How To Apply For A MetroBank Account

Posted September 11, 2010 – 7:42 am in: Loans
     

Metrobank Philippines is one of the most awarded and established banks in the Philippines. It is a member of BancNet, a popular domestic bank organization in the country and it is also listed in Philippine Stock Exchange.

One advantage of Metrobank to other Philippine banks is that it has branches in other countries such as in Europe, Middle East, USA, Canad and Korea. In the Philippines, it has also numerous branches spread all over the country. Metrobank offers different means of banking like online banking, banking directly to your bank, mobile and ATM banking.

When applying for a savings or checking account in Metrobank, it is better to bring complete requirements for faster approval and to avoid hassles. It is also advisable to apply online/Internet banking at the same time when you apply for account.

One good service offered by Metrobank is online banking. You need to enroll your bank account to this feature to be able to use this service. With online banking, you can pay bills online such as electricity and water bill, transfer money to other accounts free of charge and view statement of account easily.

If you are considering to apply for a bank account at Metrobank, it is recommended to adhere to the procedures below.

1. Choose what branch will you going to open an account. Be reminded that you must select a branch near your house or work so it would be easily accessible in times you need to visit the bank.

2. Bring complete requirements when opening a bank account.

3. Bring money for the initial deposit usually ranging from P500 to P10, 000. It is advisable to have an initial deposit equal to the maintaining balance of your account.

4. Proceed to new account desk upon arriving in the bank. Tell the bank officer you want to open a bank account. Then he/she will give you application forms; fill it up with the required data completely. Ask the bank officer when you have questions or in doubt.

5. After completing all forms, give your initial deposit together with the application forms and requirements to the bank officer for checking and approval.

6. Obtain your passbook or ATM card where you open a bank account after 5 banking days had passed. Remember to go to the bank during banking hours from 9am to 3pm.

MetroBank Philippines is a large network bank with products and services like savings and checking account, remittance services, loans, investment funds and more. It is advisable to bring all requirement when you are considering to apply for a bank account at MetroBank.

Gily Tenorio likes blogging on personal finance and financial literacy. His articles include stocks, mutual funds, investing, saving and financial literacy. For more details on requirements on how to open a Metrobank Philippines account, please visit Financial Literacy blog for more articles on saving and investing money.

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