Preferred Checking®
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When you sign up for Fifth Third Preferred Checking®, you get access to exclusive program discounts and benefits with comprehensive financial solutions and dedicated service.
Key Benefits:
Pay the Preferred Way
Get your exclusive new look Fifth Third Preferred contactless debit card today.
With this card, you’ll enjoy:
- Contactless payments: Hover or tap at any contactless-enabled terminal to pay safely in seconds.
- Fast and secure payments to help you save time at online and in-store checkout
- Prewards®5: Automatically save money at places you already shop. And don’t forget: You can easily load it into your Digital Wallet!

Preferred Checking Account Requirements
- No minimum deposit to open
- Checking accounts must be funded within 45 days of opening
No Monthly Service Charge If:
- Your deposit and investment accounts reach a combined total balance of $100,000 at any time during the month.6
- Otherwise, it's $25 per month.
A combined balance of $100,000 in deposit+ or investment accounts* is required. One of the Fifth Third Preferred Checking account owners must be listed as an owner on the other accounts to count towards the combined balance.
Interested in enrolling in a Preferred Checking account? Find a Branch today or browse other Fifth Third Bank Checking Account options.

Exclusive Pricing for Fifth Third Identity Theft Protection4
With Fifth Third Preferred Checking®, you can receive complimentary Fifth Third Identity Alert® 4 and a discount on Fifth Third Identity Alert Premium®
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Protect today, plan for tomorrow
You’ll receive exclusive rewards and resources that help you safeguard what you’ve built—while looking ahead to the future—including:
- Access to Fifth Third’s Life360 online portal7 to help organize and manage your complete financial picture
- $0 self-directed online trades in brokerage account8
- Access to a team of investment professionals* who tailor solutions to your individual situation

Other Account Features
- Complimentary checks, notary services, money orders and cashiers checks
- Complimentary 3 x 5 safe deposit box or discount on larger size9
- Conveniently manage your account online