New Delhi, Aug. 27 -- Visiting a branch is no longer the only way to open a bank account. Many banks allow eligible customers to complete account opening through digital channels, including online applications and remote KYC facilities. However, whether you can complete the entire process without visiting a branch depends on the bank, account type and verification requirements.

Yes, an eligible customer may be able to open a bank account without a physical branch visit if the bank offers a fully digital onboarding process. Depending on the account, identity verification may be completed through methods such as video KYC.

This means the application, document submission and identity verification can potentially be completed remotely. Howe...