One of the largest banks in Australia is rolling out a plan to terminate cash and checking services.
In an update on its website, Macquarie Bank, which has $267 billion in assets, tells customers that a digital-centered banking experience will begin in November.
“In case you missed it, we’re phasing out our cash and cheque services for all products. To prepare for this change, you’ll need to start transacting digitally – a safe, quick, and more convenient way to bank. We’re removing our cash and cheque facilities in a phased approach.”
The bank says customers will no longer be able to access a list of over-the-counter services at Macquaries’ physical locations, nor deposit or collect checks or order new checkbooks.
“From Friday 1 November 2024
You won’t be able to:
- write or deposit personal cheques
- deposit or request bank cheques
- deposit cash or cheques over the counter at NAB branches
- make a super contribution or payment via cheque.
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