Open a Citibank checking relationship to get up to 30,000 ThankYou points, redeemable for $300 in gift cards. To qualify, you must:

• Open a new Citibank checking account in The Citigold, Citibank or Basic Banking Account Package by 10/31/12.
• Within 45 days after account opening, enroll the new checking account in Citi ThankYou Rewards AND
• Complete one direct deposit AND complete one qualifying bill payment for two consecutive months.

Account can be opened online, at your local branch, or by phone. If applying by phone (1-800-349-9712), mention promotional code CZV5. Qualifying bill payments are those using Citibank Online, Citi Mobile or CitiPhone Banking. Transfers do not qualify.

Only the Citigold Account Package will get you 30,000 ThankYou Points, redeemable for up to $300 in gift cards. Both the Citibank Account Package and Basic Banking Package can get you up to 10,000 ThankYou Points ($100 in gift cards). As usual, this offer is available for new checking customers only who have not received a bonus award within the past two years.