- Farm Bureau Bank is a direct bank and does not have physical branches. Banking services are available through our 24-hour online banking, 24-hour automated phone service, and by mail. This allows us to offer very competitive interest rates.
- If you would like to establish an account with Farm Bureau Bank, please email us with your address and we will mail you information on the products and services we offer, including our current rates, or you may call us at 1-800-492-3276, Monday - Friday from 7am - 7pm CST or Saturday from 8am - 12pm CST to speak with one of our specially trained customer care representatives.
- For your convenience you can also visit your local Farm Bureau® county office and apply.
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As a federally insured financial institution, we cannot require that you have a Farm Bureau® membership to open a bank account. However, a Farm Bureau® membership may be required to qualify for certain offers, specials and premiums.
Membership is based on the individual state. Click here to find your local Farm Bureau® office location.
Farm Bureau Bank is a direct bank and does not have physical branches. Partnering with a direct bank makes banking easy, fast, and convenient. We specialize in quick online transactions to create a superior banking experience and are available to you 24 hours a day, seven days a week, through Farm Bureau Bank’s online banking service and automated phone service.
As a federally-chartered savings bank, Farm Bureau Bank is regulated by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency [OCC]. For more information on the OCC, go to www.occ.treas.gov.
Yes, Farm Bureau Bank is insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation [FDIC] and customers’ deposits are insured up to the maximum limits permitted by law. To calculate how your own accounts are covered, the FDIC provides the Electronic Deposit Insurance Estimator [EDIE].
- To access EDIE, visit https://edie.fdic.gov/.
Please send any suggestions or questions to: services@farmbureaubank.com
Farm Bureau Bank provides tax forms, statements, and other important information to help you prepare for tax season. The Internal Revenue Service [IRS] requires financial institutions to report certain information regarding your accounts, such as the amount of interest, dividend, or miscellaneous income customers receive, as well as certain loan interest paid. Refer to the table below for more information on common tax forms. For additional information, visit www.irs.gov.
Form | Title |
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1099-INT | Interest Income |
1099-MISC | Miscellaneous Income |
1099-R | Distributions from Pensions, Annuities, Retirement or Profit-Sharing Plans, IRAs, Insurance Contracts, etc. |
1099-SA | Distributions from an HSA, Archer MSA, or Medicare Advantage MSA |
1099-C | Cancellation of Debt |
1099-Q | Payments from Qualified Education Programs |
5498 | IRA Contribution Information |
5498-SA | HSA, Archer MSA, or Medicare Advantage MSA Information |
5498-ESA | Coverdell ESA Contribution Information |
All tax forms are issued based on guidelines established by the IRS. Depending on the type of accounts and services that you have, you may receive a tax form from Farm Bureau Bank. Refer to the following table to learn more about the type of tax forms you should receive. For additional information, visit www.irs.gov.
Form | Purpose | Reporting Qualifications |
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1099-INTi | Reports interest income | Interest paid of at least $10, any foreign interest was withheld or paid, or any federal income tax was withheld under backup withholding rules |
1099-MISCii | Reports miscellaneous income, typically for services performed for someone who is not your employer | Miscellaneous income of at least $600 |
1099-R | Reports taxable distributions from retirement plans, such as IRAs | Distributions of $10 or more |
1099-SA | Reports distributions made from a Health Savings Account [HSA], Archer Medical Savings Account [Archer MSA] or Medicare Advantage Medical Savings Account [MA MSA] | Distributions of any amount |
1099-C | Reports a discharged debt | Cancellation of $600 or more of debt |
1099-Q | Reports distributions made from qualified education programs, such as Coverdell Education Savings Accounts | Distributions of any amount |
5498 | Reports contributions made to retirement plans, such as IRAs | All contributions |
5498-SA | Reports contributions made to a Health Savings Account [HSA], Archer Medical Savings Account [Archer MSA] or Medicare Advantage Medical Savings Account [MA MSA] | All contributions |
If your accounts meet the criteria for reporting, you will receive the appropriate tax form from us either by mail or electronically by the applicable IRS deadline. Refer to the table below to learn more about when to expect your tax forms from Farm Bureau Bank.
