Fifth Third Bank is offering up to a $550 bonus for just funding your Essential Checking Account that you must open by June 30, 2019.
To earn the bonus all you have to do is reach a balance of $250 within 45 days of account opening and maintain that amount thereafter for 60 days. However, if you would like to earn an addition $300 bonus, you must increase your total deposit balance by $20,000 within 45 days and maintain the amount for 90 days.
Once you have done so, you will earn the bonus as well as having access to a wide selection of account features. If you qualify, be sure to apply as soon as you can. For all of the latest Fifth Third Bank bonuses, visit our HMB master list of Fifth Third Bank Promotions! Plus, check out what other banks are offering, such as HSBC Bank, Huntington Bank, Discover Bank, TD Bank, BBVA Compass Bank or CIT Bank.
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Editor’s Note: You must receive this promotion in order to participate.
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Fifth Third Bank $550 Bonus Info
- Fifth Third Bank $550 Essential Checking Bonus
- Account Type: Essential Checking
- Availability: FL, GA, IL, IN, KY, MI, NC, OH, TN, WV (Bank Locator) Targeted*
- Expiration Date: 06/30/2019
- Credit Inquiry: Soft Pull
- ChexSystems: Yes
- Opening Deposit: None
- Credit Card Funding: Unknown
- Direct Deposit Requirement: Yes
- Monthly Fee: $11, See below
- Additional Requirements: See below
- Household Limit: 1
- Closing Account Fee: None
How To Earn Fifth Third $550 Bonus
- First you must open up an Essential Checking with Fifth Third Bank.
- Reach a balance of $250 within 45 days of account opening and maintain that amount thereafter for 60 days in order to earn the first $250 bonus.
- Earn an addition $300 bonus, you must increase your total deposit balance by $20,000 within 45 days and maintain the amount for 90 days.
- You must present your targeted flyer at the time of account opening and then you will receive your bonus.
How to Avoid Monthly Fees
- Essential Checking: Waive the $11 monthly service fee by meeting one of the following requirements:
- Maintain a combined monthly average balance of $1,500 across your deposit and investment accounts
- Are a current or former U.S. military member with monthly direct deposits totaling $500 or more
- Participate in your employer’s Fifth Third banking benefits program with monthly direct deposits totaling $500 or more
- A student with a valid student ID
Bottom Line
If you are a qualifying resident, Fifth Third Bank is offering you a chance to earn a $250 bonus. To receive this bonus, all you need to do is open up a new Essential Checking account and follow the simple requirements mentioned above.
Feel free comment below and let us know about how it went and if you could fund your account with credit card or not. We value your feedback and will continue to keep you posted on the latest bank offers nationwide. If you would like to see more, check out our full list of Bank Promotions for all your banking needs.