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  • Earn CD APYs that outperform the National Averages2
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Discover’s CD rates are competitive. You might find slightly higher or lower rates elsewhere, but the difference won’t be extreme. A major perk of Discover’s CD offering is the wide variety. How do Discover Bank’s CD rates compare? While Discover Bank’s CD rates aren’t always the highest available in our listings of the best CDs, they are consistently among the top offers we’ve seen across all terms.That said, you may be able to find a similar or even better rate with a CD that has a lower minimum deposit than Discover Bank’s rather hard-to-swallow $2,500.

  • Choose terms ranging from 3 months to 10 years
  • Option to automatically withdraw interest
  • Use electronic deposit to add funds to a maturing CD or fund a new one
  • Easy online account management
  • You can fund your CD Account in the following ways: Online transfer from an eligible Discover Bank Account or an external bank account; Phone Transfers (available for initial funding only) Mail a check that includes your CD Account number, made payable to you to: Discover Bank PO Box 30417 Salt Lake City, UT 84130.
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  • A high yield Certificate of Deposit (CD) by Discover Bank, Member FDIC offers some of the highest rates available. Explore our CD options & CD rates today.

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Interest rates/APYs are applied based on the date the account is funded.

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Earn CD APYs that outperform the National Averages2.

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For information regarding fees and service charges, see Section 36 in the Deposit Account Agreement.

CD Accounts FAQ

About Your Account

What is the minimum deposit amount to open my Certificate of Deposit (CD)?

As a benefit of your AAA membership, there is no minimum opening deposit amount.

How can I fund my CD Account?

You can fund your CD Account in the following ways:

  • Online transfer from an eligible Discover Bank Account or an external bank account
  • Phone Transfers (available for initial funding only)
  • Mail a check that includes your CD Account number, made payable to you to:
    Discover Bank
    PO Box 30417
    Salt Lake City, UT 84130

*Please note that Travelers Checks will not be accepted for deposit.

What is the Discover Bank routing number?

The Discover Bank routing number is 031100649. It is used for electronic transfers made by ACH (including Direct Deposit) and for domestic wire transfers (from another financial institution within the U.S.).

How do I send a wire transfer?

Follow the steps below to send an outgoing wire transfer. Please make sure your request is submitted at least 2-3 days in advance of when you would like us to process your wire to ensure pre-processing can be completed; allow additional time if mailing your request.

International and Domestic Wire Transfer requests received and verified before 3:00 PM ET on a business day will be processed the same day. Requests received and verified after 3:00 PM ET on a business day or any time on a weekend or holiday will be processed by the next business day.

As a reminder, all wire transfer requests require verbal authorization before they can be processed. Once you submit your request, you must call us to authorize it. Failure to do so will result in longer processing times and a possible cancelled request.

You can submit a wire transfer request through the Account Center, or by downloading, completing, and submitting the paper form.

Submit Online

  • International Wire Transfer Request may only be submitted using the paper form

Download Form

  • Domestic Wire Transfer Request Form (wire transfers within the United States)
  • International Wire Transfer Request Form (wire transfers outside the United States)

Once you have completed your Wire Transfer Request Form, you can submit it through any of the following methods:

  • Upload the form through Secure Document Upload
  • Fax the form to 1-224-813-5213, Attention 'Wire Transfer Request'
  • Mail the form to Discover Bank, PO Box 30417, Salt Lake City, UT 84130
How do I receive a wire transfer?

For domestic wire transfers (from another bank in U.S.), please wire funds to:

  • Beneficiary Bank: Discover Bank
  • ABA/Routing Number: 031100649
  • Beneficiary Bank Address (if required): 502 Market Street, Greenwood DE 19950
  • Beneficiary Name: Your name (as it appears on your Discover Bank account)
  • Beneficiary Account Number: Your Discover Bank account number

For international wire transfers (from another bank outside the U.S.), please wire funds to:

  • Beneficiary Bank: Bank of New York Mellon
  • ABA/Routing Number: 043000261
  • SWIFT Code: IRVTUS3N
  • Beneficiary Bank Address (if required): #3 Mellon Bank Center, Pittsburgh, PA 15258
  • Beneficiary Name: Discover Bank
  • Beneficiary Account Number: 9914394
  • For Further Credit to: Your name (as it appears on your Discover Bank account) and your Discover Bank account number

Wire transfers received before 4:00 PM ET will be posted to your account on the business day we receive them.