Form | Purpose | Available Online | Mailed By |
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1099-INTi | Reports interest income | 01/27 | 01/31 |
1099-MISCii | Reports miscellaneous income, typically for services performed for someone who is not your employer | 01/27 | 01/31 |
1099-R | Reports taxable distributions from retirement plans, such as IRAs | 01/27 | 01/31 |
1099-SA | Reports distributions made from a Health Savings Account [HSA], Archer Medical Savings Account [Archer MSA] or Medicare Advantage Medical Savings Account [MA MSA] | 01/27 | 01/31 |
1099-C | Reports a discharged debt | 01/27 | 01/31 |
1099-Q | Reports distributions made from qualified education programs, such as Coverdell Education Savings Accounts | 01/27 | 01/31 |
5498 | Reports contributions made to retirement plans, such as IRAs | 05/31 | 05/31 |
5498-SA | Reports contributions made to a Health Savings Account [HSA], Archer Medical Savings Account [Archer MSA] or Medicare Advantage Medical Savings Account [MA MSA] | 05/31 | 05/31 |
5498-ESA | Reports contributions made to qualified education programs, such as Coverdell Education Savings Accounts | 05/31 | 05/31 |
In order to access tax forms online, you must first be enrolled in online banking.
To access your tax forms online, click on the Login button on our website, then select Deposit Accounts from the drop-down list.
- Login to access your deposit accounts using your Username and Password.
- Click on Services from the main menu bar.
- Select Statements and Forms from the Services drop-down menu.
- Select your account from the Account drop-down menu.
- Select Tax Forms from the Date drop-down menu.
- Click Get Statement.
Check deposits can be made either by mail or using your mobile device with the FBBmobile app. You may also transfer funds to your account electronically from another bank (via ACH or wire transfer) or directly deposit your paycheck (contact your employer for more info).
Mail Deposits
To make a deposit by mail, send the check and deposit slip to:
- Farm Bureau Bank
PO Box 33427
San Antonio, TX 78265-3427
Make sure all checks are properly endorsed and include your account number on the back of the check under your endorsement.
Mobile Deposits
To make a mobile deposit:
- Sign the back of the check and include the following above or below your endorsement:
- For mobile deposit at Farm Bureau Bank
- Log in to FBBmobile on your mobile device.
- Go to Menu
- Go to Transactions
- Go to Deposit Check
- Select the Account
- Enter the amount
- Save
- Capture front and back image of the check with your phone's camera.
- Submit deposit.
- You may contact us by phone, mail, email, or fax to request checks.
- You can also re-order checks online by visiting https://ordermychecks.com and entering our routing number, your account number, and zip code.
E-Option is a paperless statement option for checking and Money Market Accounts [MMAs]. It may earn a higher rate than a non E-Option account. If you select E-Option, you will not receive a paper statement. You will view your monthly statements electronically by logging into online banking.
To elect E-Option, please contact us at 1-800-492-3276, Monday-Friday from 7am-7pm CST or email us at services@farmbureaubank.com
- There are two options for Overdraft protection for your Farm Bureau Bank deposit account. One is through your Money Market Account [MMA] and the other is through your Farm Bureau Bank credit card account.
- There is no service fee for having overdraft protection. If you do overdraw your account and you have selected your credit card as overdraft protection, we will transfer in increments of $100.00 to your checking account to cover any incoming items. There will be a cash advance fee charged to your credit card if it is utilized for overdraft protection. This will enable you to avoid any overdraft fees for incoming items covered by your Farm Bureau Bank credit card up to your credit limit.
- If you set up your MMA for overdraft protection, the six (6) withdrawals a month restriction still applies. We transfer from your MMA only the amount required to cover your negative account balance.
- You may apply for overdraft protection using secure messaging (within online banking), by email, or by phone.
- You may also apply on a new account application.
To view your credit card statements online, click on the Login button on our website, then select Personal Credit Cards from the drop-down list.
