Commercial 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:

Publications

• Directory of State Chartered Banks
• Commercial Bank Forms
• State Chartered Banking Statistics

Laws and regulations

• California Code of Regulations
• California Financial Code Reference
• California State Bank Charter – The Charter of Choice
• Income from Fees on Nonsufficient Funds and Overdraft Charges

Tools and Resources

• Bank Assessment Calculator
• Best Practices to Reduce Corporate Account Takeovers (PDF)
  • FAQs (PDF)
  • Copy of Sample Risk Assessments (PDF)
  • Sample of Employee Education (PDF)

Bank Forms

Notice to Individual – Use of Information

• DFPI 02 – Personal Financial Statement (PDF)
• DFPI 03 – Confidential Resume (PDF)
• DFPI 10 – Application for Authority to Organize Bank (PDF)
• DFPI 25 – Uniform California Application/Notice (PDF)
• DFPI 88 – Application for Approval to Act as Approved Depository (PDF)
• DFPI 93 – Appt for Approval for Withdrawal/Release of Eligible Asset (PDF)
• DFPI 379 – Written Consent Form (PDF)
• DFPI 507C – Call Report Certification Page for State Chartered Banks
• DFPI 550 – Emergency Contact Person Information (PDF)
• DFPI 700 – Application for Authorization to Invest in Corporation (PDF)
• DFPI 704 – Agreement to Comply with Regulations (PDF)
• DFPI 706 – Appointment of Commissioner of the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation as Agent for Service of Process (PDF)
• DFPI 8016 – Request for Live Scan Service and Live Scan Process Instruction Form (PDF)
• FDIC 3064-0006 – Interagency Biographical and Financial Report Form and Instructions (PDF)
• FDIC 3064-0006 – Department of Financial Protection and Innovation Supplemental Instructions (PDF)
• Translated Residential Mortgage Loan Forms and Pre-Foreclosure Notices