Can a 16 year-old get a bank account?

Question

My son was wondering if he can get a bank account. Can he get one? Or will I have to be a co-signer?

If so, which bank? (Florida state)

Answer 1

A FEW DAYS AGO I GOT THE CHASE HIGH SCHOOL CHECKING ACCOUNT FOR THOSE 13-17. IT IS LINKED TO A PARENTS ACCOUNT. MY PACKAGE COMES WITH A VISA CHECK CARD. THERE ARE NO SERVICE FEES. ALL THE RULES APPLY WITH THIS ACCOUNT EXCEPT IF YOU OVERDRAFT IT IS TAKEN FROM YOUR PARENTS. SO BE CAREFUL. IT CONVERTS TO A FREE CHECKING ACCOUNT WHEN YOU TURN 19.

http://www.chase.com/ccp/index.jsp?pg_na...

Answer 2

I don't know about Florida banks.

But here, we're allowed to get a savings account anytime, checking account is preferred for when you get your licence, and a credit card when you're 18.

Answer 3

http://www.superpages.com/yellowpages/C-...

Here is a list of banks in Florida, have a look in the region you live.