- Logon using your Last Name, the last six (6) digits of your social security number, last four (4) digits of your credit card number, zip code, and the 3-digit security code on the back of your card.
To access your eStatements:
- Under Account Info tab, select the eStatements link.
- You will be able to access a PDF version of your statements by clicking on the desired billing cycle date.vi
You can also access your credit card directly through our online banking platform.
- Click on the Login button on our website, then select Deposit Accounts from the drop-down list.
- Login using your Username and Password.
- From the top menu bar, go to Services then select Member Rewards MasterCard®.
- Follow the instructions above to access your eStatements.
To view your credit card transaction history online, click on the Login button on our website, then select Personal Credit Cards from the drop-down list.
- Logon using your Last Name, the last six (6) digits of your social security number, last four (4) digits of your credit card number, zip code, and the 3-digit security code on the back of your card.
To view your transaction history:
- Your recent transactions are posted on the credit card center's main page.
- If you do not see a transaction on the main page or wish to search for a specific transaction, hover over the Account Info tab and select the Account Activity link.
- You will be able to view your posted transactions and easily search by date range and/or filter your history by category and/or price range.
You can also access your credit card directly through our online banking platform.
- Click on the Login button on our website, then select Deposit Accounts from the drop-down list.
- Login using your Username and Password.
- From the top menu bar, go to Services then select Member Rewards MasterCard®.
- Follow the instructions above to view your transaction history.
You may pay your Farm Bureau® Rewards MasterCard® online (using your checking or savings account), through the mail, or by phone.
Online
To pay your credit card online, click on the Login button on our website, then select Personal Credit Cards from the drop-down list.
- Logon using your Last Name, the last six (6) digits of your social security number, last four (4) digits of your credit card number, zip code, and the 3-digit security code on the back of your card.
To make a payment:
- Click on the red Make Payment button under the section Current Payment Due or, from the top menu bar go to Payments then select Make a Payment.
- If you have not already done so, you may be prompted to Add a Payment Account.
- Select the desired account from the Payment Account drop-down (or click Add Payment Account to add a new account).
- Select the Payment Account and Payment Date, then click Continue.
- Verify the payment details, then click Confirm to submit the payment.
- You will be given a reference number to retain for your records that confirms the transaction has been completed.
You can also access your credit card directly through our online banking platform.
- Click on the Login button on our website, then select Deposit Accounts from the drop-down list.
- Login using your Username and Password.
- From the top menu bar, go to Services then select Member Rewards MasterCard®.
- Follow the instructions above to make a payment.
By Mail
To pay your credit card by mail, send the check and the remittance portion of your statement to:
- Farm Bureau Bank Consumer Card Services
PO Box 37035
Boone, IA 50037-0035
By Phone
To pay your credit card by phone:
- Call 1-800-492-3276 or 1-866-644-2535
Yes! To set up recurring payments on your account, click on the Login button on our website, then select Personal Credit Cards from the drop-down list.
- Logon using your Last Name, the last six (6) digits of your social security number, last four (4) digits of your credit card number, zip code, and the 3-digit security code on the back of your card.
- From the top menu bar go to Payments then select Automatic Payments.
- Select the desired Automatic Payment Type, Payment Account Info, and Payment Amount, then click Submit.
You can also access your credit card directly through our online banking platform.
- Click on the Login button on our website, then select Deposit Accounts from the drop-down list.
- Login using your Username and Password.
- From the top menu bar, go to Services then select Member Rewards MasterCard®.
- Follow the instructions above to make a payment.
Disputes may be submitted either online or by phone.
Online
To submit a credit card dispute online, click on the Login button on our website, then select Personal Credit Cards from the drop-down list.
- Logon using your Last Name, the last six (6) digits of your social security number, last four (4) digits of your credit card number, zip code, and the 3-digit security code on the back of your card.
To dispute a transaction:
- From the top menu bar, go to Account Services then select Dispute Transactions.
- Click the View Transaction button.
- You may select a specific billing cycle from the drop-down menu.
- Place a check mark next to the transaction(s) and click Submit.
