Need a Bigger, Better Checking Account? Meet Elite.
Elite Business Checking Account
With up to 500 free transactions per month1 and unlimited access to Citadel's Business Tools and Relationship Managers, our Elite Business Checking account can do more to help your business thrive.
This account earns dividends and also includes optional savings sweeps when you connect your Business High Yield Savings or Business Money Market account2—so you can make smart money moves and get back to work.
Limited Time Offer: Now through December 31, 2024, you can earn up to $1,000* with an Elite Business Checking Account and our cash management solutions. Learn more here.
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We make it easy to upgrade your current account to Citadel’s Elite Business Checking account. Choose to connect with one of our experienced Relationship Managers to discuss all the banking products and services that can take your company to the next level, or open an account online.
More Transactions & Flexibility
Get the account that can handle more monthly activity when and where you need it.
Meaningful Partnership & Expertise
Work with a Relationship Manager you can depend upon for expert advice and custom solutions.
Connected POS Systems & Payments
Easily accept payments to your Elite Business Checking account with Merchant Services and Remote Deposit Capture.
Additional Features
- As part of Citadel’s relationship-based approach, we’re thrilled to offer Elite Banking, an elevated program for business members looking to do more. Learn more
- Free Contactless Debit Card - simply Tap & Go™ wherever you see the contactless symbol at checkout
- 50% discount on first order of checks
- No Citadel fees on ATMs3
- Manage your cards and turn them on/off as needed with in Online & Mobile Banking
- See which card is connected to your account in the card services tab in your checking or credit card account record in Online & Mobile Banking
- No monthly fees when you meet one of the account requirements4
- Account Alerts for fraud, spending limits, and more
- Online Banking with desktop Remote Deposit Capture available5
- Free Citadel Mobile App with Mobile Deposit
- Same day issuing of debit and credit cards at most Citadel branch locations
Elite Business Checking Rates
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As part of Citadel’s relationship-based approach, we’re thrilled to offer Elite Banking, an elevated program for business members looking to do more. With exclusive benefits and perks for you and your team, Elite Banking can take your experience to the next level. To learn more, get in touch with your Relationship Manager, or if you’re not a member yet, contact us to get started. *See below for qualifications.
*To qualify for Elite Banking, business members must maintain the following Citadel accounts and services: 1) an Elite Business Checking Account; AND 2) a Business High Yield Savings Account OR Business Money Market Account; AND 3) Elite Business Online Banking with ACH Origination OR a commercial loan. If any of these accounts or services are removed or closed at any time, the Elite Banking Membership benefits may no longer apply.
Security
Citadel is committed to helping you protect your hard-earned money. All deposits are federally insured up to $250,000 or more per customer.
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All standard account requirements apply. Information accurate as of and subject to change without notice. All rates expressed as Annual Percentage Yield (APY). Fees may reduce earnings.
* Earn Up to $1,000 - New Account Cash Bonus & Rebate Offer: Earn a $450 cash bonus with new money deposits of funds not currently on deposit with Citadel totaling $10,000 or more within the first 60 days (internal transfers excluded) and maintain a $10,000 daily balance for the remaining 30 days after account opening. After meeting these requirements, earn an additional $300 by enrolling in one of Citadel’s Cash Management Solutions; Merchant Services, Payroll Services or ACH Origination and complete your first merchant deposit or first transaction within 90 days of account opening. Once you meet these requirements, and your checking account has been open 90 days, your bonus(es) will be paid within 10 business days.
Additional $250 Cash Rebate from First Data Merchant Services, LLC is applied for new qualified Citadel merchant members - Promotional offer expires December 31, 2024. This offer is available for qualified Citadel Credit Union merchant services members with an Elite Checking account who have not had a merchant services account processed by First Data Merchant Services, LLC within the last six months. New accounts are subject to standard credit approval and underwriting requirements. A $250 rebate applies to Clover devices valued more than $250. Rebate will be initiated to the merchant’s account within 60 days after the merchant’s account is activated. To be eligible for the rebate, the merchant must: (1) have a minimum processing volume of $100,000 annually; (2) must be credit approved between 6/1/2024 and 12/31/2024; (3) activate account by submitting a batch of $25 or more in sales within 30 days of approval date; and (4) sign a merchant processing agreement. Additional fees apply to certain Clover app’s software components, services and activated accounts. Only one offer per eligible business tax ID. Eligibility is at the sole discretion of First Data Merchant Services LLC. Early termination fees apply. Offer not valid with any other offer and subject to change without notice. Terms and conditions apply per the merchant processing agreement.
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$300 Cash Bonus: Open a new Essential Business Checking account. Earn a $300 cash bonus with new money deposits of funds not currently on deposit with Citadel totaling $2,500 or more within the first 30 days (internal transfers excluded) and complete a minimum of 10 debit card purchases within the first 90 days. Once you meet these requirements, and your checking has been opened 90 days, your bonus will be paid within 10 business days.
Bonus deposit(s) will be automatically deposited into your Citadel checking account if the account is in good standing at time of incentive processing. The value of this bonus will be reported to the IRS and the recipient is responsible for any federal, state, or local taxes on this offer.
New account cash bonus offer available to qualified new business checking customers only. Customer must not have closed a Citadel Business checking account within the last 12 months and/or previously received a checking new account bonus. Limit of one business checking bonus per business. Offer may not be combined with any other new account offer. New account cash bonus offer expires December 31, 2024, and may be modified or withdrawn at any time.
1 Transactions are defined as any checks paid, withdrawals, deposits, debit card transactions, and ACH debits and credits. First 500 transactions each statement cycle are free. Any transaction thereafter incurs a $0.25 fee per transaction.
2 Must be connected to a Business High Yield Savings account or a Business Money Market account and maintain a minimum balance of $10,000 in the Elite Business Checking account.
3 ATM transactions at non-Citadel ATMs may be subject to a surcharge from the ATM owner.
4 The monthly service fee is $15 per month. Fee is waived for 90 days from the account open date. Avoid the $15 monthly service fee by meeting one of the following requirements each statement cycle: Average daily checking balance is $5,000 or more; $25,000 combined average daily balance in deposits and month end investment balances; and/or Merchant Services Enrollment with at least one merchant services deposit per month.
5 Enrollment requires a separate purchase of a scanner - see Business Banking representative for details.