How to earn the bonus
- Open a new U.S. Bank Smartly Checking account through the promotional offer by 11-10-2026.
- Fund the account with at least $25 within 60 days of account opening.
- Enroll in the U.S. Bank Mobile App or online banking within 90 days.
- Complete at least two qualifying direct deposits within 90 days totaling $2,000-$4,999.99 for $250, $5,000-$7,999.99 for $350, or $8,000 or more for $450.
Direct deposit and qualifying activity
Within 90 days, make at least 2 direct deposits totaling $2,000-$4,999.99 for $250, $5,000-$7,999.99 for $350, or $8,000 or more for $450.
Enroll in online or mobile banking and complete at least two qualifying direct deposits within 90 days of account opening.
Minimum opening deposit
$25
Offer timeline
Open the account
Open a new U.S. Bank Smartly Checking account through the promotional offer by 11-10-2026.
Complete requirements
Enroll in online or mobile banking and complete at least two qualifying direct deposits within 90 days of account opening.
Expected bonus payout
Bonus is credited within 30 days after all offer requirements are completed.
Account closure and payout conditions
The account must remain open and have a positive balance to receive the bonus.
Monthly fee and how to waive it
$12/mo
How to waive it
- Maintain an average account balance of $1,500 or more.
- Receive combined monthly direct deposits totaling $1,500 or more.
- Own or open a U.S. Bank Smartly Visa Signature credit card.
- Own an eligible U.S. Bank small business checking account.
- Qualify for Smart Rewards Gold, Platinum, or Platinum Plus tier.
- Qualify for an eligible customer group such as age 13-24, age 65 or older, military, Workplace-Financial Wellness Program, or U.S. Bank Global Transition Solutions.
Eligibility and previous-customer rules
New-customer rule
Neither the applicant nor any owner on the new account may have an existing U.S. Bank consumer checking account or have had one within the last 12 months.
Previous-bonus rule
Neither the applicant nor any owner on the new account may have received another U.S. Bank consumer checking bonus within the past 12 months.
Other restrictions
Offer is not available through Alliance partnerships or with Trust Accounts. Other restrictions may apply.
Availability
U.S. Bank states that the offer may not be available to applicants who live outside the U.S. Bank footprint.
Deadline, payout and account closure
Offer ends
Offer valid through 11-10-2026.
Expected bonus payout
Bonus is credited within 30 days after all offer requirements are completed.
Closure and payout conditions
The account must remain open and have a positive balance to receive the bonus.