Washington State Division of Banks
The Division of Banks regulates Washington State-chartered commercial banks, stock savings banks, mutual savings banks, alien banks, savings and loan associations, and independent trust companies.
We charter new banks, business development corporations, trust companies, foreign banks, and savings and loan associations. Also, we authorize new branches and branch closures; and approve mergers and acquisitions. Learn more about the Division of Banks.
Questions or Problems with Your Bank?
- Help and resources for Washington bank customers.
Lists of Who We Charter and Regulate (Find an Institution)
- Commercial Banks and Savings Institutions
- Trust Companies and Trust Departments
- Business Development Corporations, Small Business (7a) Lenders, & Agencies of Non-U.S. Banks
Division of Banks News
Below you will find what's new from the Division of Banks.
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2011 Bank Summary Bulletin Now Available
The 2011 bank summary bulletin is now available.
2011 Bank Summary (PDF)* -
Semi Annual Assessment Due No Later Than January 31, 2012
Assessment due no later than January 31, 2012 based on assets as of December 30, 2011.
Download Assessment Worksheet (Excel) -
Division of Banks Opinions Search Engine
You can now search for opinions (2003-current) from the Washington Division of Banks using our new opinions search engine and index.
Search Opinions -
DFI Receives CSBS Certificates of Accreditation
The Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS) and the American Association of Residential Mortgage Regulators (AARMR) announced that DFI has received certificates of accreditation for both their bank and mortgage regulatory programs. These accreditations certify that Washington DFI maintains the standards and practices in state banking and mortgage supervision set by the CSBS Accreditation Program and the CSBS and AARMR Mortgage Accreditation Program.
Announcement from DFI -
Columbia Bank Purchases the Bank of Whitman
DFI closed the Bank of Whitman on August 5, 2011. Immediately following the closure, the Federal Deposit of Insurance Corporation (FDIC) took receivership. The FDIC entered into a purchase and assumption agreement with Columbia Bank of Tacoma. Bank of Whitman depositors will automatically become depositors of Columbia Bank. However, 12 of Bank of Whitman's 20 branches will close. See the link to our announcement below for more information.
DFI Announcement and Information for Bank of Whitman Customers -
Community Banks Receive Funding to Help Small Businesses Access Capital, Create New Jobs
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has announced that community banks, including U&I Financial Corp of Lynnwood, Peoples Bancorp of Lynnwood, and Puget Sound Bank of Bellevue have received capital provided by the Small Business Lending Fund (SBLF). The SBLF, which was established as part of the Small Business Jobs Act that President Obama signed into law, encourages community banks to increase their lending to small businesses, helping those companies expand their operations and create new jobs.
About the Small Business Lending Fund
Letters and Resources
- List of Washington Bank Closures - 2009-2011
- Governor Gregoire’s Letter In Support Of Community Banks (PDF)*
- FFIEC SAFE Act FAQs
Help and Resources for Customers of Washington Banks
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Deposit Insurance for Washington Bank Customers
Information about deposit insurance through the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). The standard insurance amount currently is $250,000 per depositor. -
FAQs for Bank Business Loan Customers in Turbulent Times
Answers to frequently asked questions business loan customers may have about loans and credit lines. -
File a Complaint
File a complaint against an institution regulated by the Division of Banks. -
Help With My Bank
Helpwithmybank.gov helps you find answers to your National Banking questions.
Contact Us
The Division of Banks business hours are 8 am - 5 pm (PST), Monday - Friday.
Mailing Address:
Department of Financial Institutions
Division of Banks
PO Box 41200
Olympia, WA 98504-1200
Phone Numbers:
Phone: 360-902-8704
Toll Free: (877) RING DFI (746-4334)
TDD: (360) 664-8126
Fax: 360-753-6070
Email: banks@dfi.wa.gov
Hours: 8 AM - 5 PM PST (Monday - Friday)
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