Clear Checking

Perfect for students and anyone new to banking who is looking for guardrails from fees.

Are you looking for your first checking account in North Carolina or Virginia? Clear Checking is perfect for students and anyone new to banking who is looking for guardrails from fees. The monthly charge is waived for accountholders ages 13-24. Get everything you need from a basic checking account without extra fees.


Benefits of Clear Checking

Wherever life takes you, this checking account can serve your banking needs for years to come. 

  • BankOn-certified checking account without extra fees
  • Monthly charge waived for ages 13-24
  • Unlimited ATM waivers when using other banks' ATMs
  • Instant issue debit card
  • Unlimited check writing
  • Free eStatements
  • Online and Mobile Banking
  • Minimum opening deposit is only $25


Open a new checking account!

Whether you’re new to banking or want to help your teen or young adult open a new Clear Checking account to learn about budgeting, paying bills, and other personal finance basics. Whether you stay here in North Carolina or Virginia, or move away for college or a job, your Clear Checking account can go with you. You can use any ATM without incurring a fee from us (some ATMs charge their own fee), make purchases with your debit card, and log in to online and mobile banking to keep tabs on your account activity.

When it’s time to transition to one of our other personal checking accounts, American National Bank will be there to help you find the right option. 


Find a Checking Account That's Right for You

Explore our full range of personal checking accounts today to find an account that is perfect for your needs: