By taking the right steps when switching banks, you could ensure a seamless transition and free yourself from plenty of headaches. a)find your new bank. b)review and transfer automatic payments and recurring transactions.C) transfer the money from your old bank to your new bank. d)close the account and request a written letter.

You are not required to have a social security number to open a checking or savings account. Many banks and credit unions will accept a taxpayer identification number (tin) instead. You will need to fill out a form with the internal revenue service (irs) to get a tin.

To open a bank account: identification: you'll need to provide a valid, government-issued photo id, such as a driver's license or a passport. If you don't have either, you can get an id card at the department of motor vehicles.