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Online Account Opening FAQ

The online account opening _ is compatible with the _ browsers: 

Web Browsers: 

  • Chrome latest 
  • Chrome latest -1 (Versions 54, 55, 56 are still _)&_;
  • Firefox latest 
  • Firefox latest - 1 (__ 49-52 are still supported) 
  • Safari 10.9, 10.10, 10.11, 10.12+ on Mac 
  • Internet Explorer 11 

Mobile Browsers: 

  • iOS 10 – Mobile _ and Chrome 
  • iOS 9 – Mobile _ and Chrome 
  • iOS 8 – Mobile _&_;
  • Android 7.X – Mobile _&_;
  • Android 6.x – Mobile _&_;
  • Android 5.x – Mobile _&_;

 

Applications can be submitted _ for the following account :

  • Checking Account
  • Basic Savings Account
  • Money Market Account
  • Certificate of Deposit

Only personal accounts can __ opened online at this _.

To learn more about accounts offers online, click here to be directed __ the personal checking accounts _. Click here to view the __ and CD's page.

To submit an online _, you will need the _:

  • Your Social Security Number: _ social security number allows __ to adhere to government _ and to verify your .
  • A U.S. Government Issued __: We request this additional _ to assist with verification (_._. driver’s license, passport or ID).
  • A Credit/Debit Card or _._. Checking/Savings Account: We require _ minimum deposit to open _ new account. Current customers _ have the option to _ their new account with _ transfer from an existing Western Bank account.

You will also need __ provide personal information, including _ date of birth and _ mailing address(es). If you not a U.S. citizen __ resident alien and do have this information, please a Great Western Bank near you for account __.

View our product detail which contain detailed information the types of accounts _ online. Click the Open __ button on the preferred __ type page to get __.

Current customers may also for an account online __ their Great Western ebanking _ banking or through the _ app.

Yes. More than one __ can be opened online, _ within one application or applications. 

Both current and non-Great __ Bank customers 18 years __ age or older can for an account online. must be a U.S. __ or resident alien to _ your account online.

Minors cannot apply online can be assigned as _ beneficiary. You will need __ include the beneficiary’s full _, social security number and __ to the applicant.

New customers must reside _ one of the following _: ND, SD, MN, NE, __, KS, MO, CO, AZ.

The online application process third party data to personal information as well __ credit reporting history to Knowledge Based Authentication questions __ confirm the applicant’s identity. _ do not have the _ reporting background necessary to this verification. 

You’ll need the same _ that is required when __ an individual account—but you’ll _ it for both applicants. details, view “What do _ need to complete an _?" above. Please note that _ applicant will need to _ the signature card.

Yes. Funding limits vary __ account type. Please refer __ the funding page for limits when you are __ your account.

Accounts opened online have different funding methods to _ from:

  • Transfer from an external or savings account
  • Debit/Credit Card
  • Internal transfer from a Western Bank checking or __ account (existing customers only)

Your new account will __ funded with your opening __ on the fourth business after your account is _. If you are an customer and are funding _ new account with a from an existing account, new account will be _ in one business day.

Yes. You may log __ to complete your application .&_; Click here  here to confirm your . If there is no within the application after 25 days, your application will __ canceled.

All submitted applications will __ reviewed within two business _. Once your application has _ approved, you will receive __ email stating that your __ has been opened. 

To cancel a submitted _, please call us at 1-800-952-2043.

This information is available __ the My Applications page can be accessed by  clicking here and confirming your .

 

You will be eligible __ enroll in Great Western , Great Western Bank’s digital __ platform, within one business after your account has _ opened. Click here to enroll online. may also enroll through Great Western ebanking mobile . Please note: You will _ your account number to _. To access it, log in and your account _ will be listed under “Completed Applications” section.

If you would prefer __ conduct your business in-person, _ click here to find a _ near you.

You will receive your card and/or checks within 7-10 business days after your __ has been funded.

If you have any _ during the account opening __, please contact us by at 1-800-952-2043 or by at [email protected] .