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Checking Options Perfectly Suited To Your Lifestyle

We offer a number of different checking accounts. Choose the one that best fits your needs.

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SouthState Checking

Free of monthly maintenance fees with eStatements.
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Earns Interest

Choice Checking

Earn interest and have convenient access when you need it.
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Gold Checking

A high value account with expanded benefits and premium interest.
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Age 62+

Classic Checking

Benefits designed for the 62+ customer.
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For Students

Student Checking

Go back to school with a simple account for those aged 13-22.2
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All Our Checking Accounts Include:

  • No opening deposit required when opening account online
  • Online banking with BillPay
  • Mobile banking with mobile deposits
  • Free email and text alerts
  • Free eStatements
  • Free debit card and digital wallet options
  • Ability to send money through Zelle
  • Overdraft protection options (except student checking)
  • Unlimited check writing
  • Wealth consultation (except student checking)
  • No ATM transaction fees when using any SouthState ATM
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Generally, it should take no longer than 10 minutes to complete an application online.

You will need your Social Security Number, valid ID (Driver’s License, U.S. Passport, Military ID or State ID), valid address and a valid email address registered to your name. If your application will include a co-applicant, your co-applicant will also need to supply this information.

You can transfer funds from an account at SouthState or another financial institution, or you can fund your account through your debit or credit card. You can also choose to fund your account at a later time and make a deposit through Mobile Deposits or in a branch after opening an account.

Please note, funding may take up to three business days.

Yes. You may add a co-applicant to your application. If your application includes a co-applicant, your co-applicant will also need to supply a Social Security Number, valid ID (Driver’s License, U.S. Passport, Military ID or State ID), valid address and a valid email address registered to his or her name.

To open an account online you must be at least 18 years or older.

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  1. You must be at least 18 years or older to open an account online.

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