You can also access your credit card directly through our online banking platform.
- Click on the Login button on our website, then select Deposit Accounts from the drop-down list.
- Login using your Username and Password.
- From the top menu bar, go to Services then select Member Rewards MasterCard®.
- Follow the instructions above to dispute a transaction.
By Phone
To submit a credit card dispute by phone:
- You may contact Farm Bureau Bank by calling 1-866-644-2535.
- Click on the Login button on our website, then select Personal Credit Cards from the drop-down list.
- Logon using your Last Name, the last six (6) digits of your social security number, last four (4) digits of your credit card number, zip code, and the 3-digit security code on the back of your card.
- Click the Browse Rewards button under the section Rewards Balance.
- Browse for rewards and follow the on-screen instructions to redeem your rewards points.
You can also access your credit card directly through our online banking platform.
- Click on the Login button on our website, then select Deposit Accounts from the drop-down list.
- Login using your Username and Password.
- From the top menu bar, go to Services then select Member Rewards MasterCard®.
- Follow the instructions above to redeem credit card points.
Some merchants may require the use of a PIN as an added identification feature.
There are two ways to setup a PIN:
- Call 1-888-891-2435 and follow the automated system. This method allows you to select a custom, personalized PIN that is ready for immediate use.
- You may also contact a Farm Bureau Bank customer care representative by calling 1-866-644-2535 and request a randomly produced PIN via mail which will arrive within 7-10 business days.
You may pay your Premier Business or corporate Visa® online (using your checking or savings account), through the mail, or by phone.
Online
To pay your business credit card online, click on the Login button on our website, then select Business Credit Cards from the drop-down list.
- Login to your account using your User Name and Password.
- If prompted, enter the Security Verification Questions.
- Go to Payments.
- Payment Options:
- Online Payment – For Single Payment for actual Due Date.
- Enter Amount, Account Number and Account Type.
- Schedule Auto Pay - Min Amount Due, Full Balance or Custom Amount.
- Online Payment – For Single Payment for actual Due Date.
- Enter Account Number and Account Type.
By Mail
To pay your business credit card by mail, send the check and the remittance portion of your statement to:
- Credit Card Center
P.O. Box 803
Des Moines, IA 50304-0803
To pay your business credit card by phone:
- Call 1-800-748-6938 or 1-800-238-8607
You can view your credit card statements by accessing your account online.
Click on the Login button on our website, then select Business Credit Cards from the drop-down list
- Login to your account using your User Name and Password.
- If prompted, enter the Security Verification Questions.
- On the Top Menu, hover over Statements.
- View the current statement or previous statements for the past three (3) months.
You can view your credit card transaction history by accessing your account online.
Click on the Login button on our website, then select Business Credit Cards from the drop-down list.
- Login to your account using your User Name and Password.
- If prompted, enter the Security Verification Questions.
- On the top menu, click on Transaction History.
- View the current history or up to three (3) months of past activity by changing the View Transaction details.
Yes; to set up recurring payments on your account, click on the Login button on our website, then select Business Credit Cards from the drop-down list.
- Login to your account using your User Name and Password.
- If prompted, enter the Security Verification Questions.
- Go to Payments.
- Schedule Auto Pay - Min Amount Due, Full Balance or Custom Amount.
- Enter Account Number and Account Type.
Some merchants may require the use of a PIN as an added identification feature. There are two ways to setup a PIN code:
- Call 1-888-891-2435 and follow the automated system. This method allows you to select a custom, personalized PIN ready for immediate use.
- You may also contact a Farm Bureau Bank customer care representative by calling 1-866-644-2535 and request a randomly produced PIN via mail which will arrive within 7-10 business days.
Getting in touch with you quickly is critical to stopping any potential card fraud. With our Card Alert Notification service, you will receive a text messagev asking you to confirm if a suspicious transaction was authorized by you.
- The text message will arrive from a 5-digit code [33748] and contain our financial institution name, dollar amount of the transaction, and merchant name.
- You will be asked to reply with "YES" if you authorized the transaction. You will receive a confirmation text message and can continue to use your card with confidence.
