Change Your Account

It's as simple as 1-2-3!

If there is another Scotiabank account that is more suitable to your banking needs, it's easy to change your account in 3 simple steps.


To change your account, you can:


Step 1: Verify that your account is eligible for online change

The following accounts can be changed online:

  • Basic Banking Account1
  • Basic Banking Plan
  • Scotia One Account
  • Scotia Value® Account
  • Blue Chip Account
  • Money Master® Savings Account

All accounts can be changed by calling 1-800-4-SCOTIA (1-800-472-6842 or by visiting your Scotiabank branch.

To consolidate or close accounts, please visit your Scotiabank branch.

Step 2: Choose your new account

If you already know which account you'd like, go to step 3.

If you aren't certain which account is best for you, let our Account Selector Reality Check® find it for you. You may also choose to review a summary of account fees.

Step 3: Make the Change

With your intended changes, call 1-800-4-SCOTIA (1-800-472-6842), select online change, or visit your Scotiabank branch.

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When will the changes be completed?

Please allow up to two weeks for completion of online changes and three business days for requests made through 1-800-4-SCOTIA. Use Scotia Simple Switch to transfer your account from another financial institution to Scotiabank and leave the hassle to us.

Apply Today
  • In Person
    Visit your local Scotiabank branch
  • By phone
    1-800-472-6842
    Available 24/7
  • 1 These accounts are no longer available for sale as of July 2011. Current account holders may keep their accounts.