Switching Banks Made Easy

Learn how easy it is to switch bank accounts

Switching banks may seem like a daunting task, especially if you have your pay directly deposited into your checking account or automatic payments set up. Don't let the process keep you from switching to a checking account with better features backed by friendly service. Whether you're concerned about closing fees, outstanding checks or managing automatic bill payments, we offer two convenient services designed to make switching to a new checking account from Citizens Bank easy.

1. Switching checking accounts with Citizens Bank One Switch^®

With Citizens Bank One Switch, you get support online whenever your schedule allows. We'll help you create the letters you need to switch your direct deposits, automatic payments and eventually close your current account. Simply provide the names of the companies involved and One Switch will automatically generate customized letters for you to print out and mail when switching banking accounts.

To learn how to switch bank accounts to Citizens Bank, you can view our demo which will walk you through the process. When you're ready to switch checking accounts, open a checking account and start the One Switch process. For more information about our checking account products, speak to a representative at 1-877-360-CIRCLE.

2. Get help switching bank accounts with Citizens Bank Switch Support^®

If you're a Circle Gold Banking™ customer, you can take advantage of exclusive Switch Support, a concierge service that provides you with a dedicated Citizens Bank representative to handle switching bank accounts for you. You can even choose the level of involvement you want your representative to have. Some of their typical responsibilities include:

• Transferring your direct deposit. We will contact your employer and request that your direct deposit be switched to your new account.
• Moving automatic payments. We will contact your billers, from your utilities to your mortgage company and move your automatic payments.
• Setting up Online Bill Payees. If you want to bank and pay bills online, we will activate online banking and set up your online bill payees for you.
• Closing your old account. We will complete a letter for you requesting that your old checking account be closed.

Consider switching bank accounts to an institution focused on your needs

If you're thinking about switching banks, learn about the benefits and savings of Circle Gold Banking from Citizens Bank to help you make a decision. At Citizens Bank, we make switching checking accounts simple. Call 1-888-753-1900 to ask about Citizens Bank One Switch or switch your account with Citizens Bank Switch Support.