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Borrow from the Federal Reserve's Discount Window
Depository institutions have a safety net that provides funding and liquidity, even if they never need it.
The Federal Reserve's Discount Window is a source of temporary funding available to depository institutions regardless of whether they have a Federal Reserve account or are a member.
Test Your Access
Institutions are encouraged to periodically test their ability to borrow at the Discount Window to ensure there are no complications. If your institution already has the Discount Window in your plans, you can easily complete a test by calling the Credit Risk Management Department at 1-800-333-2987 and requesting a small, one-day loan.
Learn About Federal Reserve Lending Programs
- Types of Federal Reserve Credit
- Mechanics of Borrowing
- Regulation A, Extensions of Credit by Federal Reserve Banks
- Operating Circular #10, Lending
- Downloadable Lending Agreements
- Interest Rate Information
Use Primary Credit for Short-Term Borrowing
- Overview
- Terms and Features
- Eligibility
- Test Access to the Discount Window for Contingency/Liquidity Purposes
Use Seasonal Credit for Long-Term Borrowing
Pledge Collateral to the Federal Reserve
Contact Us
Call (800) 333-2987 or e-mail credit@kc.frb.org.
Mailing address:
Credit and Risk Management Department
Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City
1 Memorial Drive
Kansas City, Missouri 64198
For more information, please visit the Federal Reserve System Discount Window website.