Typically if one bank account owner dies, the surviving owner gets sole control of the account. IntroductionOpening a joint bank account is different from opening up an individual bank account. Both owners have full access to a bank account, and joint bank account rules also dictate specific actions if one owner dies. Rights of survivorshipWhen you're opening up a new bank account, you'll receive a bank account agreement that lists the bank's conditions and rules. A joint bank account beneficiary can't set up direct deposits, make withdrawals, or view your bank account when you're alive.

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