Frequently asked questions
A certificate of deposit (CD) is an FDIC insured savings account that holds a fixed amount of money for a fixed period of time. With a CD, your interest rate is guaranteed for the entire term of your deposit. CDs are one of the safest options available for saving.
"Term" refers to the length of time you agree to deposit your funds. Your CD will mature at the end your term, at which point you can withdraw your initial investment + earned interest penalty free. At this time you will also have the option to renew your account at the current rate.
We offer a flexible range of both short and long term options.
You may not make any deposits into your account before maturity.
You may make withdrawals of principal from your account before maturity, but the amount withdrawn may be subject to an early withdrawal penalty. You can only withdraw interest credited in the term before the maturity of that term without penalty.
You can withdraw interest only on the crediting dates. For questions about early withdrawal, please contact us at 1-866-246.2400.
Opening a CD account is now easier than ever with our online account opening. Click the Open now button above to get started. Prefer to open in-person? No problem! Find your nearest branch to talk with an advisor.
- If you are already a Simmons Bank customer, once you click the “Open Now” button, you’ll see an option to log in with your online banking credentials, or by entering your last name, last 4 of your social, account number and account type. When you select one of these options, we’ll pre-fill your application making the process faster.
If you are already a Simmons Bank customer, once you click the “Open Now” button, you’ll see an option to log in with your online banking credentials, or by entering your last name, last 4 of your social, account number and account type. When you select one of these options, we’ll pre-fill your application making the process faster.
To open a CD online, you'll need a valid state-issued ID, a minimum opening deposit of either $5,000 or $50,000 that is new money*, login credentials for the external bank account you plan to use to fund your new CD account, and the name, address, and SSN for your beneficiary should you wish to designate one.
*New money is money that is not currently on deposit at Simmons Bank.
To open a CD in person, you’ll need a valid state-issued ID, a minimum deposit of either $5,000 or $50,000 provided at least half of the minimum deposit must be New Money*, and the name, address, and SSN for your beneficiary should you wish to designate one.
*New money is money that is not current on deposit at Simmons Bank.
New money is money that is not currently on deposit at Simmons Bank.
Simmons Bank uses Plaid to facilitate the transfer of funds from an external bank account to your new Simmons Bank CD account. To access the funds in your external bank account, you’ll need the online banking login credentials.
To qualify for our best rates, a minimum deposit amount of $5,000 or $50,000 that is new money is required for CDs opened online. New money is money that is currently not on deposit with Simmons Bank. The maximum deposit amount for this offer is $250,000.
Only one CD account can be opened at a time when opening online. After opening the initial CD online, additional CD accounts can be opened.
Once your CD account reaches maturity, you will receive a notice reminding you that you have 10 calendar days to do one of the following:
- Allow your CD to auto-renew at the current rate at the time of maturity.
- Close your CD and withdraw your funds, without a penalty.
To withdraw or move funds from a mature CD, please visit your nearest Simmons Bank branch or contact us at 1-866-246-2400.
If no action is taken within the 10 calendar-day grace period, Simmons Bank will automatically renew your CD for the same term at the current rate at the time of maturity.
To make changes to your CD account visit your nearest Simmons Bank branch. If you are not located near a branch, contact us at 1-866-246-2400.
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{97} Benefits and features are subject to customer qualification and approval by Simmons Bank.
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{165} All accounts subject to approval. Restrictions apply.
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{230} Annual Percentage Yield (APY) accurate as of 8/16/2024. Advertised rate subject to change without notice. Minimum opening deposit of $5,000 or $50,000 required to obtain advertised APY. If opened online, the full opening deposit must be New Money, and if opened in person, at least half of the total opening deposit must be New Money. New Money is money that is not currently on deposit at Simmons Bank. Not available for public funds. A penalty will be imposed for early withdrawal. Fees may reduce earnings. CD renewal at maturity will be at the prevailing interest rate.
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{232} Online opening currently only available to residents of Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, Georgia, Indiana, Kansas, Missouri, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas.
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{16} Data connection required. Wireless carrier fees may apply. Mobile deposit is available to Simmons Bank online and mobile banking customers who are at least 18 years of age and have the most recent Simmons Bank App for iPhone®, iPad®, or Android™.
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{19} iPhone, iPad, Apple, and the Apple Logo are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
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