Open an account online today!
The online account opening process is quick and easy and takes about 10 minutes. Please note that you must be a resident of the United States and at least 18 years old to open an account online.
Accounts available for online opening:
No Strings Attached Checking
You want to manage money on your terms, and you don't need fees getting in your way. This account is the ideal solution because it eliminates all fees, charges and minimum balance requirements.
- Includes a free debit card that offers increased security with chip technology(Opens in a new Window)
- Sign up for Online Banking to manage your money, pay bills, access E-Statements and much more
- Download our app to use Mobile Banking and Mobile Check Deposit
Prime Club Checking
Hundreds of Prime Club members already enjoy special benefits at First Bank of Manhattan – and you can, too!
- Includes our free debit card that offers increased security with chip technology(Opens in a new Window)
- Receive check orders at half off
- Sign up for Online Banking to manage your money, transfer funds, pay bills, access E-Statements and much more
- Download our app to use Mobile Banking and Mobile Check Deposit
- Set up direct deposit for your paychecks, Social Security benefits or other retirement benefits
- Take advantage of our notary service, free of charge
- Cashier's checks and money orders discounted to half off
- Make up to 10 free photocopies at our branches each month
- Discounted license plate sticker renewal fees
As a Prime Club Checking accountholder, you'll also enjoy discounts on our important services, including 50% OFF of select safe deposit boxes and reduced fees for designer checks!
Regular Savings
Set up a strong foundation for your finances with a savings account that will grow your money steadily at a competitive rate.
- $10 minimum to open (keep at least this much in the account to avoid a $1 monthly maintenance fee)
- Access money at the ATM using your free debit card
- Sign up for Online Banking to track your account's growth, transfer funds, access E-Statements and more
- Download our app to track account activity on your mobile device
- Regular savings accounts receive a monthly statement or you can opt for record keeping with a savings passbook
Holiday Savings
Gift buying during the holidays shouldn’t be stressful.
With our Holiday Savings Club account, you can earn interest while you save for the season of giving. Watch your savings grow with weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly transfers that you can set up with our online banking or mobile app.
- Plan ahead for next year’s holiday expenses.
- No monthly service fee.
- Monthly paper statements or eStatements.
- $2.00 minimum to open.
- A check for the balance of your Holiday Savings Club account will be mailed to you in mid-October.
13 Month CD Special
Put together a strategy today that can pay off in the future. When you set aside money in a CD, you can take advantage of long-term growth to maximize your savings.
CDs pay a better interest rate than a passbook savings account, but require you keep your money on deposit for a few months to several years.
Minimum opening balances of $2,500 is required.
In order to open an account, please have ready each applicant's Social Security Number and Valid ID (driver's license or State ID). To fund your accounts, you will also need login information for your existing bank account.
If you are an existing customer of First Bank of Manhattan, please log on to Online Banking and select the ellipsis (...) then "Add an Account" OR you may select Accounts from the menu on the left and then select "Open an account".
