KUALA LUMPUR: MBSB Bank Bhd will temporarily close 15 of its branches during the Movement Control Order (MCO) period with effect from Wednesday.

The banking group said on Tuesday the closure of these branches was to reduce the risks of exposure to Covid-19 amongst its customers and employees.

“The remaining 31 branches opened will be able to support the temporary closure of the identified 15 branches. These branches will reopen once the MCO ends on March 31, ” it said.

It advised customers are advised to visit the branch nearest to the ones closed to perform their banking transactions.

“However, account opening services remain temporarily suspended to avoid close contact. Customers are also highly encouraged and advised to use the bank’s self-service banking or M Journey online banking, to conduct transactions, ” it said.

MBSB Bank assured its customers and the public at large that there will be no disruptions to any of its services it put in place a sound business continuity plan to ensure the smooth functioning of its operations.