Why choose one bonus when you can have two? Earn up to $2,000.{{d1387*}},{{d2016*}}
New business checking customers can earn up to a $1,500 cash bonus{{d1387*}} when opening an M&T Business Checking account with required activities.
Offer good through March 31, 2026.
Promo code automatically applies when you open your account online.
Want to visit a branch? Email yourself a bonus coupon
Offer good through March 31, 2026.
Promo code automatically applies when you open your account online.
Want to visit a branch? Email yourself a bonus coupon
Get your bonus in 3 easy steps
Open a new M&T Business Checking account
Open online today or visit a local M&T Bank branch to open a Business Checking account by March 31, 2026. Use promo code BD. (Promo code automatically applies when you open your account online.)
Maintain the average ledger balance requirement
Maintain an average ledger balance of at least $5,000 in the third full month after you open your account.{{d1387*}}
Get your cash bonus
Enjoy your cash bonus! Your account will be credited by the end of the fourth month.
Open a new M&T Business Checking account
Open online today or visit a local M&T Bank branch to open a Business Checking account by March 31, 2026. Use promo code BD. (Promo code automatically applies when you open your account online.)
Maintain the average ledger balance requirement
Maintain an average ledger balance of at least $5,000 in the third full month after you open your account.{{d1387*}}
Get your cash bonus
Enjoy your cash bonus! Your account will be credited by the end of the fourth month.
Earn more with a higher balance
Earn $300
Average Ledger Balance
of $5,000 to $14,999.99
Earn $500
Average Ledger Balance
of $15,000 to $29,999.99
Earn $750
Average Ledger Balance
of $30,000 to $99,999.999
Earn $1500
Average Ledger Balance
of $100,000 or more
Earn $300
Average Ledger Balance
of $5,000 to $14,999.99
Earn $500
Average Ledger Balance
of $15,000 to $29,999.99
Earn $750
Average Ledger Balance
of $30,000 to $99,999.999
Earn $1500
Average Ledger Balance
of $100,000 or more
Plus, earn even more! Streamline your payments with a new a Merchant Services account and earn up to an extra $500{{d2016*}} with qualifying activities.
Find the business checking account that's right for you.
BANKING THAT BUILDS YOUR FOUNDATION
Business Essential Checking
Just starting out?
Our entry-level account is perfect for small businesses or side hustles.
- $5 monthly account maintenance fee , waived if you meet activity requirements. {{d2081*}},{{d2080*}}
- 25 transactions every month at no charge—ideal for light activity{{d2077*}}.
- Unlimited debit card transactions.
- Deposit up to $2,500 monthly, in currency deposited or supplied monthly without extra charges.{{d489*}}
- Carry a $1,000 average ledger balance per month OR
- The purchases and payments{{d2092*}} made from the Account with the linked Visa® debit card(s) total $300.00 or more (transactions must be settled during the Analysis Period, and withdrawals are not included
Online account opening available for sole proprietors only.
BANKING THAT SCALES WITH YOU
Business Plus Checking
Growing your business?
This account gives you room to expand.
- $15 monthly account maintenance fee, waived with qualifying activity.{{d2081*}}, {{d2093*}}
- 250 transactions every month at no charge—great for moderate volume{{d2077*}}.
- Unlimited debit card transactions.
- No charge for the first $5,000 monthly, currency deposited or supplied per month.{{d489*}}
- Carry a $7,500 average ledger balance per month OR
- Spend $500 or more in purchases on a linked M&T Visa debit card OR
- Make one or more M&T merchant services deposit OR
- Make 30 or more purchases with an M&T Visa® Debit Card
Online account opening available for sole proprietors only.
BANKING THAT POWERS WHAT'S NEXT
Business Premium Checking
Running a high-volume operation?
Our premium account supports your scale.
- $25 monthly account maintenance fee, waived with qualifying activity.{{d2081*}}, {{d2078*}}
- 500 transactions every month at no charge.{{d2077*}}
- Unlimited debit card transactions.
- Deposit up to $20,000 monthly, in currency deposited or supplied monthly at no extra cost{{d489*}}.
- Maintain an Average Ledger Balance of at least $10,000 that month OR
- Maintain a sum of the Average Ledger Balances of the account and any linked Commercial Savings Account of at least $25,000 OR
- Make at least $10,000 in M&T merchant services deposits into the account that month OR
- Make $2,000 or more in purchases on a linked M&T Business Credit Card
Online account opening available for sole proprietors only.
Offer good through March 31, 2026.
Promo code automatically applies when you open your account online.
Want to visit a branch? Email yourself a bonus coupon
Built for Your Business. Backed by Real Support.
Help protect What You’ve Built
Fraud mitigation tools and chip tech help safeguard your business—so you can focus on growth.
Move Money, Make Moves
Send payments, transfer funds, and pay bills in minutes{{d16*}}.
Bank Anywhere, Work Everywhere
Mobile tools that keep your business running—whether you're in the office or on the go{{d229*}}.
Local Roots, Big Reach
Get the personal touch of a community bank with the power of a wide network.
Your Brand, Your Card
Make every transaction a reflection of your business with a debit card that features your logo and design{{d2091*}}.
Start accepting payments & enjoy faster funding plus earn up to $500{{d2016*}}
For a limited time, earn an additional cash bonus of up to $500 for a new M&T Merchant Services account with qualifying activity using promo code MSCD126.
Help accelerate cash flow
Deposit funds in the evening and they will be available to you as soon as the next morning.{{d911*}}
Flexible payment options
Give customers more ways to pay remotely with online, invoice emails or contactless payments.
Track sales and inventory
Simplify daily business management with a user-friendly technology and data platform.
Get 24/7 support
Get the help you need from a Merchant Specialist who can support your business needs around the clock.
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Open a business checking account in 10 minutes or less.
Apply online for a Business Checking account
Provide details and documents about your business
Submit your first deposit and fund your account
To apply for an account online, you must own and control 100% of your business. All applications must provide:
- Your SSN, personal address, email address & mobile phone number
- Your business's Taxpayer Identification Number (EIN, SSN, ITIN)
- Name, email address and mobile phone number or owner who has 100% ownership of the company
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