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Thank you for your decision to switch and welcome to M&T Bank.
When it comes to banking, we know you have many choices. We also understand that switching banks can be
somewhat inconvenient. That’s why we’re providing you with a few simple forms and step-by-step instructions to help
make the process a little easier. As a customer of M&T Bank, you have our commitment that we’ll work with you to
help meet your financial needs today and in the years to come.
Here are some simple suggestions to help make your move to M&T quick and easy:
STEP 1 - Open an M&T Bank business checking account
• One of our knowledgeable and experienced business representatives will help you choose an M&T checking
account that is right for you.
• When opening a business checking or savings account, all banks are required to obtain information verifying
the business as well as the individuals associated with the business. Page 2 provides a list of the documents
required that will help you quickly and easily determine the documents needed. Please have these available
when calling or visiting a branch to open your new account.
STEP 2 - Switch your payments
• Switch recurring payments, payroll funding, and merchant services transactions from your old account to
your new account. Depending on the payee, you may also be able to switch these transactions online or by
phone. To help make this process easier for you, we’ve created the Account Transfer Manager on page 3.
• Use the Payment Transfer Letter on page 4 as a guide to share your new M&T Bank information to each
of your vendors and providers. This letter, along with a voided check from your new M&T Bank business
checking account (Voided check is not needed for Debit Card transactions.), should enable the vendor/
provider to make the requested change(s). You can also keep track of who you’ve notified - and when - on
your Account Transfer Manager.
STEP 3 - Begin using your new M&T Bank business checking account
• With M&T Online Banking you receive free access to both your business and personal accounts.
STEP 4 - Close your old account
• Once you’ve received your new M&T Bank checks and Debit cards, stop using and destroy the checks and
cards associated with your old account.
• Allow time for outstanding checks, debit card purchases, and previously scheduled payments to clear on
your old checking account prior to closing — this typically takes around 10-15 business days.
• On page 5 is the Authorization and Request to Close My Account. Simply complete this form and send it to
your previous bank to notify them of your intention to close the account.
Once again, welcome to M&T Bank. We look forward to serving your financial needs in the years ahead. If you have
any questions, please stop into any Branch, contact your M&T Business Banking Relationship Manager or call us at
1-800-724-6070 and an M&T Business Banking Specialist will be happy to assist you.
Business Banking Transition Kit