25 June 2022 3:37

I have an account at the BBT and money was seized for inactivity

How do I get my money back from an inactive account?

To recover this fund, you need to contact your bank branch and fill out the requisite forms and provide your KYC documents. Your bank will contact the RBI to recover the funds. You can also revive your inoperative account by completing your KYC. As a habit, ensure that you operate your account regularly.

What happens to a bank account with no activity?

The bank turns the account over to the state.
In a process what is called “escheating” an account, banks are required to turn over funds from the inactive account to the state treasury. Once the account is sent to the state, the funds are held as unclaimed property.

Why is my BB&T account locked?

Your BB&T Home Mortgage Account Has Been Locked
You have exceeded the maximum allowable number of logon attempts. As a result, your account has been locked. To unlock your account, contact your mortgage professional or call 800-575-4647 between 7 am and 6 pm ET, Monday through Friday.

How do I unblock my BB&T account?

Access Denied

  1. Visit a BB&T branch or ATM.
  2. Log in to the U by BB&T® mobile app.
  3. Send a text to MYBBT (69228) (if you have a mobile number registered with BB&T)
  4. Call our online banking support at 888-228-6654 and provide us the reference code below.

How long can a bank account be inactive?

When an account has no transactions for 12 months, it is considered inactive. If there is no activity for 24 months, it is deemed dormant. Remember, system-generated activities like interest credits don’t count.

Can banks close inactive accounts?

Is this legal? Yes. Generally, banks may close accounts, for any reason and without notice. Some reasons could include inactivity or low usage.

How long can a bank freeze your account for suspicious activity?

An account freeze resulting from an investigation will usually last for about ten days. However, there’s no set limit for how long a freeze may last. A bank can effectively suspend your account at any time for as long as they need to in order to complete a thorough investigation.

What happens if a bank closes your account with money in it?

The bank has to return your money when it closes your account, no matter what the reason. However, if you had any outstanding fees or charges, the bank can subtract those from your balance before returning it to you. The bank should mail you a check for the remaining balance in your account.

How do I reactivate my dormant account?

Here are some steps to reactivate the dormant bank account:

  1. Step 1: Visit the respective bank.
  2. Step 2: Make an application to activate the dormant bank account.
  3. Step 3: The account will be activated on the next business day.

How long does it take to reactivate a bank account?

Dormant bank account can be reactivated for you to start operating it or closing it. The reactivation process differs from one bank to another. Usually, the account gets activated within 24 hours. For this purpose an account holder needs to make a transaction by cheque or ATM.