🏦 Banking & Finance

What Happens to Your Citizens Bank Account When You Die

Northeast/MidwestOnline process

Quick Facts

Phone

1-800-922-9999

Online

citizensbank.com

Timeline

7-14 days

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Call Citizens: 1-800-922-9999

Request estate services. Citizens operates in CT, DE, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, VT.

2

Submit documentation

Death cert, letters testamentary, your ID.

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  • Citizens account numbers

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Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with Citizens Bank. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

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