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Welcome to your new First Bank account.

Getting started is easy.

Have a question? Give us a call.
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Have a question? Give us a call.

We’re glad you want to get the most out of your new account.

Before you get started, here are a few things to look out for and a brief survey to help us know how we’re doing.

Your debit card will arrive in 7 to 10 business days.
Need to order checks? Start here >

How’d We Do?
Take a quick, 3-minute survey and let us know about your in-branch account opening experience.

Download the app.

Ready to start banking from your mobile phone? We’ll text you a link in a secure message that will take you to the appropriate app for your device. Make sure to select whether you have an iPhone or Android device below.

First Bank mobile banking app running on an iPhone.

Text to download our digital banking app

Ready to use your money on the go?

Explore all of our digital banking tools.
Check out the entire suite of solutions available on the First Bank app.

The First Bank Digital Banking Apps are available for select mobile and tablet devices. There is no charge from First Bank, but message and data rates may apply.

Must enroll in First Bank Online Banking and download the First Bank Digital Banking App from the App Store or Google Play.

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A flexible card that fits your priorities.

The Platinum Rewards Mastercard® earns more back for you.

  • Enjoy a 0% introductory APR for the first 9 months. After 9 months, a variable 16.65 – 26.65% APR will apply.*
  • Get $0 balance transfer fee*
  • Earn 1 point for each $1 spent on qualifying purchases

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First Bank's platinum credit card with rewards


Use your card to earn rewards.

Every time you use your card you’ll earn points for every qualifying dollar you spend.

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Travel
Turn your points into free and discounted airline tickets, cruises, hotel stays, vacation packages, and car rentals.
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Gift Cards
Use your points for gift cards from a wide array of retailers and restaurants.
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Experiences
Get the most out of life, redeem your points for experiences, like skydiving, whitewater rafting, or hang-gliding lessons.
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Cash Back
Turn your rewards points into cash when you select the Cash Back option.
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Merchandise
Get what you’ve always wanted from our array of merchandise, like Apple Watches®, golf clubs, power tools, and more.
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Donations
Use your points to donate to charity. You can choose up to three organizations to give to.
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How many rewards can your purchases earn you?
Use the One Rewards Calculator to see how your daily qualifying purchases add up to points when you use your First Bank Mastercard.
Rewards Calculator
Paying too much for your credit? Find out.
Our Balance Transfer Calculator tells you what you could save if you transferred your credit balance to a First Bank card—for free.
Calculate My Savings
Start using your rewards points today.
Log in to online banking and explore how you want to be rewarded.

See our Terms and Conditions for complete details on our Mastercard® programs. Loan subject to credit approval. ®2024 Mastercard. Mastercard, Debit Mastercard, and the Mastercard brand marks are trademarks of Mastercard International Incorporated.

*Rates current as of 12/2/24. APR will vary based on the Prime Rate and your creditworthiness. There is no minimum interest rate charge and there is no annual fee. See our Disclosure Summary for complete details. Loans subject to credit approval.

It’s simple to switch

Use this guide to close your account with another financial institution and transfer your funds to First Bank.

What you need on hand:

  • Your new First Bank checking account and the bank’s routing number: 053104568
  • Your old bank account and routing numbers
  • The First Bank mobile app to set up your new bill pay, funds transfer, and MyMoney financial management goals

Follow these six simple steps.

Step OneDownload the First Bank mobile app

Text to download our digital banking app

Step TwoChange your direct deposit to First Bank

Step ThreeLink accounts

Link your old and new accounts by logging into your First Bank account, then click “Payments and Transfers,” and then “Add External Account.”

Step FourStop using your old account

Monitor your old account to be sure to avoid any fees for dropping below any of the monthly account requirements. It may be helpful to also review the past few months (or year) of statements for recurring payments. Identify any lingering checks written from your old account, monitor their status and ensure they are all cleared before you close out the account.

Step FiveSwitch auto-drafts and online payments to your new account

Consider your cable or phone bill and accounts with sites like Amazon, Netflix, and Apple Pay. Make sure you update the info on each to your new First Bank debit card or account.

Step SixClose your old checking account (if applicable)

Withdraw any remaining money and follow the guidelines of the institution for closing your account.

Dream big, we’ll help you get there.

We offer the financial services and competitive loans you need to reach your personal goals.

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