Union Bank Bank Freely™ Checking Account

With Bank Freely, you'll receive:

  • Union Bank® Debit Mastercard,
  • free monthly statements,
  • no Union-Bank ATM fees worldwide, and more!

securely on the bank's website

With Union Bank's Bank Freely, you'll actually be able to do some banking completely free of charge! 

Unlike many other banks, Union Bank won't charge you a single dollar when using an out-of-network ATM - regardless of your location! On the other hand, other ATM owners may still charge you a fee, but, in that case, Union Bank will reimburse you - up to 2 times per month, which isn't that bad, is it?

In addition to plenty online and mobile banking tools Union Bank offers you free of charge, you can also use Automated Telephone Banking 24/7 to:

  • receive account information,
  • transfer funds,
  • place stop payments,
  • order checks,
  • notify Union Bank of a change of address,
  • activate your debit card,
  • report or replace a lost or stolen ATM card or debit card,
  • change your card or Telephone Banking PIN,
  • inquire about loan balances and obtain payoff information,
  • order copies of checks, deposits, and statements.

You can also speak with a Union Bank representative Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Saturday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time), except federal holidays.

Plus, with Union Bank Express Banking kiosks scattered across several U.S. locations, you'll also be able to do some banking tasks on your own, without having to wait in line to withdraw cash or check your balance if you're in a hurry but unable to access your account through Online or Mobile Banking (especially if there's no Internet or safe network available). These kiosks are self-service banking solutions, but if you still happen to need assistance, there will always be a Union Bank representative to help you.

With the Union Bank Bank Freely Checking, you'll also receive a free debit card you can use anywhere Mastercard is accepted, and also link it to a digital wallet to make secure online and in-store payments. That said, this debit card comes with no rewards points or cashback. If interested, you can check out Union Bank's credit card offers, some of which do come with rewards.

Since the Bank Freely Checking has everything you need to bank at your convenience, we think it's a fairly good checking account deal, if all you need is a basic checking account. No interest, no rewards, no premium features. Just simple banking.

Checking account details

Checking account fees

  • Monthly Fee
    $0
  • APY
    0.00%
  • Minimum Deposit to Open
    >$0
  • Out-of-Network ATM Transaction Fee
    $2
  • Out-of-Network ATM Withdrawal Fee
    $02
  • Overdraft Fee
    $33
  • Non-Sufficient Funds Fee
    $33
  • Foreign Transaction Fee
    2%

Union Bank Bank Freely™ Checking Account FAQ

1. Can I open a Union Bank Bank Freely Checking online?

No, in order to open a Union Bank Bank Freely Checking Account, you need to visit your local branch. To find a Union Bank branch in your area, use their branch locator.

2. How does Deposit Overdraft Protection work?

With Deposit Overdraft Protection, you may avoid overdrawing your account if you link your eligible checking, savings, or money market account to your Bank Freely checking account. In case you don't have enough funds in your checking account to cover a transactions, money will be automatically pulled from your linked account, and moved to your Bank Freely checking account, so you don't incur any penalty fees. Deposit Overdraft Protection covers checks, ATM withdrawals, debit card purchases, automatic/recurring debits, and online bill payments.

This overdraft protection services comes with no annual fees, but there's a $10 per day transfer fee. You need to enroll all your accounts in order to benefit from Deposit Overdraft Protection.

3. How can I order checks with Union Bank?

You can order checks with Union Bank:

  • Online: at deluxe.com to place an order, view your order history, verify the order status, change check designs, and more.
  • By phone: call 1-800-238-4486 to order checks or make address and name changes.
  • At a Union Bank branch: visit your nearest Union Bank branch to order new checks, reorder checks, make address or name changes, and more. 
4. What is Union Bank® Express Banking?

Union Bank Express Banking are self-service banking kiosks available in select Union Bank branches in San Diego, Northern, Central, and Southern California areas.

You can enjoy the convenience and flexibility of these kiosks to:

  • withdraw and change bills,
  • deposit cash and up to 30 checks per transaction,
  • cash checks,
  • transfer funds between your checking, savings, and money market accounts,
  • make balance inquiries,
  • email receipts,
  • view your credit card details.
5. What can I use Union Bank Online Banking for?

With Union Bank Online Banking, you'll be able to access and manage your checking account whenever you want. There are many tasks you can complete from the comfort of your home, using your computer or mobile device. For example, you can pay bills, transfer money between Union Bank accounts or external accounts, set up account alerts, manage your Union Bank debit card, and monitor your account. You can modify your personal information, view account information, such as balance, history, statements, paid checks, deposited checks, and check slips. You can also find a Union Bank ATM or branch nearby, and much more.

The best of all is that is totally free and safe, as long as you log in to your Union Bank Online Banking account through a secure network, using a strong password you'll keep strictly to yourself, and never disclosing your bank account information to anyone.

6. What is Online Bill Pay?

Online Bill Pay is a digital payment service most banks and credit unions offer for free. This service allows you to easily manage and make payments from your online bank account. In addition to paying bills, you'll be able to pay any individual, business or merchant located in the United States.

The feature is available when you log in to your bank account using your computer or mobile device. With Online Bill Pay, you can set up one-time, recurring or same-day payments, view your eBills (if enrolled), manage payees, and view payment history.

7. What features are available through Union Bank Mobile Banking?

If you want to bank on the go, using the Union Bank Mobile Banking app, you'll be able to:

  • view your account balance and transaction history,
  • deposit checks,
  • transfer money between your Union Bank accounts, as well as your external accounts,
  • pay bills, and schedule payments,
  • send money to friends, and family,
  • locate Union Bank ATMs and branches, and more!
8. Do I need to be enrolled in Union Bank Online Banking to use Mobile Banking?

Yes, you'll need to enroll in Online Banking first, prior to being able to use Union Bank's mobile banking app. Once enrolled, all you need to do is download the Union Bank Mobile Banking app from either the App Store or Google Play.

9. What is the Union Bank routing number?

The Union Bank routing numberfor wire transfers and for setting up direct deposit to your Union Bank account is 122000496. If you are ordering checks, the routing number will depend on the branch where your account was opened.

Check Processing:

  • California: 122000496
  • Oregon: 123000068
  • Washington: 125000118

Wires:

  • Fed Routing Number: 122000496
  • International Wire Payments (SWIFT Code): BOFCUS33MPK
10. Are my funds safe with Union Bank?

Yes, your deposits are FDIC-insured on up to $250,000. This means that, in case Union Bank fails, FDIC insurance will cover all your deposit accounts, up to the insurance limit, including principal, and any accrued interest through the date of the bank's closing.

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