Membership Eligibility
Credit Union of Richmond is a full-service credit union that has been serving the community of Richmond, Virginia since 1923. Our goal is to help our members achieve their financial dreams by offering personalized services, resources, tools, and education to make informed financial decisions.
What is a Credit Union?
Credit unions are financial institutions that offer similar products to banks. However, unlike banks which are for profit, credit unions are a member-owned cooperative that generally offers better rates and lower fees.
Why should I choose a Credit Union?
Credit Unions VS Banks
| Credit Unions |
Banks |
| Must be eligible to join |
Anyone |
| Not-for-profit |
For profit |
| Member owned |
Owned by the stockholders (no votes for customers) |
| Fewer to no fees |
Fee driven |
| Access to over 5,000 share branches |
Can only do transactions at their bank locations |
| Member driven |
Shareholder driven |
Our Benefits
We offer many benefits such as:
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ATMs and Shared Branch Network
Access to over 40,000 surcharge free ATMs. Plus access to 5,000 Shared Branches nationwide
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Rates
Better rates on loans & typically higher yields on savings
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Security & Convenience
Access your account securely and conveniently wherever you go
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Payment Options
Flexible payment options with Zelle® and Apple Pay
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Services
Discount movie tickets, notary services and cashier’s checks
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Exceptional Service
Exceptional and local service located in the Richmond area
Membership Eligibility
You are eligible to join Credit Union of Richmond if you live, work, worship, volunteer or attend school in these localities:
- Amelia
- Charles City
- Chesterfield
- Dinwiddie
- Goochland
- Hanover
- Henrico
- King William
- King and Queen
- New Kent
- Powhatan
- Prince George
- Sussex
- City of Richmond
- Petersburg
- Hopewell
- Colonial Heights
Eligible Family
Immediate family relations of current members are eligible to join, including:
- Spouse
- Parents
- Siblings
- Children
- Adopted Children
- Step Relations (i.e. step children)
- Grandparents
- Grandchildren
Additional Eligibility
- Spouses of persons who died while within the field of membership of this credit union
- Employees of this credit union
- Volunteers within the above localities
What you will need to join
- Social Security Number
- Driver’s license or government ID
- Current home address
- A $5 deposit for your savings account
Join Now
If you are ready to make us your primary financial institution, you can join in 3 easy steps.
Come into the branch
Simply come in to our branch and bring a government-issued photo identification.
Make a deposit to the account
Deposit $5 into your membership savings to establish the account
Enjoy the benefits
Once you become a member you can take advantage of all of our benefits such as low greats and excellent member service!