Yes, Bank of America is closed on Good Friday

Bank of America closes all of its branches on Good Friday, which is a federal holiday. This means you cannot visit a branch in person, use the drive-through, or speak to a banker at a physical location that day. The exact date of Good Friday changes each year because it is tied to Easter — it falls on the Friday before Easter Sunday.

However, you can still use most of Bank of America's services on Good Friday through your phone, computer, or mobile app. ATMs work normally, online banking stays open, and you can transfer money, pay bills, or check your balance without visiting a branch. If you need to deposit a check, you can use mobile deposit through the app instead of going to a branch.

Key Takeaways

  • Bank of America branches close on Good Friday, but ATMs and online banking remain available all day.
  • You can deposit checks through the mobile app using mobile deposit instead of visiting a branch on Good Friday.
  • Good Friday falls on a different date each year — check Bank of America's website or calendar to confirm the exact date.
  • If you need cash before Good Friday, withdraw it on Thursday or use an ATM on Friday.
  • Transactions you make online or through the app on Good Friday will process, but may not clear until the next business day.

What you can and cannot do on Good Friday

On Good Friday, you cannot walk into a Bank of America branch, use a teller, or speak to someone at a desk. You also cannot use the drive-through window. If you need to speak to a banker by phone, customer service lines are closed as well.

What you can do: use any Bank of America ATM to withdraw cash or deposit checks, log into your online account to transfer money between accounts, pay bills through online bill pay, send money to other people through Zelle or Bank of America's transfer service, and use the mobile app to deposit checks by taking a photo. These digital services run 24 hours a day, even on holidays.

One important note: if you make a deposit through an ATM or mobile deposit on Good Friday, the funds may not appear in your account until the next business day (Saturday does not count as a business day for banking purposes, so it would be Monday). Withdrawals from ATMs happen right away.

When Bank of America branches reopen after Good Friday

Bank of America branches reopen on the next business day after Good Friday, which is usually Saturday or Monday depending on the year. Most Bank of America branches are open on Saturday, though hours are shorter than on weekdays. Check your local branch's hours on the Bank of America website or app before you go.

If you need to deposit a check or handle something that requires a teller, Saturday is usually your next option. If your branch does not open on Saturday, you will need to wait until Monday. You can find your branch's specific hours by searching for it on bankofamerica.com or calling 1-800-432-1000.

Other federal holidays when Bank of America closes

Bank of America closes on all federal holidays, not just Good Friday. These include New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. The bank also closes on the day after Thanksgiving.

On each of these days, branches are closed but ATMs and online banking work normally. If you are planning a transaction that requires a branch visit, check the calendar ahead of time and plan to go the day before or the day after the holiday.

Planning ahead to avoid branch closures

If you know you will need to visit a Bank of America branch around Good Friday, do it on Thursday instead. Withdraw cash, deposit checks in person, or handle any banking that requires a teller before the holiday. This way you will not be stuck waiting until Saturday or Monday.

If you are not sure whether you need to go to a branch, try handling it online or through the app first. Most things that used to require a branch visit — depositing checks, transferring money, paying bills — can now be done from your phone. The mobile deposit feature in particular has made it much easier to deposit checks without leaving home.

What to do if you need cash on Good Friday

If you realize on Good Friday that you need cash and did not withdraw it beforehand, use any Bank of America ATM. ATMs are available 24 hours a day, including holidays, and you can withdraw money from your checking or savings account. If you do not have a Bank of America ATM nearby, you may be able to use an ATM from another bank, though you might be charged a fee.

Some Bank of America branches are located inside grocery stores or other retail locations. Even though the bank's branch is closed on Good Friday, the store itself may be open. However, you still cannot use the bank's services — you would only be able to use the ATM if there is one in that location.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use my debit card at stores on Good Friday if my bank is closed?

Yes. Bank of America being closed does not affect your ability to use your debit card at stores, restaurants, or online. Your card works normally because the store's payment system connects to the bank's network, which runs 24 hours a day. The branch closure only affects in-person banking services.

Will a check I deposit on Good Friday clear the same day?

No. If you deposit a check through an ATM or mobile deposit on Good Friday, it will not clear until Monday because Saturday and Sunday do not count as business days for banking. Deposits made on Friday are typically processed on Monday morning.

What if I need to speak to someone at Bank of America on Good Friday?

Customer service phone lines are closed on Good Friday. You can try using the chat feature in the mobile app or on the website, though response times may be slower on holidays. For urgent issues, you may need to wait until Saturday or Monday when branches reopen.

Is Good Friday the same date every year?

No. Good Friday changes each year because it is based on the lunar calendar and falls on the Friday before Easter Sunday. It can occur anywhere between March 22 and April 25. Check Bank of America's holiday calendar on their website to see the exact date for the current year.