# API Onboarding Procedure

To gain access to the Bermuda Commercial Bank RESTful Open Banking API, clients must complete the onboarding process outlined below. This ensures proper verification and secure provisioning of API credentials.

## 📥 Step 1: Submit Company Information

Complete this form (30 seconds): [Application form](https://workflow.bcb.bm/workflow/new/106)

> Once you've completed the form we will be in contact within 24 hours.


## 🔍 Step 2: Review & Verification

Once your request is received, our API support team will:

- Review the submitted information
- Conduct due diligence and internal checks
- Request any additional documents or clarifications if needed


You’ll be contacted via email during this step if any follow-up is required.

## 🔐 Step 3: Access Credentials Issuance

Upon approval, you will receive:

- **Client ID and Client Secret**
- **IP Whitelisting Instructions**
- **Access to the Developer API Documentation Portal**


> ⚠️ **Important:**
Please store your credentials securely. Do not share them publicly or transmit them over unsecured channels.


## 🔧 Step 4: Configure API Access

Once you have your credentials:

- Follow the [Authentication Guide](/guides/authentication) to request your JWT token
- Begin making authenticated API requests


## 🛠️ Support

If you need help at any point during the onboarding process, our support team is here to assist.

📧 **[api@bcb.bm](mailto:api@bcb.bm)**

We look forward to working with you!