I didn't know that, maybe they have a Georgian address on file. So the address I provided to TBC at the time of account opening was my hotel address in Georgia (I wanted to write my UAE address but the bank employee in Georgia told me to use my hotel LOL).
However, two years ago I needed an address proof from TBC, so I sent them letter asking for a confirmation of my residential address in the UAE, which they provided in the form of a bank address confirmation letter.
Maybe I should ask TBC what address they used for wire transfer, but I feel its a bit risky and anyhow can't change IBKR's decision at this point.
Just curious, how good is your explanation for source of income? Because mine kind of mismatches my profession in the UAE, although it's average in the USA I would image.
Oh and any particular countries/banks lenient in this regard? I suppose when you say big banks you don't mean Citibank/HSBC, tho their private banking HNWI accounts might make more accommodation.
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