Making the Switch
Everything You Need in One Place
Switching to Commerce Bank of Wyoming is simple and stress-free. We're here to guide you through every step of the process. Whether you’re new to banking with us or expanding your relationship, our team is ready to make your transition as smooth as possible.
Send Us A MessageYour Simplified Checklist
Open Your New Account:
- Visit Commerce Bank of Wyoming
- Sit down with one of our friendly Personal Bankers to discuss your needs.
- Valid ID (e.g., driver’s license, passport).
- Previous bank statements (1-2 months recommended).
- Any relevant entity documentation (for businesses).
- Notify your employer, Social Security Administration, or other income sources of your new account details for direct deposits.
- Update automatic payments (e.g., utilities, subscriptions) with your new banking information.
- Transfer all remaining funds to your new account.
- Ensure all payments have cleared from your old account, then contact your previous bank to close it.
Your Simplified Checklist
Open Your New Account:
- Visit Commerce Bank of Wyoming
- Sit down with one of our friendly Personal Bankers to discuss your needs.
- Valid ID (e.g., driver’s license, passport).
- Previous bank statements (1-2 months recommended).
- Any relevant entity documentation (for businesses).
- Notify your employer, Social Security Administration, or other income sources of your new account details for direct deposits.
- Update automatic payments (e.g., utilities, subscriptions) with your new banking information.
- Transfer all remaining funds to your new account.
- Ensure all payments have cleared from your old account, then contact your previous bank to close it.
FAQs Addressing Common Concerns
Switching accounts can take a few days to a few weeks, depending on the complexity of your direct deposits and automatic payments. Simple setups may only require 24–48 hours.
For Personal Accounts
- Valid Government-Issued ID:Valid driver’s license or passport
- Social Security Number (SSN) OR Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN)
For Business Accounts
- Valid driver’s license or passport
- Employer Identification Number (EIN)
- Or Social Security Number for sole proprietors
Entity Documents Based on Business Type:
Corporation:
- Articles of Incorporation
- By-Laws
- Beneficial Ownership information
Limited Liability Company (LLC):
- Articles of Organization
- Operating Agreement
- Beneficial Ownership information
Non-Profit Corporation:
- Articles of Incorporation
- Meeting Minutes
- Beneficial Ownership information
Partnership:
- Partnership Agreement.
- Beneficial Ownership Information
Sole Proprietor:
- Business license or registration (if applicable)
All Business Accounts
- Previous Bank Statements from the last 1-2 months.
- List of Automatic Payments and Direct Deposits to Update
If you encounter any issues, contact Commerce Bank of Wyoming right away, and we will work with you to resolve it. Many customers choose to leave their old account open temporarily while ensuring all payments have transitioned successfully.
Yes, we recommend keeping your old account open for 30–60 days after opening your Commerce Bank of Wyoming account to avoid any disruptions.
- Provide your new account and routing numbers to your employer, vendors, or billing companies.
- Ask Commerce Bank of Wyoming to provide you with a Bank Verification letter
Commerce Bank of Wyoming offers fraud alerts, secure login options, and dual approval features for sensitive transactions like ACH Origination and wire transfers.
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