General FAQ's

Get answers to general banking questions.

 

 

Can I get cleared checks returned to me?

Yes. You can logon to Online Banking & Bill Pay, click on Accounts, then click the Account Summary link, and then click View Recent Transactions for the desired checking account. Scroll down to review your transaction detail and search for the check item. Click on the check number from the “Chk/Item” column to view/print an image of that cleared check.

Are BankAtlantic accounts FDIC-insured?

NOTICE OF CHANGES IN TEMPORARY FDIC INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR TRANSACTION ACCOUNTS
Beginning December 31, 2010 through December 31, 2012, all funds in a "noninterest-bearing transaction account" are insured in full by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. This temporary unlimited coverage is in addition to, and separate from, the coverage of at least $250,000 available to depositors under the FDIC's general deposit insurance rules.
The term "noninterest-bearing transaction account" includes a traditional checking account or demand deposit account on which the insured depository institution pays no interest. It does not include other accounts, such as traditional checking or demand deposit accounts that may earn interest, NOW accounts, money-market deposit accounts, and Interest on Lawyers Trust Accounts ("IOLTAs").
For more information about temporary FDIC insurance coverage of transaction accounts, visit www.fdic.gov.

Is BankAtlantic open on Sundays?

Yes. Some BankAtlantic lobbies and drive-ups are open 12:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday. 

When are your branches and drive-up locations open?

See Branch Hours

When is the Customer Service Center open?

7 days a week.

How do I change my address?

Online Banking & Bill Pay customers – Logon to Online Banking & Bill Pay, click on Additional Services, and then click on the Change of Address/Phone link and update the address/phone fields. Your request will be processed within 3 business days and you will receive confirmation by email using the email address we have on file within your Online Banking service


If you do not use Online Banking, print out/complete this Change of Address form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Or, visit the nearest branch.

How do I change my legal name on my accounts?

To change your legal name on your accounts, bring an original or certified copy of a marriage license or court-order document to your nearest branch.

How do I add another account holder to my account?

To add another person as a signer on your account, contact the 7 days a week Customer Service Center or visit the nearest branch. The person being added to the account will need to verify his or her information and provide a signature. You will need to provide signed authorization to add that person to your account.

When are funds available after deposit?

BankAtlantic wants to provide you with the earliest funds availability consistent with our need for sound banking practices. For complete information on our funds availability policy pertaining to your account, please review the Disclosures Statements section of Important Disclosures.

What is the primary BankAtlantic routing number (the one I would use to conduct wire transfers or a direct deposit)?

BankAtlantic's routing number is 267083763.

How do I wire money from my account?

Please go to the nearest branch and complete a wire transfer request form. A Customer Service Representative will prepare the wire transfer request for you. To conduct a wire transfer, you will need the routing number, account number and name of the person or business receiving funds.

How do I wire money to my account?

Please provide the person or business wiring funds to your account with the BankAtlantic routing number (267083763), your name and account number. Once we receive these funds and all information is correct, BankAtlantic will automatically credit your account.

How is my available balance different from my current balance?

Current balance is the amount of funds showing in your account at that date and time. Available balance is the amount of funds showing in your account minus any deposit, Debit Card purchase holds and transit checks cashed against your account, and plus any overdraft protection.

What is the BankAtlantic fax number?

BankAtlantic's fax number is 954-585-3198. Click on the 7 days a week Customer Service Center link for additional contact information.

Where do I mail a deposit, loan payment or line of credit payment?

You can mail deposits, loan payments and line of credit payments to:
BankAtlantic
P.O. Box 8608
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33310
Please enclose your account number.

Where do I mail a loan payoff?

To make a loan payoff for overnight delivery, address it to:
BankAtlantic
Attn: Loan Payoff
2100 W. Cypress Creek
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309
Please enclose your loan account number.

If I am not a U.S. citizen, can I open an account at BankAtlantic?

Yes. Please call your nearest BankAtlantic branch to obtain a list of required documents to open an account. You will need to fill out a W-8 Form. You may open checking accounts, savings accounts, money market accounts, CDs and investment products.

When does BankAtlantic mail my 1099 form?

BankAtlantic mails 1099 forms by January 31st each year.

How do I close my account?

BankAtlantic is sorry to hear that you want to close your account. Constantly striving to make banking more convenient and friendly, BankAtlantic encourages you to call 1-888-7-DAY-BANK or visit the nearest branch to let us know how to assist you.

To close your account, please provide a signed withdrawal slip, a signed BankAtlantic check, or a signed written letter of your request to close an account. Be sure to have all account owners sign the letter and tell us how you would like to receive your balance. You may take one of these items to the nearest branch or mail to:

 

BankAtlantic
P.O. Box 8608
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33310-8608

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