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Here's how to earn your cash bonus

Open a checking
account online

Open your account
before 01/29/2021.

Set up
direct deposit

Receive qualifying direct deposits within
60 days totaling $1,500 or more.

Receive
your bonus

Keep your account opened for 60 days and you'll receive your bonus within 6-8 weeks.

Ways to open

Online - The quickest and easiest way to open an account.
Phone - Call 1-800-772-1090 and speak to a representative.
Branch - Visit one of our local branches near you.

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Securely open your new account in under 10 minutes.
You will need a valid Driver's License or State ID, your social security number and be 18 years or older.
You can fund your account using a debit card or transfer from another bank.

There's only one you.
Let's keep it that way.

Enjoy a premium level of security and peace of mind when you enroll in our digital identity protection service FREE with any People's United Bank personal checking account. AlwaysChecking keeps you in the know about your most important assets—credit, family and online data.

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AlwaysChecking service is available on mobile phone and tablet.

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The closest bank
is now in your hand

Life is busy. You need banking that is safe, convenient and full of features to bank when you and where you want. People's United Bank gives you 24/7 access to bank when you want, from wherever you are.

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Enjoy cash back rewards²
on debit purchases

Simply use your People's United Debit Card at participating merchants and in a few days your cash back reward will be automatically credited directly to your People's United Bank checking account.

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Mastercard^® Debit Cards

A convenient way to pay for everyday purchases at stores, restaurants, supermarkets or any of the millions of locations that accept Mastercard® Debit Cards.

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Already a customer?

We're here to help you get the most out of your checking account.

It pays to refer

Refer friends and family for personal or small business checking accounts, and earn a $50 Visa Reward Card, up to $500 per year. Provide name and email, and we’ll do the rest.

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