Forbright Bank has locations in Maryland and Northern Virginia to directly assist our customers with in-person needs. For a full list of branches and service hubs, visit our Locations page.
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How do I switch to Forbright Bank as a branch customer?
First off, we’re so glad you’ve chosen to bank with Forbright! If you are interested in opening an account for one of our Branch-specific offerings, you can follow these instructions to get started:
- Open an account with one of our bankers. Visit one of our branches located in the Washington, D.C. metro area to set up your new account.
- Discontinue using your old account but keep it open. It can take up to two statement cycles for your outstanding checks and items to clear. In the meantime, turn off any automatic bill pay, destroy unused checks, deposit slips, and debit cards.
- Switch your direct deposits, automatic transactions or bill pay to Forbright Bank. Any existing automatic payments can be updated using your new checking account information with Forbright Bank.
- Close your old account. Once you’ve ensured that all your funds have been successfully transferred and all automatic transactions are switched to your Forbright Bank account, you can use our Personal Banking Switch Kit to authorize the closure of your old account.
How do I activate my debit card?
Once you have received your debit card in the mail, you can call us via our automated banking system at 855-354-9933 and press option 6. You’ll need to call from the phone number that’s associated with your account and have your card number and PIN available.
How do I order checks?
You can order checks via online banking or by contacting your local branch.
How do I increase my limit?
You can reach out to your local branch, where they are able to request the increase.
How do I place a stop payment?
Stop payments may be placed online or by contacting your local branch.
What is the routing number for Forbright Bank branch customers?
At Forbright Bank, we have two routing numbers. The one you will use depends on your relationship with Forbright Bank:
- Branch Banking and Business Banking Customers – 055003418
- Growth Savings and Growth CD customers – 055003612
How do I find my branch banking routing number?
If you have a checking account with Forbright Bank, you can find your routing number on one of your checks in the bottom left-hand corner.
How do I get in touch with a representative?
Great question! For support with your Branch Banking account, you may get in touch with a representative from Monday to Friday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. ET, except for holidays by either calling 888-855-7778 or emailing customerservice@forbrightbank.com.
Business Banking FAQs
Forbright Bank has locations in Maryland and Northern Virginia to directly assist our customers with in-person needs. For a full list of branches and service hubs, visit our Locations page.
First off, we’re so glad you’ve chosen to bank with Forbright! Here are the steps you’ll want to follow to switch your account over:
- Open an account with one of our bankers. Visit one of our branches located in the Washington, D.C. metro area to set up your new account.
- Discontinue using your old account but keep it open. It can take up to two statement cycles for your outstanding checks and items to clear. In the meantime, turn off any automatic bill pay, destroy unused checks, deposit slips, and debit cards.
- Switch your direct deposits, automatic transactions or bill pay to Forbright Bank. Any existing automatic payments can be updated using your new checking account information with Forbright Bank.
- Close your old account. Once you’ve ensured that all your funds have been successfully transferred and all automatic transactions are switched to your Forbright Bank account, you can use our Business Banking Switch Kit to authorize the closure of your old account.
At Forbright Bank, the routing number you use depends on your relationship with Forbright Bank. For Business Banking customers, the routing number is 055003418.
Wires must be submitted online by 5:30pm ET.
ACH transactions must be submitted and approved in Business eBanking by 7:30pm ET.
Funds can only be wired in USD.
The information provided will depend on what type of wire.
Domestic Wires
Bank Name: Forbright Bank
4445 Willard Ave., Suite 1000
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Bank Routing Number/ABA: 055003418
Account Name
Account Number
Account Address (No P.O. Box)
EFT or ACH Transfers
Bank Name: Forbright Bank
4445 Willard Ave., Suite 1000
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
ABA #: 055003418
Account Name
Account Number
Address (No P.O. Box)
Incoming International Wires (As of 11/15/2024):
Beneficiary Bank and account: Sending bank must designate an intermediary bank to send funds through and convert foreign currency to US Dollars.
Please ensure the following instructions are included by the Sending Bank:
- Bank to Bank Instructions: For further credit to [Provide Forbright Bank Customer’s Account Name & Account Number & Address]
You can order checks by visiting https://www.deluxe.com/
If your DEBIT or ATM card has been lost or stolen, please call one of the following numbers to cancel your card:
Monday to Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. ET: 888-855-7778
All other times including Bank Holidays: 800-236-2442
If you cancelled your card after business hours, please call customer service at 888-855-7778 during normal banking hours to order your new card.
If your CREDIT CARD has been lost or stolen, please call our 24-hour cardmember services at 1-800-558-3424.
Great question! You may get in touch with a Business Banking representative from Monday to Friday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. ET, except for holidays by either calling 888-855-7778 or emailing customerservice@forbrightbank.com.
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