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All branches and contact centers will be closed on Friday, June, 19, 2026, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. Online banking and mobile banking are available 24/7. We will resume normal business hours on the next business day.

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CREDIT CARDS

MCU Signature Visa®

MCU Visa® Signature

Get 1.5 points for every dollar spent on eligible net purchases with our MCU Visa® Signature credit card.

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HERO SAVINGS

Earn Up to 0.05% APY*

Save and conquer financial goals with rates fit for a Hero.
*APY = Annual Percentage Yield. The disclosed Dividend Rates and Annual Percentage Yields are accurate as of the last dividend declaration date. Rates and Terms are subject to change without notice. For more details, see our Rates page.
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Open an Account with Just a Penny, and Start Earning a Great APY* Right Away.

Saving for your dream vacation? Putting away money for retirement? Just need a savings account to keep your money in the smartest place possible?

MCU gives you simple, reliable banking you can count on.

*APY = Annual Percentage Yield. **Co-Op Network surcharge-free ATMs must show CO-OP ATM logo. ATM transactions made outside of MCU ATM network or CO-OP ATM Network may be subject to fees. Please visit our online ATM Locator for a list of surcharge-free ATMs.

Features & Benefits

  • No Minimum Balance Fee
  • MCU Visa® Debit Card
  • Convenient Access to 33,000 Fee-Free ATMs** Nationwide
  • Manage Your Money On-the-Go with Digital Banking
  • Get Paid Up to 2 Days Early+ with Direct Deposit
  • Accounts Insured by the National Credit Union Administration

MCU Visa® Debit Card

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Receive a MCU VISA® Debit Card^ when you open a Hero Savings Account.
  • Digital Wallet Ready
  • Tap to Pay - Secure, Convenient, Touch-Free
  • Fraud Monitoring

Today's Rates

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Hero Savings

$50,000 and Over

0.05 %

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Hero Savings

$4,000 - $49,999.99

0.05 %

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Hero Savings

$1,000 - $3,999.99

0.01 %

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Hero Savings

$500 - $999.99

0.01 %

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APY = Annual Percentage Yield (OPEN TO READ MORE)

1Minimum Opening Deposit is $0.01, funded by MCU.

+Early Pay disclosure
Two-day early access to direct deposit funds is based on when notification from the payroll provider regarding upcoming payment is received. This notification generally arrives up to two days before the scheduled payment date; however, actual timing will vary and may affect when funds are posted to the member’s account.
^Debit Card disclosure
The debit card is the property of Municipal Credit Union (MCU) pursuant to a license from VISA U.S.A Inc. By using this card, members agree to the terms and conditions of the MCU Cardholder Agreement provided at account opening, including any future amendments.

Banking That’s Always by Your Side

Digital Banking and the NYMCU Mobile Banking App make it easy to achieve your financial goals with helpful tools.

With easy-to-use features, you can ensure your goals are met while managing your finances conveniently from anywhere.
Download the Mobile Banking App

Save Time with Mobile Deposits

With MCU's mobile deposit feature, depositing a check is as easy as snapping a photo on your phone. Just take a picture of your check, upload it using the NYMCU Mobile App, and you're done!

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Live, work, worship or study in NYC?

Because we get NYers more, you'll have access to competitive rates, personalized support, and financial education - so you can get more out of NYC.
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