Checking Made Simple: Designed to Make Life Easier
It’s got everything you need in a basic checking account. Our basic checking account is an amazing value, packed with great features that work together to make your life easier!
- No monthly service fee
- Overdraft and Courtesy Pay service available after 30 days
- Free Online Banking, Bill Pay*, Mobile Banking, Mobile Deposit, Text Banking, and automated telephone banking with CRCU Touch Tone Teller
- Free debit card and free starter checks available at account opening
- Unlimited debit card, CRCU ATM, and point-of-sale transactions
- Access to 55,000 surcharge-free ATMs, plus unlimited ATM withdrawals
- Unlimited free check writing
- Order checks
- $5 minimum deposit to open account
- Direct deposit available
- Overdraft and Courtesy Pay service available after 30 days
- Monthly eStatements*delivered to your inbox
- Federally insured up to $250,000 by NCUA
- Enroll in free Swipe&Save feature
- Members over 55 will be automatically switched to a Senior Free Checking and will receive the following benefits:
- FREE Cashier’s Checks
- FREE Money Orders
Mobile Banking
Download the CRCU’s Mobile Banking app to access your account anywhere, anytime!
Overdraft Protection
We understand life happens. If you overdraft your account and have Overdraft Protection set up you can have funds from your savings or line of credit transfer over. Sign up today!
CRCU Mastercard Debit Card
Use your debit card anywhere that Mastercard® cards are accepted. Plus, get cash at thousands of surcharge-free ATMs through the All-Point network.
Online Banking
CRCU Online Banking let you transfer money, review transaction history, set up account alerts, deposit checks, and more. Enroll today!
Free atm network
Get the money you need anytime, anywhere with access to over 30,000 surcharge free ATMs across the U.S.
Direct Deposit
Have your paychecks – or any recurring checks – deposited right into your CRCU checking or savings account with Direct Deposit.
order checks
Order checks online or order over the telephone 24/7 by calling 800-275-1053. You'll need the CRCU routing & transit number, 313077513, and your account number.
Become a CRCU Member
Join our happy family today! Applying for membership couldn’t be easier.
- A wide field of membership
- Easy online application
- Access to exclusive benefits and discounts
Order Checks
When you need to order or reorder checks online, we utilize a trusted provider - Harland Clarke. From personal checks to business checks, including safety checks and security checks, Harland Clarke provides the styles and accessories you're looking for.
Prefer to Call?
You can also order over the telephone 24/7 by calling 800-275-1053. You'll need the CRCU routing & transit number, 313077513, and your account number.
*Members that receive paper statements will be assessed a $2.00 fee for each mailing.
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How much should you be keeping in your checking account? Too little and you could be in trouble. Too much and you lose interest earnings. We can help you figure it out!
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*Requires a minimum of one online bill pay transaction per 30 day period in order to be considered active, and to avoid the bill pay monthly service charge of $3.95. The bill pay service charge only applies to those accounts currently subscribing for the bill pay service that are deemed inactive.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
May I have more than one basic checking account?
Yes!
What minimum deposit is required to open the account?
We require a $5 minimum opening deposit.
Is there a monthly fee?
No, there is no monthly service fee.
What is the routing number?
313077513
What is the hold policy?
See our Funds Availability Policy Disclosure.