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APY (Annual Percentage Yield) 0%
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Avant Banking Review

Avant Banking is offered by Avant LLC, a financial services company founded in 2012 and based in Chicago, IL. Avant Banking are available in 50 states (and Washington, DC).

Key Takeaways

  • 0% APY. As with most checking accounts, Avant Banking does not pay interest.
  • $0 monthly fee. This account does not charge any monthly account fees.
  • No minimum initial deposit. There is no minimum balance required to open an account online.
  • No ATM fees. Avant Banking does not charge fees on ATM transactions within its network but there is a fee of up to $2.50 for out-of-network ATM transactions.
  • Bill pay. Pay your bills to practically anyone in the United States through Avant LLC.
  • Early direct deposit. Get access to you paycheck funds faster If you set up a direct deposit to this account.

Avant Banking Pros & Cons

Pros Cons
  • Available in all 50 states.
  • Free debit card and the option to lock/unlock the card if lost or stolen
  • No signup bonus.
  • Does not earn interest
  • Online-only account with no access to physical branches.
  • Does not offer mobile check deposits.
  • Charges a higher than average fee on out-of-network ATM transactions.

Avant Banking FAQ

Are checking accounts from Avant LLC federally insured?

Yes, your deposits are insured up to $250,000 per person by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). The FDIC is an independent agency of the United States government that protects you against the loss of your insured deposits if an FDIC-insured bank or savings association fails. FDIC insurance is backed by the full faith and credit of the United States government.

What APY does Avant Banking offer?

Avant Banking is not an interest-bearing account.

What are the account minimums for Avant Banking?

Avant Banking does not require a minimum initial deposit.

Avant Banking Minimums
Description
Minimum Opening Deposit $0

What fees does Avant Banking charge?

The good news is that this account does not have a monthly Service Charge.

Avant Banking Fees
Description
Monthly Fee $0
ATM Fee: In-Network $0
ATM Fee: Out-of-Network Starting at $2.50
Foreign Transaction Fee (Debit Card) 0%
Overdraft Item Fee $0
Online Bill Pay Fee $0

Does Avant Banking charge overdraft fees?

No, Avant Banking does not charge overdraft fees.

What features and perks does Avant Banking offer?

This account includes the following features:

  • Online Bill Pay - Online Bill Pay allows you to pay bills easily from your account.
  • Get paid early - If you set up direct deposit with your employer and request this service, you can collect your salary early.
  • Mobile Banking Services - Avant Banking allows you to manage your money online or with a mobile app.
  • Nationwide ATM network - Conveniently transact at a nearby ATM.

What is the customer support email for Avant Banking?

The customer support email for Avant Banking is support@avant.com.

Avant Banking Disclosure: Avant, LLC is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services are provided through Evolve Bank & Trust, Member FDIC. The Avant Debit Card is issued by Evolve Bank & Trust pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A Inc. and may be used everywhere Visa® debit cards are accepted.
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Availability

  Available in 50 states and Washington, D.C.
  • Alabama
  • Alaska
  • Arizona
  • Arkansas
  • California
  • Colorado
  • Connecticut
  • Delaware
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Hawaii
  • Idaho
  • Illinois
  • Indiana
  • Iowa
  • Kansas
  • Kentucky
  • Louisiana
  • Maine
  • Maryland
  • Massachusetts
  • Michigan
  • Minnesota
  • Mississippi
  • Missouri
  • Montana
  • Nebraska
  • Nevada
  • New Hampshire
  • New Jersey
  • New Mexico
  • New York
  • North Carolina
  • North Dakota
  • Ohio
  • Oklahoma
  • Oregon
  • Pennsylvania
  • Rhode Island
  • South Carolina
  • South Dakota
  • Tennessee
  • Texas
  • Utah
  • Vermont
  • Virginia
  • Washington
  • Washington, DC
  • West Virginia
  • Wisconsin
  • Wyoming

Feature Breakdown

Minimum Opening Deposit $0
Monthly Fee $0
ATM Fee: In-Network $0
ATM Fee: Out-of-Network Starting at $2.50
Foreign Transaction Fee (Debit Card) 0%
Overdraft Item Fee $0
Online Bill Pay Fee $0
Immigration Status Considered
  • U.S. Citizen
  • U.S. Permanent Resident
Verification Documents Required
  • Driver License (or other photo ID)
  • Proof of citizenship/residence (Green Card)
  • Proof of Identity
  • Government Issued Photo ID
  • Social Security Number
Account Features
  • No ATM Fees
  • Free Bill Pay
  • No Monthly Maintenance Fee
  • Nationwide ATM Network
  • Mobile Banking
  • Debit Card Lock/Unlock
  • Fraud Protection
  • Debit Card
  • Get Paid Early
  • Member FDIC
  • Online-Only Account
APY (Annual Percentage Yield) 0%

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