Switching has never been easier!
Step 1:
Open a Morris Bank Business Checking account.See a Customer Service Representative at one of our 3 convenient locations. They will help determine what account (s) fits you best.
To make the process even faster, bring the following when you come to open your Morris Bank Checking account:
1. Personal Account Forms 1-2 (provided in this Switch Kit)
2. Required Documentation based on account type. (see Personal Account Form 1)
In order to determine the best account type for you, it would be helpful for you to bring your previous months’ bank statements.
Step 2:
Stop using your previous checking account.Allow time for outstanding checks to clear. Destroy your ATM and/or Debit cards, any unused checks and deposit slips.
Step 3:
Transfer any Direct Deposits and Automated Payments to Morris Bank.Notify anyone making direct deposit (s) or automatic drafts to your previous account of your new bank information. Use the Change Automatic Deposit and Payment Request forms provided to assist you in quickly making the switch. If you use bill pay at your former bank, be sure to print a list of your payees and payment details prior to closing your account.
Step 4:
Close your previous checking account.Use the Account Closing Request form to close your previous checking account. We’ll notify your previous bank to close your account and forward your remaining balance to you.
If you have any questions during this process, we are always here to help at 478-272-5202. You can also visit any of our 3 locations or on the web at www.morrisstate.com
Personal Account Form 1
The following information is required in order to open an account with Morris Bank.
Personal Information
Legal Name (First, Middle, Last) ________________________________________________________________________________________ *Physical Street Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________________ *Mailing Address (if different): __________________________________________________________________________________________ *Home Phone: ________________________ Mobile Phone: __________________________ Email: ________________________________ *Date of Birth: ____ /____ /________ City and State of Birth: __________________________________________________________
*U.S. Person: SSN/TIN __________________________________
Drivers License: State ____________________ Number ___________________________ Issuance Date ______________ Expiration Date _____________________
*Non U.S. Person: provide the following:
Tax Payer ID Number ____________________________________ Alien ID Card Number: ___________________________ Passport Number: ________________________________________ Country of Issuance: ______________________________ (Passport must be government issued, evidence nationality or residence and bear current photograph or similar safeguard)
Accounts and Services
Please check all accounts that you would like to open today.
____ Personal Checking ____ Money Market ___ IRA ____ Certificate of Deposit Please check all services that you are interested in:
____ Debit Card ____ Personal Credit Card ____ Safe Deposit Box ____ Personal Loan ____ Home Equity Loan ____ Mortgage Loan ____ Online Banking ____ Bill Pay ____ Electronic Statements
PROCEDURES FOR OPENING A NEW ACCOUNT – To help the government fight the funding of terrorism and
money laundering activities, Federal law requires all financial institutions to obtain, verify and record information that identifies each person who opens an account. WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOU – When you open an account, we will ask your name, address, date of birth, and other information that will allow us to identify you. We may also ask to see your driver’s license or other identifying documents.
Personal Account Form 2
As a full service community bank, we are committed to providing financial products and services that meet your com-plete financial needs. To assist with determining appropriate products and services, please provide the following infor-mation:
Anticipated Account Activity—(Estimate based on a one month statement)
Deposits # ___ Cash ___ Check ___ ACH ___ Wire ___ All $
Withdrawals # ___ Cash ___ Check ___ ACH ___ Wire ___ All $
Wire Activity (Incoming) # Average Dollar Amount $ Source
Wire Activity (Outgoing) # Average Dollar Amount $ Source
ATM Activity # ___ Local Usage ___ Statewide Usage ___ Both
By signing this document, I authorize MORRIS BANK to verify all information provided, and, to obtain additional in-formation regarding my personal financial history from a consumer-reporting agency or agencies and/or other financial institutions. I understand that this information will be used in conjunction with MORRIS BANK products and services requested by me and that it will remain in force for the duration of my association.
I certify that the information provided by me is true and correct to the best of my belief.
