Get Your Tax Refund Early—Fifth Third Bank Delivers Up to 5 Days Faster!

This tax season, Fifth Third Bank is giving its customers a financial edge by providing early access to tax refunds—up to five days ahead of schedule—at no extra cost. This initiative is part of the bank’s ongoing effort to make financial services more convenient and accessible, especially during a time when many depend on their tax refunds for essential expenses or savings.

How Fifth Third’s Early Refund Program Works

Fifth Third customers who opt for direct deposit of their tax refund will automatically qualify to receive their funds early. Here’s how it works:

• Automatic Enrollment: Customers who file their taxes and choose direct deposit into a Fifth Third Bank account will automatically benefit from the early refund service.
• Fee-Free Access: There are no additional charges for receiving refunds early—customers simply provide their Fifth Third account and routing information when filing their taxes.
• Quick Release of Funds: As soon as the IRS processes and approves the refund, Fifth Third releases the funds up to five days before they are traditionally available.

This streamlined process ensures that funds are made available as soon as possible, bypassing standard bank delays.

Why This Matters

Tax refunds are a critical financial lifeline for millions of Americans, particularly during the early months of the year. Fifth Third’s program allows customers to:

• Access their refunds faster to pay for immediate expenses like rent, utilities, or groceries.
• Avoid unnecessary fees from payday loans or short-term financial solutions.
• Gain peace of mind with earlier access to their money.

By removing delays, Fifth Third is helping customers maximize the impact of their refunds when they need them most.

Steps to Get Your Refund Early with Fifth Third Bank

To take advantage of this benefit, customers simply need to:

1. File Taxes Electronically: E-filing ensures quicker processing by the IRS.
2. Choose Direct Deposit: Provide your Fifth Third Bank account and routing number when selecting your refund delivery option.
3. Wait for IRS Approval: Once the IRS processes your refund, Fifth Third will release the funds early—up to five days before the standard timeline.

Additional Benefits for Fifth Third Customers

Along with early access to tax refunds, Fifth Third Bank offers:

• Early Pay Advantage: Access to payroll or other direct deposits up to two days early.
• No ATM Fees: Free access to a nationwide network of ATMs.
• Financial Tools: Budgeting and savings options through the Fifth Third mobile app.

Tax Refund Timelines to Keep in Mind

The IRS typically processes refunds for electronically filed returns within 21 days. Customers can track their refund status using the “Where’s My Refund?” tool on the IRS website or the IRS2Go mobile app. With Fifth Third’s early access program, customers can expect their refunds even sooner.