Truist Bank’s main customer service number is 1-844-487-8478, available 24/7 for general banking, debit cards, ATM limit increases, and account questions. Truist was formed from the 2019 merger of BB&T and SunTrust Banks and operates about 2,000 branches across 18 states and Washington DC, concentrated in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic.

Truist Bank Customer Service Phone Numbers

Main Banking Lines

Service Phone Number Hours
General Banking 1-844-487-8478 24/7
Lost/Stolen Debit Card 1-844-487-8478 24/7
Fraud Department 1-844-487-8478 (say “fraud”) 24/7
TTY/TDD (hearing impaired) 1-800-835-9260 24/7

Specialized Departments

Department Phone Number Hours (ET)
Credit Cards 1-844-487-8478 (select credit card) 24/7
Mortgage Servicing 1-844-487-8478 (select mortgage) M–F 8 AM–8 PM, Sa 9 AM–1 PM
Home Equity 1-844-487-8478 M–F 8 AM–8 PM
Auto Loans 1-844-487-8478 M–F 8 AM–8 PM
Business Banking 1-844-487-8478 (say “business”) M–F 8 AM–8 PM
Truist Wealth / Premier 1-844-487-8478 M–F 8 AM–6 PM
International Callers 1-910-914-8250 24/7

How to Skip the Truist Phone Tree

  1. Call 1-844-487-8478
  2. Say “representative” at the first prompt — the system is voice-activated
  3. Or press 0 to request an operator
  4. Have ready: your Truist account number or debit card number and your Social Security number or PIN for identity verification
  5. Best call windows: Tuesday–Thursday, 9–11 AM ET; avoid Mondays and the 1st and 15th of each month (paydays create peak call volume)

For non-urgent matters, Truist’s secure online message center at truist.com typically responds within 1–2 business days.


What the Truist Main Line Can Help With

1-844-487-8478 (General Banking — 24/7)

  • Checking and savings account questions
  • Debit card lost, stolen, or blocked
  • ATM limit increases (temporary or permanent)
  • Dispute a debit card transaction
  • Transfer limit questions and wire requests
  • Minimum balance and fee waiver inquiries
  • Branch hours and ATM locator
  • Routing number confirmation
  • Overdraft grace period and Low Cash Mode questions

Alternatives to Calling Truist

Task How to Do It Without Calling
Dispute a transaction Truist app → select transaction → “Dispute”
Lock/unlock debit card Truist app → Card Controls
Set travel notice Truist app → Profile → Travel Notice
Check routing number Truist app → Account Details
Find branch or ATM truist.com/locations or Truist app
Send money via Zelle Truist app → Send Money
Check mobile deposit limits Truist app → Deposit
Enroll in e-statements Truist Online Banking → Statements (saves $3/month paper fee)

Note for Legacy BB&T and SunTrust Customers

If you were a BB&T or SunTrust customer before the Truist merger:

  • Legacy BB&T number (1-800-226-5228) → now redirects to 1-844-487-8478
  • Legacy SunTrust number (1-800-786-8787) → now redirects to 1-844-487-8478
  • All accounts were fully migrated to the Truist platform in 2022–2023
  • Update any saved contacts or records with the new number: 1-844-487-8478

Filing a Complaint About Truist Bank

If customer service does not resolve your issue:

  • CFPB: consumerfinance.gov/complaint — Truist must respond within 15 business days; complaint becomes a public record
  • OCC: 1-800-613-6743 — federal regulator of Truist Bank, N.A.
  • FDIC: 1-877-275-3342 — for deposit account concerns

See the full Truist guide for fees, ATM limits, and routing numbers by state.

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