Six Degrees of Separation………from your old bank:
Moving your checking account to Astra Bank has never been easier! The Astra Bank’s 6 Degrees of Separation Kit includes all the forms you need to make the change including a Change My Automatic Payment form, a Closing My Previous Account form, a Direct Deposit Change form, and a Government Direct Deposit Sign-up form. Print or copy as many forms as you need, and fill them out to make the change. It’s that easy! Follow the simple steps listed below.
1st Degree: Open your new account at an Astra Bank in Abilene, Belleville, Chapman or Scandia.
Stop by any Astra Bank location to open a new checking or savings account. Remember to have the following items ready when you open your account:
- Your previous bank account information
- A valid driver’s license with photo identification
- Social Security Number
- Details of your existing automatic payments
- Details of your existing direct deposits
2nd Degree: Stop using your old account.
Please leave sufficient funds in your previous account to cover any outstanding checks, ATM/debit card transactions, or automatic payments that may be charged to your account. It’s also a good idea to destroy any unused checks, deposit slips, and ATM or debit cards from your previous account.
3rd Degree: Change your direct deposits to Astra Bank.
Simply complete as many Direct Deposit Change or Government Direct Deposit Sign-up forms as needed. Forward those to the appropriate place to let them know you’ve changed banks. Include a deposit slip or voided check from your new Astra Bank account. It’s that easy!
4th Degree: Change all of your automatic payments or sign up for Astra Bank’s PowerPay and NetTeller.
You may change your automatic withdrawals and automated payment services using the Change My Automatic Payment form. Please include a deposit slip or voided check from your new Astra Bank account. Remember to include payments you may have made using your old debit card number, such as payments for online services. Print or copy as many forms as needed to make the switch.
Signing up for Astra Bank’s PowerPay and NetTeller is complimentary and easy. With our NetTeller and PowerPay program, you are in control of your money. You can schedule recurring or one time payments, transfer money and check your accounts in the comfort of your home or office.
5th Degree: Close the account at your old bank.
There’s no need to visit your former bank personally. Simply complete and submit the Closing My Previous Account form to close your account. If you have a remaining balance after your outstanding checks have cleared, the bank will send you a check to your new account at Astra. The associates at Astra Bank will be happy to help you with these forms should you have questions. We will even forward these forms for you to your old bank.
6th Degree: Enjoy using your new Astra Bank Account!
Congratulations, just a few simple steps, and you’re ready to go! You’ve moved to Astra Bank, and may now enjoy all the benefits that come with your new checking account. It’s that easy!
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