Wire transfers received after 4:00 PM ET will post to your account the following business day, with an effective date of the business day the funds were received.

Some wire transfers may require additional processing time. In those cases, your wire transfer will post to your account upon completion of processing, with an effective date of the business day the funds were received. If it has been more than 2 business days since your inbound wire was sent and it has not yet posted, feel free to call us at 1-800-347-2683.

What fees and service charges are associated with my CD Account?

We do not charge any account-related fees, however, there is a $30 Wire Transfer Service Charge for outgoing wires as well as early withdrawal penalties, which are outlined below.

For CDs opened or renewed through 3/14/13

  • <1 year: 3 months simple interest on principal amount withdrawn
  • 1 year-5 years: 6 months simple interest on principal amount withdrawn
  • 6+ years: 9 months simple interest on principal amount withdrawn

For CDs opened or renewed from 3/15/13 through 2/16/14:

  • <1 year: 3 months simple interest on principal amount withdrawn
  • 1 year-3 years: 6 months simple interest on principal amount withdrawn
  • 4 years-6 years: 9 months simple interest on principal amount withdrawn
  • 7+ years: 15 months simple interest on principal amount withdrawn

For CDs opened or renewed on or after 2/17/14:

  • <1 year: 3 months simple interest on principal amount withdrawn
  • 1 year-3 years: 6 months simple interest on principal amount withdrawn
  • 4 years: 9 months simple interest on principal amount withdrawn
  • 5 years-6 years: 18 months simple interest on principal amount withdrawn
  • 7+ years: 24 months simple interest on principal amount withdrawn

*Please note that in some cases, the Early Withdrawal Penalty may reduce the principal in the CD.

Is the CD Account FDIC-insured?

Yes, funds on deposit at Discover Bank are FDIC-insured up to the maximum allowed by law. For more information, visit the FDIC website.

Can I find my CD maturity date online?

Yes. Click here to log into your account. Once logged in, select your CD Account on the 'Account Summary' page. Your maturity date will be displayed in the CD account details.

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What happens when my CD matures?

We will send you a notification 30 days before your CD matures. When your CD matures, you may make a deposit or withdrawal and change the term of your CD during the grace period. The grace period lasts for 9 days immediately following the maturity date. Your CD will automatically renew if you don't take any action during the grace period and interest withdrawn on the account will not affect the grace period. Any term change, deposit, or withdrawal of principal during the grace period will end the grace period.

In some cases, the Early Withdrawal Fee may reduce the principal in the CD.

Will I receive a certificate for my CD?

No. You will not receive a certificate for your CD, however, you will receive a welcome kit when you open your account, and you can access your account information anytime via the Account Center. Click here to log in.

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What should I do if I forget my User ID or Password?

Click here to reset your User ID and Password. If you are still unable to log in, call us at 1-888-204-8990 and a Banking Specialist will help you reset your User ID and Password.

Opening an Account

What is the minimum deposit amount to open a CD Account?

As a benefit of your AAA membership, there is no minimum opening deposit amount.

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Can I open a CD as a Trust or Custodial account?

Yes. We allow a range of account ownership types including Trust, Custodial, Guardian, and Estate. To open one of these account types, please call us at 1-888-204-8990 and a Banking Specialist will assist you.

How can I fund my CD Account?

You can fund your CD Account in the following ways:

  • Online transfer from an eligible Discover Bank Account or an external bank account
  • Phone Transfers (available for initial funding only)
  • Mail a check that includes your CD Account number, made payable to you to:
    Discover Bank
    PO Box 30417
    Salt Lake City, UT 84130

*Please note that Travelers Checks will not be accepted for deposit.

How do I send a wire transfer?

Follow the steps below to send an outgoing wire transfer. Please make sure your request is submitted at least 2-3 days in advance of when you would like us to process your wire to ensure pre-processing can be completed; allow additional time if mailing your request.

