Who qualifies for a Metro Checking account?

Anyone can qualify for a Metro Checking account! Current Metro members who have an existing checking account can upgrade their current account to Metro Checking .

Are there really no fees?

We’ve heard from our members, and we listened— fees don’t give you that flexibility and freedom you need. So, we’re getting rid of the fees you don’t need: No minimum balance or monthly fees No insufficient funds fees No return deposit fees No inactivity fees No overdraft fees

How does overdraft work if there isn’t a fee?

Overdrafts happen— and we’re prepared to help you through it. This is why we’ve increased the overdraft limit from $750 to $1,000. An increased limit allows you to cover your bills and expenses while you wait for a paycheck or deposit to clear.

What if I already have a checking account at Metro?

No changes will be happening to your existing checking account . If you have a My Reward, Safeguard, or Free Checking, you will remain in that account. Metro will now no longer offer Free or My Reward Checking to new account members because Metro Checking has both features combined into one. Your checking account will only switch to Metro Checking if you initiate the upgrade.

What changes with my checking account if I switch from one to Metro Checking?

If you switch your account to Metro Checking, your account number stays the same , your direct deposits remain, and other bills or deposits connected to that account number won’t be affected. All previous Metro programs like Save Your Change and Early Pay will still apply if you’re currently meeting all program requirements.

If I have more than one Metro Checking, can I open more than one Membership Savings to earn the bonus rate on each?

You can only have one Membership Savings account with Metro. If you have multiple Metro Checking Accounts, as long as one of the Metro Checking Accounts meets the monthly 3 out of 5 eligibility requirements the bonus will be paid on the Membership Savings balance.

If I change my My Reward Checking to a Metro Checking mid-month, how are the ATM transactions counted and fees refunded?

Members with a My Reward Checking account will continue to receive reimbursement of ATM fees on a daily basis. Once you upgrade to Metro Checking, reimbursements will be paid at the end of the month assuming 3 of the 5 eligibility criteria is met.

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Metro Checking features

No minimum balance requirement or monthly fee.
UNLIMITED ATM fee refunds.¹
3.00% APY² on your Membership Savings Account.
Earn rewards points for using your account - and redeem for cash in Metro iBanking!
No insufficient funds fees and flexible overdraft options.³
Deposits 100% insured with no limit.

New members can open an account by clicking below:

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Earn points for everyday banking activities like direct deposits, debit card usage, and bill payments.

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Rates shown are for new accounts opened and are subject to change after account opening. Fees may reduce earnings. After account opening, the current rate can be found within Metro iBanking and on the account statement.

¹Provided you meet three of the following criteria each month, you may be eligible for unlimited ATM fee refunds: eCommunications Opt-In; Direct Deposit of at least $500.00 per month into your Metro Checking Account; Debit Card purchases at least 5 times per month (each transaction must be for $1.00 or more); Active Metro loan or Metro credit card; Average monthly balance greater than $5,000 in your Metro Checking Account.

² Annual Percentage Yield as of 7/1/2024. $5.00 minimum deposit to open. One Membership Savings per person. With a qualifying Metro Checking account, 3.00% APY will be paid on the balance in your savings account up to $3,000.00. A dividend rate of 0.10% will be paid on the remaining balance in your account that exceeds $3,000.00. For example a $3,000.01 balance in your account will earn 3.00% APY and a $4,000.00 balance in your account will earn a blended 2.28% APY. Membership Savings accounts without a qualifying Metro Checking earn a dividend rate of 0.10% on all balances. A qualifying Metro Checking account meets at least three of the following criteria each month: direct deposit of at least $500.00, 5 debit card purchases of at least $1.00 each, enrollment in eCommunications, maintaining an active Metro loan or credit card, maintaining an average Metro Checking balance of at least $5,000.00. The rate may change after account opening, is subject to change without notice and is based on daily balances. Rates may change throughout the month and will affect the monthly dividend payment. Funds earn dividends from the first business day of deposit and are compounded and paid monthly.

³Whether your overdrafts will be paid is discretionary and we reserve the right not to pay. For example, we may not pay overdrafts if your account is not in good standing, you are not making regular deposits, or you have too many overdrafts. Learn more about our policies for overdraft and nonsufficient (NSF) fees here. You must bring the account to a positive balance within 10 calendar days after the first transaction that creates a negative balance on your account.

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