Frequently Asked Questions

How do I buy shares of Westamerica Bancorporation shares?
To buy Westamerica shares, you need to go through a broker.

How do I order an annual report?
Westamerica Bancorporation will provide its shareholders, without charge, a copy of its 2002 Annual Report and/or Form 10-K, including the financial statements and schedules thereto, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Requests for copies of this annual report should be directed to:
Office of Investor Relations A-2B
Westamerica Bancorporation, Post Office Box 1250, Suisun City, CA 94585-1250, (707) 863-6992, E-mail: investments@westamerica.com

How can I find the current stock price for Westamerica Bancorporation (WABC)?
WABC's current stock price is available on NASDAQ. (Price reflects a minimum 15-minute delay.)

Where do I get more detailed information about WABC's financial performance over the last quarter?
Summaries of our Quarterly Financial Reports can be found on our Financial Reports page. The reports are downloadable into a pdf format for printing. There are also links to our SEC Edgar Filings for more detailed financial information.

Do you have a dividend reinvestment plan?
Yes, we do have a dividend reinvestment plan for existing Westamerica Bancorporation shareholders. To order set-up materials for automatic dividend reinvestment, call Computershare Investor Services LLC, toll-free at 1-877-588-4258.

How do I transfer WABC stock?
This depends on your situation. Please call Computershare Investor Services LLC, toll-free at 1-877-588-4258.

How can I find out what analysts say about Westamerica?
Click on the "Stock Quote" icon above. This will link you to Nasdaq and information on Westamerica's current stock price. At the bottom of the page are links to information specifically about Westamerica, including analyst information. The statements and data contained on the analysts' reports were not prepared or adopted by Westamerica Bancorporation, and they may be incorrect or incomplete.

I've lost my shares. How do I replace them?
For help, call Computershare Investor Services LLC, toll-free at 1-877-588-4258.

I need to know the cost basis for shares of Westamerica Bancorporation stock bought over a period of years. How can I find out what each share cost?
Shareholder relations may be able to provide some helpful information if you have the purchase date of each acquisition of WABC shares. Call (707) 863-6809. If your purchases were made through a broker, you should contact your broker.

I have a Westamerica Bancorporation stock certificate, and I don't know when the stock was purchased. How do I find out?
Computershare Investor Services LLC may be able to provide some helpful information if you have the purchase date of each acquisition of WABC shares. Have your certificate number available, and call toll-free 1-877-588-4258. If your purchases were made through a broker, you should contact your broker.

Where can I learn about WABC's dividends and earnings?
WABC's quarterly dividends and earnings are available on our Financial Reports page.