Fifth Third Momentum® Checking

All the benefits of a checking account with no monthly service charge.

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A checking account can often be the foundation of your finances. Fifth Third offers a variety of account options including a free checking account. Many Banks with free checking accounts do not include the benefits Fifth Third Momentum® Checking offers.

No monthly service charge. Period.

  • No minimum deposit to open your account1
  • No minimum balance required
  • No monthly service charge, period

Key Benefits:

  • Fifth Third debit card
  • Mobile Banking, Mobile Deposit, and Alerts2
  • Access to more than 50,000 fee-free partner ATMs3
  • This account is currently only available in select markets.

Apply for an Account

Open up a Fifth Third Momentum® Checking account in minutes. Here’s what you’ll need to apply:

  • We will need your full name, address, phone, date of birth, a primary form of identification, and social security number
  • To apply online: You must be 18 years or older, have a social security number, and have a valid form of identification
  • To apply in-person: You must have a valid form of identification. A non-resident alien (NRA) can open an account at a Fifth Third branch.

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Tap to Pay and Get On with Your Day

Now you can make fast, secure and easy payments in seconds for convenient checkout.

Contactless Debit Card

Contactless Debit Card Benefits:

  • Hover or tap your contactless card at point of sale terminals where you see a contactless symbol for fast, easy, on-the-go payments
  • Allow yourself to make payments conveniently and get on to what matters most
  • Easily track purchases with our Mobile App or Online Banking
  • Get cash at more than 50,000 fee-free ATMs3
  • Eligible for cash back rewards with Prewards®5
  • $0 Annual Fee6

Online Banking and Online Bill Pay

  • Fast, free and secure
  • View all your Fifth Third Bank accounts in one place, any time
  • Online and mobile statements available

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Mobile Banking, Mobile Deposits and Fifth Third Instant Alerts®

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Access to more than 50,000 fee-free ATMs3

  • Withdraw or deposit whenever you want
  • Faster and easier than going in the bank
  • PIN required, to keep your money safe

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Exclusive Prices on Identity Theft Protection4

  • $3.95 monthly discount on Fifth Third Identity Alert®, for a net cost of $7/month
  • $5.95 monthly discount on Fifth Third Identity Alert Premium®, for a net cost of $10/month

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Fifth Third Momentum® Checking Account FAQs

Thinking about opening a checking account? Here are answers to frequently asked questions.

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