Why can't I close my Wells Fargo bank account?

 Using a Wells Fargo account comes with several added benefits and perks. This is the reason why we do not recommend users close their Wells Fargo accounts. However, carrying out this practice becomes utmost necessary in some circumstances. For example, if you have created multiple accounts, or you need to close the account of a deceased person.

But, sometimes, despite knowing the correct Wells Fargo login credentials, users are not able to close their bank accounts and this might happen due to various reasons.

So, if this is the case with you, then you can refer to the section below and learn the possible reasons why this is happening to you.

Reasons behind non-closure of a Wells Fargo account 

below are given the possible reasons why you may not be able to close an account on Wells Fargo despite knowing the correct Wells Fargo login credentials. Once you have figured out the actual reason, you will be able to eliminate the problem so that you can go ahead with account closure:

• The first and foremost thing that could be responsible for this problem is an ongoing transaction. So, if the transaction is undergoing progress, make sure that you let it complete
• On the other hand, if you are trying to close an inactive account, then also you will not be successful in your endeavor. So, make sure that you first activate your account and then go ahead with account closure
• If you wish to close a Prime Checking or Premier Checking account, then you can do so only after its statement is generated. So make sure that you wait for the account statement to get generated and then you can go ahead with the Wells Fargo login account closure
• If there is a legal or bank restrictions implied on your account, then you may not be able to close your account

Conclusion: 

In today's blog post we have tried our best to cover all the details regarding the problems that arise during the account closure of a Wells Fargo bank. In case you are also facing the same issue and you are unable to close a Wells Fargo login account, then you need to verify that you are not making any kind of mistakes that are given above. If the problem remains unresolved, then you can reach the Wells Fargo nearest branch and get your queries resolved from there.