 TITLE: Do Credit Cards Require Citizenship? CONTENT: Finding a Card That Meets Your Needs\n------------------------------------\nFiguring out which card is best can depend in part on your citizenship status and credit history outside the U.S.\nFor example, if you're a permanent resident with an SSN and no credit history, a secured card could be a good fit—these are also popular for U.S. citizens who are building credit for the first time.\nThose studying in the U.S. on a student visa may alternatively qualify for a student credit card. Some cards, such as the Deserve® EDU, were even created with international students in mind. You can apply with a copy of your passport, student visa and immigration forms, although you'll also need an eligible U.S. bank account to link to your account during the application.\nSeveral major card issuers, such as Barclays and Discover, won't take ITINs from applicants instead of an SSN. But many card issuers will accept an ITIN, including:\n*   American Express\n*   Bank of America\n*   Capital One\n*   Chase\n*   Citi\n*   OpenSky\n*   Wells Fargo\nIf you've established credit elsewhere, you may be able to use that to get a card in the U.S. International banks and credit card issuers, such as HSBC and American Express, have programs for professionals who are relocated to the U.S.\nIf you're moving for work, you could also ask your employer if it has any relationships with U.S. financial institutions that offer credit cards to its international employees. END