First Bank should not be presented as an independent banking offer for 2026. Intesa Sanpaolo announced completion of the acquisition on 31 May 2024 and completion of the integration on 3 November 2025. This page explains the change and points to the successor institution’s documents.
What the official sources confirm
Buying shares and integrating operations are different stages. The May 2024 announcement confirms the acquisition. The November 2025 announcement confirms integration with Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Romania following the approvals and registrations described by the group.
Already have a First Bank contract?
Start with the notice received from your bank and its official integration page. Check which institution administers the contract, the payment account and contact channels. Do not change a beneficiary or IBAN solely on the basis of an article or an unsolicited message.
For an upcoming instalment, ask the bank to confirm the instructions applicable to your contract. Your individual documents and notices matter; this article does not replace them.
Looking for a new loan?
Request a current Intesa Sanpaolo offer or compare active products. Historical First Bank rates, limits and fees do not represent today’s offer. Check APR, total payable, mandatory costs and conditions before applying.
We do not automatically substitute the Intesa Standard card: its official product page says it is not currently offered.
Correction to previously cited reports
GEO 50/2010 supports statements about consumer rights, not claims about bank performance or complaint counts.
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Compare active personal loans and read the consumer rights guide. For an existing contract, use the bank’s official channels.