Banks

California's financial institutions are symbols of safety and soundness. Their role in business and industry are important to the economy and to our own personal well-being. Maintaining the integrity of financial services remains our primary mission as the industry continues to grow.

How To Reach Us

Department of Financial Institutions
45 Fremont Street, Suite 1700
San Francisco, CA 94105-2219
Phone: (415) 263-8500
Fax: (415) 288-8830
E-mail: licensing@dfi.ca.gov

• Bank Assessment Calculator
• Bank Forms
• Banking Statistics
• Best Practices - Reducing the Risk of Corporate Account Takeovers
  A state led cooperative effort, including the United States Secret Service, developed a list of nineteen recommended processes and controls for reducing the risks of Corporate Account Takeovers.
• California Code of Regulations
• California Financial Code Reference
• California State Bank Charter - The Charter of Choice
• Directory of State Chartered Banks
• Division 1.4 Management Certification (Word)
  
  • Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)
  • Schedule of Non Affiliates for Management Certificate Form (Excel)
• Orders and Opinions

The bank examination program is accredited by the Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS).