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FAQ

What items do I need to apply for a checking account online?

Here is a checklist of items you will likely need to open an account:

  • Minimum opening deposit (See checking account details for specific minimum opening deposit requirements)
  • Social security number or tax identification number
  • Birth date
  • Personal identification such as driver’s license, passport, state or government-issued ID, etc.
  • Secondary form of ID (such as a social security card, birth certificate, Insurance card, etc.)
  • Open online now or connect with a Regions associate at a nearby branch or by calling 1-800-734-4667.