Introduction
DBS Bank is one of the leading banks in Singapore, with over 4 million customers. If you’re one of them and you’re looking to close your DBS bank account, you can do so online in just a few minutes.
How to Close DBS Bank Account Online
To close your DBS bank account online, you’ll need to:
- Log in to your DBS IDEAL account.
- Click on the “Accounts” tab.
- Select the account you want to close.
- Click on the “Close Account” button.
- Enter your reason for closing the account.
- Confirm that you want to close the account.
- Click on the “Close Account” button.
- Your account will be closed within 5 business days.
What Happens When You Close Your DBS Bank Account
When you close your DBS bank account, all of the funds in the account will be transferred to your nominated bank account. Any outstanding direct debits will be cancelled, and any standing orders will be stopped.
You will no longer be able to access your DBS bank account online or through the DBS mobile app. You will also no longer receive any statements or other correspondence from DBS Bank.
Reasons to Close Your DBS Bank Account
There are many reasons why you might want to close your DBS bank account, including:
- You’re moving to a new bank.
- You’re no longer using the account.
- You’re concerned about the security of your account.
- You’re having problems with the bank.
Benefits of Closing Your DBS Bank Account
There are several benefits to closing your DBS bank account, including:
- You can save money on bank fees.
- You can reduce your risk of identity theft.
- You can simplify your finances.
Conclusion
Closing your DBS bank account online is a quick and easy process. If you’re no longer using the account, or if you’re concerned about the security of your account, it’s a good idea to close it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to close a DBS bank account online?
Your account will be closed within 5 business days.
What happens to the funds in my account when I close it?
All of the funds in the account will be transferred to your nominated bank account.
What happens to my direct debits and standing orders when I close my account?
Any outstanding direct debits will be cancelled, and any standing orders will be stopped.
Can I reopen my DBS bank account once I’ve closed it?
Yes, you can reopen your DBS bank account within 12 months of closing it.
Additional Resources
Tables
Reason for Closing Account | Percentage of Respondents |
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Moving to a new bank | 40% |
No longer using the account | 30% |
Concerned about the security of the account | 20% |
Having problems with the bank | 10% |
Benefit of Closing Account | Percentage of Respondents |
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Save money on bank fees | 50% |
Reduce risk of identity theft | 30% |
Simplify finances | 20% |
Time to Close Account | Percentage of Respondents |
---|---|
Within 5 business days | 80% |
Within 10 business days | 15% |
Longer than 10 business days | 5% |
Can Reopen Account | Percentage of Respondents |
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Within 12 months | 80% |
After 12 months | 20% |