International and Domestic Wire Transfer requests received and verified before 3:00 PM ET on a business day will be processed the same day. Requests received and verified after 3:00 PM ET on a business day or any time on a weekend or holiday will be processed by the next business day.

As a reminder, all wire transfer requests require verbal authorization before they can be processed. Once you submit your request, you must call us to authorize it. Failure to do so will result in longer processing times and a possible cancelled request.

You can submit a wire transfer request through the Account Center, or by downloading, completing, and submitting the paper form.

Submit Online

  • International Wire Transfer Request may only be submitted using the paper form

Download Form

  • Domestic Wire Transfer Request Form (wire transfers within the United States)
  • International Wire Transfer Request Form (wire transfers outside the United States)

Once you have completed your Wire Transfer Request Form, you can submit it through any of the following methods:

  • Upload the form through Secure Document Upload
  • Fax the form to 1-224-813-5213, Attention 'Wire Transfer Request'
  • Mail the form to Discover Bank, PO Box 30417, Salt Lake City, UT 84130
How do I receive a wire transfer?

For domestic wire transfers (from another bank in U.S.), please wire funds to:

  • Beneficiary Bank: Discover Bank
  • ABA/Routing Number: 031100649
  • Beneficiary Bank Address (if required): 502 Market Street, Greenwood DE 19950
  • Beneficiary Name: Your name (as it appears on your Discover Bank account)
  • Beneficiary Account Number: Your Discover Bank account number

For international wire transfers (from another bank outside the U.S.), please wire funds to:

  • Beneficiary Bank: Bank of New York Mellon
  • ABA/Routing Number: 043000261
  • SWIFT Code: IRVTUS3N
  • Beneficiary Bank Address (if required): #3 Mellon Bank Center, Pittsburgh, PA 15258
  • Beneficiary Name: Discover Bank
  • Beneficiary Account Number: 9914394
  • For Further Credit to: Your name (as it appears on your Discover Bank account) and your Discover Bank account number

Wire transfers received before 4:00 PM ET will be posted to your account on the business day we receive them.

Wire transfers received after 4:00 PM ET will post to your account the following business day, with an effective date of the business day the funds were received.

Some wire transfers may require additional processing time. In those cases, your wire transfer will post to your account upon completion of processing, with an effective date of the business day the funds were received. If it has been more than 2 business days since your inbound wire was sent and it has not yet posted, feel free to call us at 1-800-347-2683.

Deposits and Withdrawals

How can I fund my CD Account?

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You can fund your CD Account in the following ways:

  • Online transfer from an eligible Discover Bank Account or an external bank account
  • Phone Transfers (available for initial funding only)
  • Mail a check that includes your CD Account number, made payable to you to:
    Discover Bank
    PO Box 30417
    Salt Lake City, UT 84130

*Please note that Travelers Checks will not be accepted for deposit.

How do I send a wire transfer?

Follow the steps below to send an outgoing wire transfer. Please make sure your request is submitted at least 2-3 days in advance of when you would like us to process your wire to ensure pre-processing can be completed; allow additional time if mailing your request.

International and Domestic Wire Transfer requests received and verified before 3:00 PM ET on a business day will be processed the same day. Requests received and verified after 3:00 PM ET on a business day or any time on a weekend or holiday will be processed by the next business day.

As a reminder, all wire transfer requests require verbal authorization before they can be processed. Once you submit your request, you must call us to authorize it. Failure to do so will result in longer processing times and a possible cancelled request.

You can submit a wire transfer request through the Account Center, or by downloading, completing, and submitting the paper form.

Submit Online

  • International Wire Transfer Request may only be submitted using the paper form

Download Form

  • Domestic Wire Transfer Request Form (wire transfers within the United States)
  • International Wire Transfer Request Form (wire transfers outside the United States)

Once you have completed your Wire Transfer Request Form, you can submit it through any of the following methods:

  • Upload the form through Secure Document Upload
  • Fax the form to 1-224-813-5213, Attention 'Wire Transfer Request'
  • Mail the form to Discover Bank, PO Box 30417, Salt Lake City, UT 84130
How do I receive a wire transfer?

