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Start earning dividends1 when you open an Affinity MoreChecking account.
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Choose Affinity for your checking needs.

We are a not-for-profit organization that exists to serve our members. We are owned by our members and operate to promote their wellbeing by returning profits back to them in the form of reduced fees, higher savings rates, and lower loan rates. Additionally, as a financial cooperative, our members are also part owners, and each of them have a vote in the management of the credit union. We provide a safe place to save and borrow at reasonable rates, offer ongoing financial education to our members, and volunteer our time and resources to give back to our local communities.

SO MUCH MORE THAN BASIC CHECKING

Earn 0.05% APY on your checking account balance1

Start earning dividends on your MoreChecking account when you maintain a $1,000 minimum daily balance1.

Get access to over 30,000 fee-free ATMs2

Plus unlimited check writing and withdrawals, and no-fee checking when you sign up for eStatements3.

Get paid up to 2 days sooner4 with direct deposit

Get paid up to 2 days early when you set up direct deposit for your MoreChecking banking account.

MoreChecking Debit Card
The Affinity MoreChecking Debit Card is FREE with your checking account

Don't want to search your pockets for cash? Use your Visa® Debit Access Card for everyday purchases instead – plus, get easy, no-fee access to your MoreChecking account at more than 30,000 ATMs nationwide.

  • Use it to pay in millions of locations that accept VISA debit
  • Contactless debit cards, so you'll spend less time at the store and more time on what matters
  • Continuous fraud monitoring and Visa's Zero Liability Policy5 protect you from fraudulent charges

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Paying Without Plastic, Securely


Tap to Pay® or put your card in your digital wallet to use with Apple Pay™, Google Pay™ or Samsung Pay™.

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SOMETIMES MONEY GETS TIGHT

That's why we offer members four layers of overdraft and payment protection.

HOW TO OPEN YOUR AFFINITY MORECHECKING ACCOUNT

1
Join Affinity!
Our savings accounts, debit cards, and other services are for members only. Joining is easy: Join online or call us at 800.213.5003.
2
Apply for a MoreChecking Account
Get started on your application online, in-branch or over the phone—click here to view all details.
3
Set Up Direct Deposit
When you’re ready to move your direct deposit to your new Affinity account, simply provide your checking account number and our routing number (221283512) to your Payroll Department.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

General questions
What is a checking account?

It's an account with a financial institution, like a bank or credit union, that lets you deposit money and access it in various ways to help you manage your day-to-day financial life. With a checking account, you can write checks, make transactions at the ATM, make online and mobile transfers, pay bills and more.

What is a checking account used for?

A checking account is typically used to deposit, hold and access money needed for daily and recurring expenses. So, for example, you may deposit your paycheck into your checking account and then use that money to pay your mortgage or rent, get cash for daily expenses, pay bills, and buy groceries.

What are dividends?

Since Affinity Federal Credit Union members are actually shareholders, they receive a distribution of earnings (or dividends) in return for investing in or saving with the credit union.

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What types of checking accounts does Affinity offer?

Affinity offers two checking accounts, Affinity Cash Back Debit and MoreChecking. No matter which checking account you choose, you'll always have convenient access to your money and great benefits.

What is the difference between the Affinity Cash Back Debit and Affinity MoreChecking account?

Affinity Cash Back Debit has no minimum deposit and no minimum balance requirements, and you'll earn 1% cash back on debit card purchases. MoreChecking requires a minimum balance of $1,000 and earns dividends.

What are the requirements for opening an Affinity checking account?

For checking products, the primary applicant must be age 13 or older. We would also review each applicant's ChexSystems Consumer Disclosure to determine eligibility for membership and/or checking products.

Is the number on my Affinity MoreChecking debit card the same as my checking account number?

No. Your debit card has its own number, and is linked to your checking account, which has a different number. Your checks will show the account number at the bottom, as well as the routing number for Affinity Federal Credit Union (221283512).

How do I move my direct deposit paycheck to Affinity?

When you're ready to move your direct deposit to your new Affinity account, simply provide your checking account number and our routing number (221283512) to your Payroll Department.

How can I avoid overdrawing my account?

We have you covered with overdraft protection options designed to help when there is not enough money in your account to cover a transaction. Learn more about Affinity Standard Courtesy Pay, Debit Card Courtesy Pay, Overdraft Protection Plan and Overdraft Line of Credit.

Can I use my Affinity Cash Back Debit Card for mobile payments?

Yes. You can add your card to your mobile wallet to pay with Google Pay™, Apple Pay™ and Samsung Pay™.

Join Affinity Federal Credit Union
How do I join Affinity?

Almost anyone can be eligible for membership! We have relationships with over 2,000 businesses, associations and clubs, and you can join Affinity through your association with one of them.

If you are not eligible through one of these paths, you have the option to join by making a one-time $5 donation to the Affinity Foundation whose vision is to end the cycle of poverty for those we serve.

What is the fee to join?

With Affinity you are more than a member, you are part owner. Affinity is owned and controlled by members who use its services.

This ownership happens when you establish your $5 membership account, which gives you one par value share in Affinity. This is not a transactional account, and these funds will not earn dividends. The account must remain open and funded with the $5 during your membership with Affinity.

Where is the closest branch location?

Our digital tools, such as the Affinity Mobile Banking App and Online Banking, make it easy to manage your account and deposit checks right from your phone. You can also view our branches, shared branching locations and ATMs by visiting Affinity locations.

What is the difference between a credit union and a bank?

Credit unions, unlike banks, are based on a cooperative or "co-op" model in which the members are also the owners. This is the biggest difference between credit unions and banks. While a bank is a for-profit company that distributes profits among shareholders or individual owners, a credit union is a not-for-profit institution "owned" by its members. Therefore, you can think of credit union membership as buying a stake in an organization rather than paying somebody else in exchange for services. Learn more.