$500
Welcome bonus
$0
Monthly fee
A newcomer chequing plan with no fee for two years and a cash welcome offer.
CIBC is offering a $500 cash bonus when you open a Smart Account for Newcomers and complete the qualifying actions.
The offer grows to as much as $600 when you add an eligible CIBC credit card.
Plus, there's a refer-a-newcomer program worth $75 each.
The account has no monthly fee for your first two years.
After that, standard CIBC Smart Account pricing applies.
The Smart Account for Newcomers is CIBC's everyday chequing plan for people who are new to Canada.
You'll get unlimited transactions, including Interac e-Transfers, along with CIBC Global Money Transfers at no charge.
The account also offers tiered benefits, in line with CIBC's Smart Account structure.
Deposits are eligible for CDIC coverage.
Terms and conditions apply. The information for the CIBC Smart Account for Newcomers has been collected independently by Prince of Travel and is not provided or reviewed by CIBC. Offers, rates, and fees are subject to change — always confirm details on the financial institution's website before applying.
Last updated: July 8, 2026