_______________________________________________________________ __________________________
Direct Deposit Transfer Letter
Complete and sign this form for every party (i.e. employer, vendor) initiating a direct deposit to your account. Then, give this signed form, along with a voided check from your new Morris Bank account, to the party making the direct deposit or we will mail it for you.Company Name ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Address __________________________________________________________________________________________________ City _______________________________ State ______________ Zip ___________ Phone # _______________________
Name on Account: __________________________________ Identifying number with your company: _________________ Former Bank: _______________________________________ ABA Routing Number: _________________________________ Former Bank Account Number: _____________________________________________________________________________
Please switch my automatic deposits to this account:
Morris Bank Account Name: _______________________________________________________________________________ Morris Bank ABA Routing Number: 061213043
Address: 301 Bellevue Avenue Dublin, GA 31021
Account Number: ________________________ _____ Checking or _____ Savings Effective: _____ Immediately or _____ On _____ /_____ /_____
I authorize your company to initiate credit entries to my account at Morris Bank. I understand that this authorization will remain in full force and effect until all parties have received written notification from me of its termination in such time as to afford a reasonable time to act. If you have any questions, please call me at the number listed below.
To Whom It May Concern:
I recently changed banks and request that my automatic deposit be switched to my new account at Morris Bank. My former bank information is as follows:
Automatic Payment Transfer Letter
To Whom It May Concern:
I recently changed banks and request that my automatic payment be switched to my new account at Morris Bank. My information is as follows:
Date: ___________________
Company Name: __________________________________________________________________________________________ Address: _________________________________________________________________________________________________ City: ________________________________ State: _____________________ Zip: _______________________
Former Bank: ___________________________________________ Former Bank Routing Number: _____________________ Former Bank Account Number: ______________________ Former Bank Account Title: _____________________________ Identifying Number with your Company: ___________________________________________________________________
Please switch my automatic payments to this account:
Morris Bank Account Name: _______________________________________________________________________________ Morris Bank ABA Routing Number: 061213043
Address: 301 Bellevue Avenue Dublin, GA 31021
Account Number: ________________________ _____ Checking or _____ Savings Effective: _____ Immediately or _____ On _____ /_____ /_____
I authorize your company to initiate debit entries to my account at Morris Bank. I understand that this authorization will remain in full force and effect until all parties have received written notification from me of its termination in such time as to afford a reasonable time to act. If you have any questions, please call me at the number listed below.
Account Closure Request Letter
Former Bank Name: ____________________________________________________________ Date: ____________________ Former Bank Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________ City, State and Zip Code: __________________________________________________________________________________ To Whom It May Concern:This letter is to request that as of _________________ (date) you close the accounts listed below at your bank. Please send the balance and any interest earned by an official check or wire transfer.
Account 1
Name on Account: ________________________________________________________________________________________ Account Number: ___________________________ Type of Account: ____ Checking ___ Money Market ___ Savings
Account 2
Name on Account: ________________________________________________________________________________________ Account Number: ___________________________ Type of Account: ____ Checking ___ Money Market ___ Savings
Account 3
Name on Account: ________________________________________________________________________________________ Account Number: ___________________________ Type of Account: ____ Checking ___ Money Market ___ Savings Mailing Instructions for Official Check:
Name: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address: _________________________________________________________________________________________________ Wire Transfer* Instructions:
Beneficiary Bank Name: Morris Bank Beneficiary Bank ABA/Routing Number: 061213043
Beneficiary Name: _________________________________________________________________________________________ Beneficiary Account Number: ______________ Beneficiary Address: _____________________________________________ If you have any questions regarding this request, please contact me at __________________________________.
Sincerely,
Switch Kit Reference Guide
Use this worksheet to keep track of all the information you need to switch automatic payments and deposits to your new Morris Bank account. This worksheet is purely for your own reference. You do not need to submit it to anyone. If you have any questions, please call customer service at 478-272-5202.
New Morris Bank Account Number: _______________________________
New Morris Bank Routing Number: 061213043
Address: 301 Bellevue Avenue Dublin, GA 31021
Old Accounts to Close:
IMPORTANT: Before you close your old account (s), allow time for outstanding checks, debit card purchases and automatic payments to clear—usually around 10 business days.
Bank Name Routing Number Account Type Account Number Account Closed?
Outstanding Checks to Clear:
Check Payable To Amount Account Written From Check Cleared?
Automated Deposits to Switch:
Company Name Company Account Number Amount Date of Payment
Employee Payroll
Pensions/Retirement Plans Social Security
Investment Incomes Other
Social Security Administration 800.772.1213 or 478.275-5347 (Dublin Office) www.ssa.gov
Railroad Retirement Board 800.808.0772 www.rrb.gov
Department of Veterans Affairs 877.838.2778 or 800.827.1000 www.va.gov
Switch Kit Reference Guide
Automatic Payments to Switch:
Payment Company Account Number Amount Date of Payment
