How to Close HDFC Bank Account Online?

The account holder can not close HDFC Bank account online without visiting the branch. The procedure to close the account can be done only offline by visiting the nearest branch of the bank.

This guide will tell you the steps that you need to follow to Close HDFC Bank account. As I have already mentioned that there is no online method to close the account. There is only an offline method i.e. the account holder personally has to visit the branch of the bank. (It is recommended to visit the home branch)

Steps to Close HDFC Bank Account

Close HDFC Bank Account

When it comes to closing the account we can classify them into two. And they are an account with a positive balance and the second one is an account with a negative balance. I will explain to you the steps in both cases.

Bank Account with Positive Balance

Steps to Close HDFC Bank Account:
  1. Download and take a print out of the HDFC Bank account closure form.
  2. Fill the form with the details like your name, address, account number, etc.
  3. Ensure that all the details you have filled in are correct to your knowledge.
  4. Sign the account closure form.
  5. Visit the nearest branch of the bank.
  6. Carry your identity proof document, bank passbook, ATM card, and cheque book with you.
  7. Make your account balance zero on the day of closing.
  8. Submit the closure form to the bank officials.
  9. And follow the instructions given to you by the officials.

Bank Account with Negative Balance

Steps to Close HDFC Bank Account with Negative Balance:
  1. Check the exact amount of negative balance you have in your account.
  2. Clear or pay the negative balance by depositing funds or transferring sufficient funds to your account.
  3. Collect or download the account closure form.
  4. Fill the form with all the details of your account.
  5. Visit the nearest branch of the HDFC Bank.
  6. Carry the documentation like your identity proof document, bank passbook, cheque book, and debit card.
  7. Speak with the bank officials.
  8. Tell the officials that you want to close your account, and you have cleared the negative balance you had in the account.
  9. Submit the form to start the process of closing down your account.

Note: Once the account is closed you can not use it in any way. And you can carry PAN Card or Aadhaar Card as an identity proof document.

Conclusion

This is how you can close HDFC Bank account. It is very rare these days that you have a negative balance in your account. But in case you have then you first have to clear or pay it. For more information, I recommend you call the customer care of the bank and confirm the account closing charges.