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Turn Worries Off With BankOn Checking.

Not always in touch with your daily account balance? We get that. We’ve worked to create a new offer: our simple BankOn Checking account. This account may keep you from accidentally overspending your account.

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BankOn - National Account Standards Seal 2025 2026Whether it’s the unplanned gas fill-up or the forgotten bill, we know life happens! With a low-cost BankOn checking account, there are no overdraft fees – which may be the perfect option for you. In the event your checking account doesn’t have sufficient funds, you may prefer to simply have a transaction declined and avoid any overdraft fees.

Say goodbye to overdraft fees and hello to your new account – all at a low monthly service charge. To explore if this account makes sense for you, call 701-293-2400 or 800-423-3344, or visit any of our convenient locations.

Maybe This Account Isn’t the One? Let’s Try Again.

When it comes to better checking, we make it easy to choose the best match for you. Try out our helpful comparison tool to learn which option is the best fit:

What’s the Best Checking Account for Me? Let’s Compare Options.

All Gate City Bank checking accounts come with exclusive benefits, including:
  • Special gift for new checking customers
  • Instant-issue debit cards at all locations across ND and MN
  • 24/7 mobile and online banking
  • Easy and safe debit card controls
Features Totally Free1 Checking Benefit Interest Checking Premium Interest Checking BankOn Checking
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Minimum to Open $50 $50 $50 $25
Monthly Service Charge None None $8 if balance is less than $1,000 $5 for customer age 24+
Earn Interest Not Included. Included. Included. Not Included.
Free ATMs2 Included. Included. Included. Included.
Debit Card Rewards Included. Included. Included. Included.
Free Custom Debit Card Designs Included. Included. Included. Included.
Free Checks Not Included. Included. Not Included. Not Included.
Early Paydays3 Included. Included. Included. Included.
Overdraft Protection Options Included. Included. Included. Included.
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“My wife and I have had a Gate City Bank checking account for years, and we’ve enjoyed very good service. It’s an A+ bank.”

Gerald – Wahpeton, ND

“I’ve had a checking account with Gate City Bank for a long time. They’ve been awesome to me.”

Sebastijan – Fargo,ND

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Crunch the Numbers With Ease.

Balancing your checkbook doesn’t have to be a pain! Our user-friendly calculator makes the process simple.

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Become a Personal Finance Guru.

Master your money with our helpful educational resources! Learn about everything from opening your first checking account to planning for retirement.

1 No maintenance or activity fees. Other fees, including overdraft fees, may apply. Please see our Schedule of Fees for details.

2 Effective January 1, 2025: Enjoy free access at any Gate City Bank ATM, as well as at over 85,000 MoneyPass® and Allpoint® operated ATMs worldwide. Personal account customers can receive up to $250 in automatic fee refunds at out-of-network ATMs per year. Please see our Schedule of Fees for details.

3 Early paydays! Isn’t that neat? Your funds will generally be accessible the same day we receive a deposit notice from your payer, up to two days earlier than your scheduled payment. Direct deposit is required, and early access is subject to the payer’s timing in submitting funds.