CLOSED ACCOUNT AND BANK CLEARANCE

By lost_soul4love@... •
Is it necessary if you want to closed your account or withdraw all your moneys in bank for example Savings and Current to asked for a Bank Clearance?
Is it true that closing an account without asking for a clearance letter from the bank will accumulate penalties or charges in the future? Is this applicable also on personal account?
I heard from a friend that it's the same thing when you plan to close your credit cards to ask for this bank clearance.
I need your opinions and personal experience about this matter. Just for information..
It applies only on credit card