For domestic wire transfers (from another bank in U.S.), please wire funds to:

  • Beneficiary Bank: Discover Bank
  • ABA/Routing Number: 031100649
  • Beneficiary Bank Address (if required): 502 Market Street, Greenwood DE 19950
  • Beneficiary Name: Your name (as it appears on your Discover Bank account)
  • Beneficiary Account Number: Your Discover Bank account number

For international wire transfers (from another bank outside the U.S.), please wire funds to:

  • Beneficiary Bank: Bank of New York Mellon
  • ABA/Routing Number: 043000261
  • SWIFT Code: IRVTUS3N
  • Beneficiary Bank Address (if required): #3 Mellon Bank Center, Pittsburgh, PA 15258
  • Beneficiary Name: Discover Bank
  • Beneficiary Account Number: 9914394
  • For Further Credit to: Your name (as it appears on your Discover Bank account) and your Discover Bank account number

Wire transfers received before 4:00 PM ET will be posted to your account on the business day we receive them.

Wire transfers received after 4:00 PM ET will post to your account the following business day, with an effective date of the business day the funds were received.

Some wire transfers may require additional processing time. In those cases, your wire transfer will post to your account upon completion of processing, with an effective date of the business day the funds were received. If it has been more than 2 business days since your inbound wire was sent and it has not yet posted, feel free to call us at 1-800-347-2683.

Can I make additional deposits to my CD?

Additional deposits cannot be made during the term of any CD. However, once your CD matures, you can deposit additional funds once during the grace period.

How can I withdraw money from my CD Account?

You can withdraw money from your CD Account in the following ways:

  • After your CD maturity date, there is a grace period of 9 days when you can make changes to your CD, including a withdrawal without an Early Withdrawal Fee. Please note that any term change, deposit, or withdrawal of principal during the grace period will end the grace period.
  • Interest can be withdrawn from your CD at any time without a penalty.
  • Principal withdrawals can be made outside of the grace period, however, an Early Withdrawal Fee will apply
Is there an Early Withdrawal Penalty for removing funds from my Discover Bank CD?

The Early Withdrawal Penalties are as follows:

For CDs opened or renewed through 3/14/13

  • <1 year: 3 months simple interest on principal amount withdrawn
  • 1 year-5 years: 6 months simple interest on principal amount withdrawn
  • 6+ years: 9 months simple interest on principal amount withdrawn

For CDs opened or renewed from 3/15/13 through 2/16/14:

  • <1 year: 3 months simple interest on principal amount withdrawn.
  • 1 year-3 years: 6 months simple interest on principal amount withdrawn
  • 4 years-6 years: 9 months simple interest on principal amount withdrawn
  • 7+ years: 15 months simple interest on principal amount withdrawn

For CDs opened or renewed on or after 2/17/14:

  • <1 year: 3 months simple interest on principal amount withdrawn
  • 1 year-3 years: 6 months simple interest on principal amount withdrawn
  • 4 years: 9 months simple interest on principal amount withdrawn
  • 5 years-6 years: 18 months simple interest on principal amount withdrawn
  • 7+ years: 24 months simple interest on principal amount withdrawn

*Please note that in some cases, the Early Withdrawal Penalty may reduce the principal in the CD

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How do I receive interest from my CD?

You can allow the interest earned to remain in your account and take advantage of compounding or have the interest transferred to an eligible Discover Bank Account.

When will I start earning interest on new deposits?

If we receive your deposit before your Account is opened, interest will begin to accrue on the deposit on the Business Day your Account is opened. Once an Account is opened, interest begins to accrue on a deposit on the Business Day we receive your deposit.

How can I lock in a non-IRA CD interest rate for new CDs?

If we receive your funding deposit within 10 days of submitting your application(including your application date), you will receive the highest interest rate offered on one of these dates: the date you submit your application, the date your account is opened or the date we receive your funding deposit.

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If we receive your funding deposit after 10 days, you will receive the current interest rate on the date we receive the funding. Please note that if we don't receive funding within 45 days, your CD Account will be closed.

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How is interest on my CD calculated?

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Interest is compounded daily and credited to your account monthly.