- A "NO" reply means you have not authorized the transaction. You will receive a confirmation text message and you will be contacted immediately by a fraud specialist to protect your account. Please answer this important call. Do not reply to the text message with any personal or confidential card information.
- A "NO" response will block the card to prevent additional fraud.
- If you would like to opt out of receiving these important messages by text, you may reply with "STOP" to indicate this preference.
- For more details about Farm Bureau Bank's debit card alert notifications, contact us at 1-800-492-3276 or send an email to services@farmbureaubank.com.
- Click on the Login button on our website, then select Deposit Accounts from the drop-down list.
- Click on the New User link on the login window and follow the on-screen instructions to set up your account access.
- Deposit accounts
- Installment loans
- Credit cards
- Click on the Login button on our website, then select Deposit Accounts from the drop-down list.
- Click on the Forgot Password link on the login window and follow the on-screen instructions to reset your password.
- Click on the Login button on our website, then select Manage Preferences from the drop-down list.
- Login with your Last Name/Company Name and the last six (6) digits of your social security number [SSN] or Tax ID.
- Enter the information you wish to update.
- Once complete, click on Submit Change.
Bill pay is a service offered by Farm Bureau Bank that lets you make online bill payments to virtually any company or person. Whenever possible, these payments are made electronically.
You must have an eligible personal or business checking or Money Market Account [MMA] to use online bill pay.
To enroll in Bill Pay online, click on the Login button on our website, then select Deposit Accounts from the drop-down list.
- Login to access your deposit accounts using your Username and Password.
- Hover over Transactions on the top menu.
- Select Bill Pay to enroll or access.
- To enroll, click or tap the account to enroll and click Enroll in Bill Pay.
- On the Agreement Page, click or tap to Agree to enroll.
To pay your vehicle loan payment online, click on the Login button on our website, then select Loan Account from the drop-down list.
- Logon to your Loan Account using your Last Name along with the last six (6) digits of your social security number [SSN].
- Click on your loan.
- Select the option for Make Payment in the blue box.
- Fill in the information to process your payment.
To pay your loan payment by mail, send the check and your loan coupon to:
- Farm Bureau Bank
Attn: Payment Processing
PO Box 33427
San Antonio, TX 78265-3427
If not enclosing a loan coupon, please include your account information (account number or last four (4) digits of your SSN) on the check.
Yes; setting up to pay your recurring loan payments electronically is a safe and convenient process.
To set up recurring loan payments, click on the Login button on our website, then select Loan Account from the drop-down list.
- Logon to your Loan Account using your Last Name along with the last six (6) digits of your social security number [SSN].
- Click on your loan.
- Select the option for Set up Automatic Payments in the blue box.
- Select Method of Payment.
- Fill in the information to process your payment.
- Click Next.
- Review the information and Submit.
To update the payment account, click on the Login button on our website, then select Loan Account from the drop-down list.
- Logon to your Loan Account using your Last Name along with the last six (6) digits of your social security number [SSN].
- Click on your loan.
- Select the option for Set Up Automatic Payments in the blue box.
- Click Edit Stored Payment Methods.
- Delete the Account.
- Click Submit.
- Go back to Set Up Automatic Payments.
- Select Method of Payment.
- Fill in the information to process your payment.
- Click Next.
- Review the information and Submit.
Yes; free up some money for what you need most today. Request your Skip-a-Pay now!vi
To request a Skip Payment, click on the Login button on our website, then select Loan Accountfrom the drop-down list.
- Logon to your Loan Account using your Last Name along with the last six (6) digits of your social security number [SSN].
- Click on your loan.
- Click on Skip Payment.
- Enter the account to process the Skip-a-Pay fee.
- Click Submit Skip-a-Pay.
Farm Bureau Bank offers our customers the opportunity of choosing the account type that meets their individual needs:
- HSA Checking provides an interest-bearing account with unlimited check writing and debit card access. HSA checking offers complete flexibility in paying your qualified health care expenses without the worry of withdrawal limitations.
