Make the Switch to Chartway
Switching your checking account to Chartway is as easy as 1-2-3!
1 Open your new Chartway account
Take care of your new account first, and it’ll be a smooth move from your old one.
Click — It's easy and quick to open your account online. Our system will walk you through each step.
Visit — Stop by your neighborhood Chartway branch. We'd love to see you and open your new account!
Call — We can open your new account over the phone. Give us a call at (800) 678-8765 and we'll take care of it!
2 Set up Direct Deposit
No more paper paychecks! With direct deposit, your money goes right into your Chartway account! Provide your employer with your new Chartway account number and routing number.
If you are a Federal employee, including military, start with Sign-Up Form 1199A. If you're employed at a private company, contact your payroll or Human Resources department to get things started.
3 Close your old checking account
Redirect your automatic payments/debits to your new Chartway account. Don't forget loan payments, insurance premium payments, utility payments, membership dues, donations, and any other recurring debits to your account.
Let your outstanding checks clear from your old account.
Once all activity has been phased out, contact your prior financial institution, and request that the account be closed.
