Is Regulation D gone?
Robert Guerrero
Updated on April 04, 2026
Similarly, it is asked, is Regulation D suspended?
In April of 2020, the Federal Reserve Board eliminated the Regulation D transaction limit of six (6) per month on convenient transfers and withdrawals from Savings Accounts.
Additionally, what is Regulation D in banking? Federal Reserve Board Regulation D is a federal law that says you can't make more than six withdrawals or transfers per month out of your savings account. The same rules also apply to money market accounts. You may never have noticed this regulation because you probably try not to touch your savings too often.
Likewise, is Regulation D change permanent?
According to the FAQ, the “Board does not have plans to re-impose transfer limits.” Although there may be changes, the Reg D change is considered permanent. It's important to note that banks and credit unions are not required to make changes. They are free to maintain their old withdrawal limit rules.
How do I get around Regulation D?
- Transfers and withdrawals made in person at the bank.
- Withdrawals and transfers requested by mail.
- ATM withdrawals and transfers.
- Transfers and withdrawals initiated by telephone, where the withdrawal gets disbursed as a check and mailed to the depositor.