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Free Plus Interest Checking

At PFCU, when we say “free checking,” we mean free checking. 

  • No minimum balance 
  • No monthly maintenance fees
  • Free Online Banking and mobile banking
  • Worldwide access to 120,000+ surcharge-free ATMs
  • Free Visa Debit Card 

Visa Debit Card

Your free PFCU Debit Visa Card comes with valuable benefits.

  • Access to 120,000+ surcharge-Free ATMs worldwide
  • $500,00 travel & accident insurance
  • Free balance transfers

PFCU Refresh Checking Account

Features & Benefits

  • Reset your finances with a low monthly fee of $8.95.
  • Minimum opening balance of $25 and maintain $5 in savings
  • Free Online Banking and mobile banking
  • Worldwide access to 120,000+ surcharge-free ATMs
  • Free Visa Debit Card 
  • Free Financial Wellness counseling and education

Who’s It For

If you are unable to open a standard account due to past credit or banking history, the  PFCU Refresh Checking account can help you get back moving in the right direction. If you’re successful with this account over a 12-month period, we’d be delighted to switch your account to the Free Plus Interest Checking Account.

How Does Refresh Checking Work

Refresh Checking works like any other checking account – you can pay bills, get cash, and make deposits anywhere, anytime. Opening this second-chance account and signing up for free eStatements and free direct deposits is a great way to boost your credit and banking history.

How to apply

You can apply for the PFCU Refresh Checking in-person at any of our local branches. Or simply log in to Online Banking and select Account Information from tabbed options. Click on “Open a New Checking Account”. Select “Refresh Checking”.

Compare PFCU Checking Accounts

CompareFree Plus InterestRefresh
Monthly maintenance fee$0$8.95
Minimum opening balance$0$25
Minimum savings amount$0$5
Free Online Banking and mobile banking
120,000+ surcharge-free ATMs worldwide
Free Visa Debit Card
Free Financial Wellness counseling and education

Frequently Asked Questions

If you are already a member, you can open a new Checking and Savings account through Online Banking or the Mobile App, by going to More Services in the dashboard and then clicking Open a Share.

If you are not a member, head to our Become a Member page where you can learn more and fill out an application form.

There is a minimum deposit of $20 required to open a checking account.

There is no minimum deposit that you must make into your checking account each month.

For more information on fees associated with our savings and checking accounts see our Fee Schedule.

You can re-order your checks online through our check partner Harland Clarke!


You can also contact Member Care at 503-215-6090 or 888-849-5189 (toll-free) to make your first check order. 

There are 3 ways you can find your account number:

1. Online Banking or Mobile Banking

  • Log Into Online Banking or the Mobile Banking App.
  • Select “More Services” from the main menu dashboard.
  • Then select “Routing & Account Numbers.” 
    • To reveal your full account number, you may need to click the toggle above the account name.

2. Bank statements (paper or electronic)

Your account number is listed as “Member Number” on the upper right of your monthly paper or eStatements. This information is only available on statements from October 2023 or newer.

3. Checkbook

The middle section of the bottom row of numbers contains your account number. View the check image below for an example.

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Need more information?

Connect with a PFCU Member Consultant, by scheduling an appointment, video chat, email, or phone.

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Providence FCU doesn’t warrant, guarantee or insure any products or services offered by participating merchants. The Credit Union is federally insured by the National Credit Union Administration. Credit Union membership is required before utilizing any product and/or service by establishing a savings account with $5.00. Must be at least 18 years to open a checking account.

*A $500.00 average daily balance is required to earn monthly dividends. Click here for current Savings Rates.

**This is a second-chance checking account. The monthly fee is $8.95 and requires direct deposit and eStatements. If there are no NSFs or Overdraft for 12 consecutive months since account opening, please contact the Credit Unon to switch the account to the Free Plus Interest Checking Account. Congrats!

***Our Mobile Banking app is free, but standard rates and fees may apply from your wireless carrier. App store is a service mark of Apple Inc. Android is a trademark of Google Inc. Standard wireless carrier data rates and fees may apply; check with your carrier for more information.

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