text: how do i open an offshore account to deposit a large inheritance, and then how do i do banking? i have recieved a large inheritance and it will be deposited to a bank of my choice and i thought to avoid paying taxes i would put it in a legal offshore account.  what i don't understand is how will i do my banking and how do i go about opening the account? go to expedia and book a ticket to the country where you want to open your bank account and go to the bank and open the account.  they will open your bank account in 15 minutes or less.  i can help you with all your international financial needs.  top 3 answerer in business & finance. (vote for me)