There are plenty of things to take care of before, during and after deployment, but changing credit unions isn’t one of them. Service Credit Union is committed to serving military and Department of Defense personnel. Because of this, we have developed an array of products to meet your needs – wherever you are.
We offer mobile banking, so you have access to your accounts remotely via Internet banking or our 24-hour live-person contact center. Plus, there are more than 1,700 credit union branches worldwide to handle transactions on your Service Credit Union accounts. As part of today’s military, you must always be prepared for deployment. We understand how critical this is and stand ready to support you and your family through these difficult times.
Checking Accounts –You will need a checking account if you plan to write checks or use a debit card. Our STAR Program offers free checking and other special services for junior enlisted members. We also have free checking options, with no minimum balance, for our more senior military members. The SCU Visa Check Card is also free to all members and offers immediate 24/7 access to your funds on deposit with us. Plus, Service Credit Union's Early Payday Checking gives you access to your paycheck up to 2 days before everyone else. Just sign up for direct deposit and you’re automatically enrolled.
You can also open a separate checking account for your spouse (with you as joint owner) and fund this account through direct transfer from your primary Service Credit Union checking account or through an allotment from your military pay.
Worldwide Branches -Service Credit Union cooperates with hundreds of other credit unions around the world to offer you a network of credit union branches, called CU Service Centers. By using a CU Service Center, you will be able to perform transactions on your Service Credit Union accounts just as though you were inside a Service Credit Union Branch office. To find the CU Service Center nearest you click here.
Savings Accounts—Help you achieve your financial goals and be used for major purchases. If you have direct deposit, you can have a portion of your pay sent directly to your savings account.
ATM / Visa® DEBIT CARDS - Allow you to access your money through any ATM connected to Service Credit Union’s ATM network. Debit cards can also be used at millions of locations worldwide instead of cash or a check.
Automatic Bill Payments - Processed with a pre-authorized draft from your account. You can arrange to have your loan payment automatically deducted from your account.
Euro Bill Payments - Are processed just like automatic bill payments for your bills that need to be paid in Euro. Payments can be recurring or one-time.
Direct Deposit—It's the safest, quickest and most convenient way to receive your paycheck. You can be deployed to any part of the world, but having direct deposit will enable you and your family to have access to your funds.
Online Banking & Bill Pay—Our free service which allows you to pay bills and manage your accounts anytime from any computer with Internet access.
Post Deployment—Returning from deployment can be just as stressful as pre-deployment preparedness. Now is a good time to reassess your finances.
Short Term Savings Goals—Should include things as paying off credit card balance, saving fort down payment on a new car, or for a family vacation. If you’ve taken advantage of a government downrange savings plan, select the right Service Credit Union savings program to protect this excellent investment.
Long Term Savings Goals—May include saving for a home, saving for your child’s education, or retirement.
Service Credit Union's share accounts and share certificate accounts are designed to help you meet your goals.
Borrowing - Financing a car, home improvements, or education are easy through Service Credit Union. Returning Warriors get higher share certificate rates and lower loan rates.
To view a Financial Readiness Checklist click here.
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