Premier Checking
Earn interest, get unlimited ATM refunds and priority service from a dedicated team.
More from your money, and more from us
Premier Checking is for customers who keep higher balances and want their bank to work harder for them. You’ll earn interest on every dollar, get unlimited refunds on ATM fees anywhere in the world, and have a direct line to a dedicated Premier team who know you and your finances.
Premier customers also get preferential pricing across Meridien: higher rates on savings, discounts on mortgages and personal loans, and boosted credit card rewards. The $25 monthly fee is waived when you hold $10,000 across your eligible Meridien deposit and investment accounts.
Premier benefits
Earn 0.25% APY
Interest on every dollar in your account.
Unlimited ATM refunds
We refund every out-of-network ATM fee, worldwide.
Dedicated team
Skip the queue with a direct line to Premier specialists.
No foreign fees
Use your debit card abroad without transaction fees.
The $25 monthly fee is waived with $10,000 in combined deposits and investments.
Ways to waive the $25 monthly fee
- $10,000 combined balanceAcross checking, savings, CDs and eligible investment accounts.
- A Meridien mortgageWith automatic payments from your Premier account.
- $5,000 monthly direct depositsInto your Premier Checking account.
- Military serviceActive duty and veterans pay no monthly fee.
Premier vs. Everyday
| Everyday | Premier | |
|---|---|---|
| Interest | — | 0.25% APY |
| ATM fee refunds | 2 / month | Unlimited, worldwide |
| Foreign transaction fee | 3% | None |
| Mortgage rate discount | — | Up to 0.25% |
| Credit card rewards boost | — | +25% |
| Dedicated service team | — | ✓ |
| Free checks & cashier’s checks | First box | Unlimited |
Frequently asked questions
Important information
- APY accurate as of the date shown and may change after account opening. Fees may reduce earnings.
- Mortgage discount applies to new purchase or refinance loans with autopay from Premier Checking; subject to credit approval.
- Rewards boost applies to points earned on Meridien consumer credit cards while your Premier account is open and in good standing.
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