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Find a Location

Citizens Financial Group, Inc. has 1158 locations, listed below.

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    • Citizens Financial Group, Inc.

      1 Citizens Plz Providence, RI 02903-1344

      BBB Accredited Business
    • Citizens Financial Group, Inc.

      1477 Broad St Providence, RI 02905-2834

      BBB Accredited Business
    • Citizens Financial Group, Inc.

      120 Atwood Ave Cranston, RI 02920-4130

      BBB Accredited Business
    • Citizens Financial Group, Inc.

      5 Garden City Dr Cranston, RI 02920-5740

      BBB Accredited Business
    • Citizens Financial Group, Inc.

      10 W Shore Rd Warwick, RI 02889-1155

      BBB Accredited Business

    Business ProfileforCitizens Financial Group, Inc.

    Bank
    HeadquartersMulti Location Business
    BBB accredited business
    The Complaints and Reviews shown on this HQ profile may have been submitted against either the HQ itself or one of the corporate-owned locations found under "Find Locations".

    Current Alerts For This Business

    Government Action: BBB reports on known government actions involving business’ marketplace conduct::
    Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection v. Citizen's Bank, N.A.

    The following describes a government action that has been resolved by either a settlement or a decision by a court or administrative agency. If the matter is being appealed, it will be noted below.

    On May 23, 2023, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) reached a settlement to resolve allegations that Citizens Bank violated consumer financial protection laws and rules that protect individuals when they dispute credit card transactions.

    At-a-glance

    Customer Reviews

    1.07/5stars

    Average of 254 Customer Reviews

    Customer Complaints

    1,713 complaints closed in last 3 years

    684 complaints closed in last 12 months

    BBB Rating & Accreditation

    Accredited Since: 4/11/2019

    Years in Business: 153

    Customer Reviews are not used in the calculation of BBB Rating

    Reasons for BBB Rating

    Overview

    Citizens Financial Group, Inc. is a commercial lending business operating 9 commercial banking centers. 

    Products & Services

    Checking Accounts, Savings Accounts, Money Markets, Home Equity Loans, Mortgages, Student Loans, Student Checking, Home Equity Lines of Credit, Business Banking, Commercial Banking, Investing, Wealth Management

    Business Details

    This is a multi-location business.

    Find a Location

    Citizens Financial Group, Inc. has 1158 locations, listed below.

    *This company may be headquartered in or have additional locations in another country. Please click on the country abbreviation in the search box below to change to a different country location.

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      • Citizens Financial Group, Inc.

        1 Citizens Plz Providence, RI 02903-1344

        BBB Accredited Business
      • Citizens Financial Group, Inc.

        1477 Broad St Providence, RI 02905-2834

        BBB Accredited Business
      • Citizens Financial Group, Inc.

        120 Atwood Ave Cranston, RI 02920-4130

        BBB Accredited Business
      • Citizens Financial Group, Inc.

        5 Garden City Dr Cranston, RI 02920-5740

        BBB Accredited Business
      • Citizens Financial Group, Inc.

        10 W Shore Rd Warwick, RI 02889-1155

        BBB Accredited Business
      Headquarters
      1 Citizens Plz, Providence, RI 02903-1344
      BBB File Opened:
      1/28/2003
      Years in Business:
      153
      Business Started:
      1/1/1871
      Date of New Ownership:
      9/29/1995
      Business Incorporated:
      6/17/1985
      Accredited Since:
      4/11/2019
      Licensing Information:
      This business is in an industry that may require professional licensing, bonding or registration. BBB encourages you to check with the appropriate agency to be certain any requirements are currently being met.
      Type of Entity:
      Corporation
      Number of Employees:
      20000
      Alternate Business Name
      • Investors Bank
      • Franklin American Mortgage
      • Charter One Bank
      • CCO Mortgage
      • Citizens
      • Citizens Leasing
      • Citizens One
      • Citizens One Mortgage
      • Citizens One Student Loans
      • Citizens One Personal Loans
      • Citizens Bank
      • Charter One
      Business Management
      • Mr. Bruce Van Saun, Chairperson/CEO
      • Mr. Scott A Jackson, Customer Relations Manager
      Contact Information

      Principal

      • Mr. Scott A Jackson, Customer Relations Manager

      Customer Contact

      • Ms. Susan Brown, Operations Specialist
      Additional Contact Information

      Fax Numbers

      • (203) 234-6576
        Other Fax
      • (860) 685-8810
        Other Fax

      Phone Numbers

      Email Addresses

      Industry Tip

      BBB Tip: How to choose a new bank or credit union

      Customer Complaints

      1,713 Customer Complaints

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      Most Recent Customer Complaint

      04/06/2024

      Complaint Type:
      Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Resolved
      Im writing in regards to my citizens bank account. *** contacted them numerous times and did not get anywhere. I am beyond frustrated. I recently paid my bills on 4/1/24. The bills did not post to my account until 4/3/24 and 4/4/24. I had set up a transfer from my other bank account so that the money would be in my citizens account to cover those transactions. My account was in the negative for less than 24 hours before my transfer posted. I was charged 175$ in fees in which 4 of my bills were reversed. To be charged that amount is ridiculous especially if my transactions were reversed. The bank took my money that I had for bills. I just had to double up on my payments because citizens pretty much robbed me. My hours have been significantly reduced at work and I have very little money and the fact they could take that amount from me is just wrong. Not to mention I *** have to pay my creditors fees associated with the reversal. I was rebated 70$ in fees but was told that was all they could do. I still paid over 100$ in fees. Its sickening. Im praying my creditors dont charge me because of that. I cant afford it. I just want my money back. This is a horrible bank. Im beyond stressed. Its so unfair and not right. I really hope something can be done. I can understand if my account was in the negative for days but less then 24 hours. Give me a break please. I can barely afford the bills I have now never mind pay the bank over 100$ and now extra fees that *** be associated with the reversal.
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      Customer Reviews

      254 Customer Reviews

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      Most Recent Customer Review

      Mary F

      1 star

      04/17/2024

      It is totally disappointing the way this bank is heading. I have been a banking customer with ********************** since they were Charter One Bank. 30+ years now. They are closing all of the locations closest to my home/ work and on top of it they close the banks at 4 p.m. SO, what the h*** is someone who works till 5 as most of us do...suspose to do if you need to see a teller. I don't get a lunch hour and if I did it would take the entire hour to get to the bank, and return to work on time. Can't get in to see a living breathing individual anymore. I wanted to make an appointment with someone regarding a home loan pre approval for my son ... but, no one works anymore. SO Citizens will loose this business. COME ONE YOU SUITED IDIOTS making decisions to close the bank before 5 p.m. It is also a P.I.A. to call customer service regarding online banking. You wait on hold like 45 min to talk to someone you can't even understand or they don't or can't help you with your issues. This bank is going down the tubes fast. No customer service anymore. We as working full time Americans are now expected to do everyones jobs. I have a full time job already and I don't feel like doing the bankers jobs too. LEADERSHIP oh... sorry, there is non here. BANKING HOURS need to be at least until 5 or 6 p.m. if only at the drive thru - anything is better than what you have now. LONG TERM CUSTOMER DISGUSTED with the changes ********************** is making and treating their customers. Obviously they don't appreciate long term customers if they are now willing to change the banking hours - they will loose customers.

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