How to Switch Your Checking Account | Navy Federal Credit Union

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Step 1

Open a Checking Account Online

Your account comes with a Navy Federal Debit Card—the combination debit and ATM card that's accepted worldwide at millions of locations. You'll receive your starter checks in 7 to 10 business days.

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Step 2

Sign up for Direct Deposit

Get your pay safely and conveniently.

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Step 3
Stop Using Your Old Checking Account

Stop using your old checking account, but keep it open until your direct deposit and automatic payments have moved to Navy Federal and all your checks have cleared.
- Fill out the Automatic Payment Change Notification form and provide to the company(ies) debiting your account.
- Fill out the Checking Account Closure Notification form and provide to the appropriate financial institution.

Checking Resources

Direct Deposit

Get your pay safely and conveniently.
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Navy Federal Debit Card

Accepted at millions of locations worldwide. Secure and convenient. Activate your debit card today.
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Switch to Paperless Statements

Reduce waste while increasing your account security. Make the switch to paperless statements.
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