Frequently Asked Questions

We will become ConnectOne Bank on June 2, 2025 at which point we will take on the ConnectOne Bank name and brand. and signage throughout all First National LI locations will be updated to reflect the new name.

Our banking systems will transition to ConnectOne Bank’s systems the weekend of June 13, 2025. Effective June 16, 2025, all clients will begin utilizing ConnectOne Bank platforms. You will receive a detailed mailer that walks you through the changes you’ll experience and the enhancements that will be available to you.

Expanded Network: Access to a broader retail network across metro New York, New Jersey, Hudson Valley, Long Island and South Florida.
Enhanced Technology Features: Enjoy new technology, including online account opening, cloud-based loan origination, and a modern escrow management solution.

Commercial Lending Solutions: Leverage our expanded expertise in commercial real estate, with a specialty in construction and development, SBA lending and franchise financing.

Access to over 55,000 ATMs nationwide.

You will be notified of any changes through official bank communication channels including email, online banking and physical mail. As always, your local branch representative is available to answer any questions you may have and support you through this transition.

Stay up-to-date on transition notifications by visiting www.fnbli.com/merger.

Account number changes will be minimal. Any changes to account numbers or terms and conditions will be communicated to you directly before they take effect via mail. Your new routing number will be 021213944.

Existing loans, mortgages, lines of credit and CDs will remain the same. Beginning on June 16, loan payments should be mailed to: ConnectOne Bank, P.O. Box 3390, New York, NY 100. Any changes or updates to these will be communicated to you directly before they take effect via mail.

Yes,an account transition is scheduled for the weekend of June 13 and will take effect June 16. After June 16th you’ll access ConnectOne Bank’s online and mobile tools. Stay up-to-date on transition notifications by visiting www.fnbli.com/merger.

You can continue to use the same contact numbers you are accustomed to. Effective June 16, Enjoy expanded access to our Client Connection Center with local team members and 24/7 access, which will take effect June 16. Stay up-to-date on transition notifications by visiting www.fnbli.com/merger.

Yes, your FDIC insurance coverage will remain the same. IntraFi ICS clients will not be impacted. Any changes will be communicated well in advance, if necessary.

If you have deposit accounts at First National Bank LI and ConnectOne Bank, deposits will continue to be insured separately for up to six months after the system transition. Time deposits (CDs) that mature after the six-month grace period remain separately insured until they mature.

The transition is scheduled for the weekend of June 13. We will provide detailed updates and anticipated downtime at fnbli.com/merger.

• You will experience limited access between June 13- June 15th in support of the transition.

• On June 16th, you’ll be able to access your accounts through ConnectOne Bank’s online and mobile banking portals

• You can continue to use your 1N debit card until 7AM on June 16th

• Our team will be available to you over the weekend to support any of your banking needs.