Verify minimum balance penalties before closing your account.
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News18 English01/12/2025

Bank Account Closure: Experts Reveal 6 Crucial Rules to Avoid Penalties and Negative Balances

  • Verify minimum balance penalties in the last three months' statements.
  • Ensure there is no negative balance in the account.
  • Clear any outstanding debit card or service charges.
  • Cancel or switch auto-debits and ECMS to a new account.
  • Check for account closure fees, especially for accounts under a year old.
  • Redirect any expected ITR refunds to a different account.

Why it matters: Avoiding penalties when closing your bank account can save you money and hassle.

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