Military Friendly Checking

We are honored to serve the men and women who protect our freedom.
Free Premium Checking
We waive the monthly fee and pay dividends on your checking balance.
Debit card benefits
Get an Instant Issue card free of charge and cash in with our rewards program.
Rate advantages
Qualify for discounts on auto loans and higher earnings on Share Certificates.
Other perks
Enjoy safe deposit box discounts, free foreign ATM use, and more.

Your country thanks you. And we do, too.

Being active-duty military often means making sacrifices - frequent moves, time away from family, difficult deployments. At South Carolina Federal Credit Union, we feel it is time you were rewarded for your courage and commitment. By simply presenting your active-duty* military ID, you receive a Premium Checking account with a wide range of benefits.

  • Monthly Premium Checking fee waived.
  • Tiered dividend payments starting at $2,500.**
  • Premium Share Certificates available.
  • 0.50% APR*** discount on vehicle loan rates.
  • Debit Card uChoose Rewards program access to earn points every time you choose “credit” for purchases with your debit card.
  • Priority member service over the phone.
  • $20 per year discount on any size safe deposit box.
  • Free Instant issue debit card, with a variety of colors to choose from.
  • Free international ATM use (no charge from us - surcharges from ATM owner may apply).
From To Dividend Rate Annual Percentage Yield1
$2,500.00$9,999.99 0.05% 0.05%
$10,000.00or more0.10%0.10%
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      Print Transactions:

      • Select the type and dates of account activity that you could like to print within the "Transaction Details" box.
      • Click "Filter".
      • Click "File" in the upper left-hand corner of the screen (or press "Ctrl" a.nd "P" on your keyboard).
      • Click "Print" (default printer is automatically selected).

      *To view/print another date range, input desired date range in "Transaction Details" fields located directly above the transaction activity.

      Print Check Images:

      • Click on the account tile for the account you are looking for.
      • Click the check link that you want to print.
      • With the check images displayed, select "File," then "Print" from your browser's toolbar.
      • Select a printer, if needed.
      • Click the Print button to send the check images to the printer.

      First click on the account tile for the account you are looking for. Scroll down to view your Past Transactions; the check will display as a link, typically with the check number. Simply click the link to view images of the front and back of the check. Click the Close button at the bottom of the window when you are finished.

      You may also filter just check transactions by following these steps within Online Banking:

      • Click on the corresponding account tile.
      • Under the "Transaction Details" box, select "Checks" as the Type.
      • Select the dates that you wish to view.
      • Click "Filter".

      Please document or make a note of the details of your pending transactions, as you will not be able to tell within Online Banking until the transaction posts.

      • South Carolina Federal's routing (MICR) number is the string of characters that appears at the bottom left of your check (253278401).
      • To locate your account number:
        • The second set of numbers appear on the right side of the check.
        • To find your account in Online Banking, click on the corresponding account in Online Banking, then elect Account Information.
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      If your transaction was a deposit, it will have a "+" next to it. Your withdrawals will not have a symbol next to them.

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      Military benefits are valid for three years and can be renewed every three years by presenting military ID or proof of active duty service.

      **
      Refer to dividend rates page.
      ***
      Offer applies on external refinances only. Discount only available when payment is automatically deducted from Premium Checking.
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      Dividend Rates are accurate as of 4/7/2023. Rates are subject to change after account opening. Fees and withdrawals may reduce earnings on account.