- HSA MMA provides the highest rate of return on your contributions. Standard withdrawal limitations apply: Six (6) withdrawals per month. See account disclosures for full explanation of transaction limitations.
- HSA CDs allow accountholders to invest a portion of their HSA balance in a fixed-rate CD. This will allow accountholders access to a portion of their account, through HSA checking or HSA MMA, while earning higher interest on the CD portion of their balance. CD rates and terms apply.
You can utilize all of the features and functions of Farm Bureau Bank's online banking platform to manage your HSA. This includes:
- Track transaction activity – Review monthly statements and check images, including detailed descriptions of electronic transactions.
- Pay medical expenses – using the online bill payment service.
- Make contributions - Automate and self generate transfers from non-Farm Bureau Bank accounts.
You can complete and send us the Authorization to Add/Remove Joint Owner or Additional Signer form or and fax it to us at 1-866-913-5087 or mail it to us at:
- Farm Bureau Bank
17300 Henderson Pass
San Antonio, TX 78232
Remote Deposit Capture [RDC] is a solution that allows you to easily submit checks to the bank for deposit with the use of a desktop check scanner. An extended deadline to make your deposits and improved availability of funds means improving cash flow and working capital for your business or organization.
If you are interested in learning more about using this business service, contact our Premier Banking department at 1-800-988-4419.
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- Microsoft® Edge
- Internet Explorer® 11
- Firefox® – latest version
- Chrome® – latest version
- Safari® 8+
You may use other browsers to navigate our site, but the versions listed above have been tested. Please note, not all features of farmbureaubank.com are fully supported by all operating systems and browser combinations. Please refer to the specific requirements within each application to ensure you are using a compatible configuration.
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- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
- Apple Safari
Please keep in mind that upgrading your browser or installing new security software or security patches may affect your JavaScript settings. It is a good idea to double-check that JavaScript is still enabled if you notice problems using Farm Bureau Bank's website. Additionally, if your JavaScript setting is set to Prompt, you may encounter a warning about downloading potentially dangerous scripts.
- Farm Bureau Bank’s online banking platform is secure. We are committed to ensuring the security of your transactions by using the latest internet security technology.
- Farm Bureau Bank’s online banking platform is protected by 256-bit encryption, the highest level of security available.
- Encryption is the scrambling of data into a code that is unreadable to anyone who does not have the key that deciphers it.
- With Farm Bureau Bank, all your account information is protected by 256-bit encryption to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of your data.
- Farm Bureau Bank uses strong encryption technology. The only thing you need in order to take advantage of strong encryption technology is a secure browser that supports 256-bit encryption.
- By requiring a browser that supports 256-bit security, Farm Bureau Bank's online banking system ensures that you have a strong lock on your personal information.
- Another security measure is your password. Every time you log on to Farm Bureau Bank's online banking, you will be required to enter your user ID and password. You control your password, and can change it at any time. To keep your information secure, you should not reveal your password to anyone.
- Please save or memorize your user ID and password and keep them in a secure location. Once you have completed the sign up process, you may change your password at any time. To maintain the security of your account information, we recommend that you change your password periodically.
- We have made Farm Bureau Bank's online banking service a safe and private way to bank with convenience.
Farm Bureau Bank knows that you expect privacy and security for your personal financial information. We appreciate your business and want you to understand our commitment to maintaining the privacy of your personal information, as expressed in this Privacy Notice. This Privacy Notice applies only to individual consumers. We reserve the right to amend this notice at any time.
If you would like to view the current Privacy Policy Notice, please click here to view the PDF version.
i A single 1099-INT form is produced for combined interest earned on all accounts belonging to the primary accountholder.
ii 1099-MISC forms are mailed for any amount, but only amounts of $600 or more are reported to the IRS.
iii Availability dates are for 2020.
iv Subject to transaction history. eStatements go back one (1) year. Paper Statements go back 90 days.
v Debit card alerts are free, but message and data rates may apply. Contact your wireless provider for complete pricing details. Message frequency varies.
vi Eligibility qualifications apply.