Regarding the Transfer and Selling Accounts

Buying, selling, or transferring accounts, or allowing third parties to use them is a crime(*). Even if the seller is unaware that the account will be used for criminal activities, they may still be punished.
Furthermore, it may become difficult to open accounts at other financial institutions, not just our bank, in the future.

(*) Violation of the Act on Prevention of Transfer of Criminal Proceeds: Imprisonment for up to one year or a fine of up to 1 million yen

To avoid becoming a victim of fraud

  • Never buy, sell, or transfer bank accounts. Refrain strictly from allowing third parties to use them, such as by lending your cash card.
  • If you no longer use your account, such as when returning to your home country, please close it.

Regarding Account Usage for Online Casinos

Even if 'online casinos' that conduct gambling online are legally operated overseas, it is a crime to access them and gamble from within Japan. Therefore, please do not use them under any circumstances. Regardless of the name or content, such as baccarat, slots, or sports betting, gambling conducted online is a crime.

In addition, if transactions suspected of being related to online casinos are identified in accounts or other services provided by SMBC Trust bank, we may restrict or suspend transactions with the bank based on the GENERAL ACCOUNT CUSTOMER AGREEMENT and other relevant Terms and Conditions.