1. Open your Mid-Central National account. Stop by any Mid-Central National Bank branch to open an account. If you would like assistance filling out the following forms, have your account information from your current bank and bring it to any of our branch offices in Wadena, Staples or Long Prairie and our staff will help you make the switch. 

2. Stop using your old account. Let all your checks clear. This could take up to 10 days.  Destroy any unused checks, deposit slips, ATM and debit cards. 

3. Simply fill out the Change direct deposits form and give it to your employer, the Social Security Administration or your retirement plan. Include a new deposit slip or a voided check. 

4. Use the Change automatic payments form in the kit to change all automatic withdrawal or automated payment services. Don’t forget about those that use your old debit card number, such as automatic payments made on-line.

5. Finally send in the Close your old account form No face-to-face needed. If, after all your checks have cleared, you have a remaining balance, your old bank will send you a check. It is as simple as that.