Free Checking With USAA Bank
Apply for a checking account today with as little as $25 and get these features.
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No Monthly Service Fees
You won't pay any monthly service fees, regardless of how you use your account.
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ATM Access
Access to more than 60,000 USAA-preferred ATMs nationwide. Plus, if you have to use another ATM, we'll refund up to $15 in other banks' ATM fees per month.See note1
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No Minimum Balance
It's only $25 to open an account. After that, you won't need to keep a minimum balance.
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Overdraft Protection
Use your USAA SavingsSee note2 or credit cardSee note3 account to protect yourself from overdraft fees.
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Industry-Leading SecuritySee note4
Help keep your account information safe with biometrics, Quick Logon and CyberCode Texts.
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Benefits for New Recruits
Get a prefilled 1199A and get paid a day early.See note5 Plus, new recruits don't need an opening deposit.
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Easy Access to Cash
Our network of USAA ATMs make it easy to get money near home or on the go.
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Switching to USAA Bank Is Simple
It's easy to set up your account with direct deposit, automatic bill payments and more.
Find Out HowSwitch to USAA Bank
It's easy. Once you open a USAA account, we'll help you:
1. Move Direct Deposit
We know it's a pain to move direct deposits but don't worry, we'll walk you through switching.
2. Transfer Your Funds
Set up a non-USAA account to be available for transferring funds into this account. Once verified, you can start using the account.See noteSee note a
3. Move Bill Payment
Why log on to multiple websites to pay your bills? With USAA Web BillPay, you can set up one-time bill payments or even automatic payments to recurring payees. We'll pay your bills on time electronically or by mail — guaranteed.See noteSee note b
4. Setup Account Alerts
Want to know right away when your account balance is low or a large purchase is made? What about when a deposit comes in or a check clears? We can send you alerts by text message or email. Just let us know which alerts you want and how often to send them.
a. Process to verify external accounts may take up to three days.
b. Guarantee covers up to $50 in fees you incur if properly scheduled payments are not paid in time.



