Etrade.com Locked account & can't get funds out Alexandria Virginia

I have been with etrade for ten years. I am not happy, but I know of no discount brokerage that goes by the golden rule like they did in the good old days. So that's why I've stayed. In your case, it well could have been that the bank doesn't know you. It appears you did not open a stock brokerage, option, whatever, account. One time, upon the recommendation of one of the brokers on the toll-free line, I transferred funds that I wanted to withdraw by opening an Etrade bank account and placing the funds in there. Then, I couldn't get them wired to where I had to wire. I called, and a representative said we need a fax of your name, account number, passport photograph: all the usual. So I did and my wire was authrized. I was even allowed to wire all, transfer the couple dollars left over back, and close the account. The wire fee is 25, which is half of what my bank was charging. If you call back and ask what they need; ask for their fax number; call back to confirm receipt - you may have no problem. Best wishes.