Go Checking
Give your money a little more momentum.
Go Checking 101
With no monthly service fee, no monthly minimum balance requirement, and only $25 required to open, our Go Checking account is the easiest way to help your money keep up with you.
Always have a green light.
With places to be and plenty to get done, you need money that moves like you do. Through remote banking, online bill pay, auto-transfers, and more, Go Checking keeps your money close at-hand and never far from wherever you need it to be. If you’re looking for a simple, solid standby checking account, this one is ready to go when you need it.
Fortera Debit Cards
Brightly colored and sleek, these happy cards are also packed with security features to keep you and your money safe wherever you go. Pick your favorite color and order one online when you open a checking account or schedule an appointment at one of our local branches and pick up your card today. The choice is yours!
Numbers worth knowing.
- Activate your card - 800.631.3197 (local) and 727.540.9434 (international)
- To report a lost or stolen debit card during business hours - 800.821.5891
- To report a lost or stolen debit card during non-business hours, resolve a problem with using your debit card, or dispute a charge on your debit card - 888.918.7313.
- To report fraud on your debit card - 888.918.7313 (from outside the United States - 727.299.2449)
- Change your PIN number - 888.886.0083
Go Checking Account Benefits
On the couch or on the go, keep your money close with our Mobile App and Online Banking.
Credit Unions around the world work together to make sure our members can use branches and ATMs everywhere — surcharge-free. Nice, right? Download our CO-OP app and plot your next getaway.
Our skilled experts are easy to reach and happy to help. For members and non-members alike, meetings and consultations are always free, so make the most of your money, on us.
With us, your money is always protected and insured by the National Credit Union Administration. You’re covered on all deposits up to $250,000, so save away.
....Trees, space, and worry. Always enjoy access to 18 months worth of e-statements. Keep more trees, toss your file cabinet, and know your info is always safe and sound.
From fees. Every Go Checking Account comes with zero opening or maintenance fees. (We love you too.)
Security and style go hand in hand. Choose the debit card color that matches your personality, and breathe easy knowing that smart safety features are built right in. Our aim is to make you smile every time you open your wallet.
Or even a lot. Either way, we’re here. Call, text, or chat with our experts anytime you need a friend who knows all things Fortera.
Open a Go Checking account and enjoy the freedom of money that moves with you!
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What is a Go Checking Account?
Think of our checking accounts as spending accounts. They are easy, low-maintenance ways to move your money around while also keeping it super secure.
The Go Checking Account is user-friendly, secure, and can keep up with anyone thanks to our mobile app, video chat, and text support.
Who is eligible to open a Go Checking Account?
To be able to open a Go Checking Account, you must meet the following eligibility requirements: (1) You must be 18 years of age or older (2) You must live, work, worship, or attend school in one of our service regions; join an affiliated partner, or have an immediate family member who is a Fortera member. Our service regions include Montgomery, Stewart, Chester, Decatur, Lewis, McNairy, and Perry counties in Tennessee or Christian, Trigg, Todd, McLean, and Webster counties in Kentucky. Residents of other counties in Tennessee, Kentucky, Alabama, and Arkansas may also be eligible. (3) You must have a Share Savings Account to establish Fortera Credit Union Membership.
What documents do I need to open a Go Checking account?
To verify your identity, we always ask that you come prepared with a government issued ID. It is important that it is not expired. Examples of acceptable IDs include a State Driver's License or a U.S or Foreign Passport. If we have trouble validating your ID, we may ask for a secondary ID. For children and teens, we have a variety of other documents we can use to verify identities. These include social security cards, birth certificates, medicaid cards, and insurance cards. If you have a question about whether or not an ID can be used, just text us at 931.431.6800.
How much does it cost to open a Go Checking Account?
It only costs $25 to open an account.
Can I open a Go Checking account online or do I need to open it at a branch location?
You can open this account online or in-person. The choice is yours.
How do I know if my card is contactless?
All contactless cards will have the contactless symbol on the front of the card.
Are contactless cards safe?
Contactless cards are actually safer than traditional cards. Contactless payment puts you in control and protects your data. Your card or device never leaves your hand, reducing the risk of loss or counterfeit, and each purchase is uniquely encrypted. You’re also protected against double billing, even if you accidentally tap twice. Contactless cards are also an easy way to reduce contact and can help you avoid the potential for picking up bacteria and germs.
Where can I use my contactless card?
Use anywhere you see the Contactless symbol at checkout. Contactless checkout is ideal when speed and convenience are essential. You can use it at stadiums, fast food restaurants, gas stations, grocery stores, transit locations, and more.
Are contactless cards similar to a digital wallet?
Yes. Contactless payments use the same technology as mobile wallets, such as Apple Pay and Google Pay.
What do I do if I lose my contactless debit card?
To report a lost or stolen debit card during business hours, please call 800.821.5891. To report a lost or stolen debit card during non-business hours, resolve a problem with using your debit card, or dispute a charge on your debit card, please call 866.557.5315.
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