{"id":755926,"date":"2018-12-16T19:55:59","date_gmt":"2018-12-17T00:55:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/?p=755926"},"modified":"2026-05-15T13:21:23","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T17:21:23","slug":"credit-card-from-a-different-bank","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/credit-cards\/credit-card-from-a-different-bank","title":{"rendered":"Can you get a credit card from a different bank?"},"content":{"rendered":"

While getting a credit card from the same bank that you have a cheque or savings account with might offer some convenience, there can be benefits in getting a credit card from another bank. Use this guide to weigh your options and decide whether or not you should get a credit card with your current bank or another provider.<\/p>

Can I get a credit card from another bank?<\/h3>

Yes, you can apply for a credit card with any bank that’s not your own bank. For example, you can get a credit card with RBC even if you bank exclusively with TD. You don’t need to have a bank account in order to apply for a credit card and you can simultaneously have multiple credit cards from different banks.<\/p>

When you’re looking to get a new credit card there are perks to both staying with your existing bank and choosing to sign up with a new one. If you’re having trouble deciding, use the comparison below to determine which strategy is right for you.<\/p>

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<\/a>Getting a credit card with your existing bank<\/h4>