank also offers an immediate digital card upon activation, which can be used for online payments, contactless transactions via Apple Pay or Google Pay, and cash withdrawals. For those who prefer a physical card, it can be delivered to their home address.
Originally published by N1 Serbia in Serbian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.