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Pick Your Term: 4.75% APY 6-Month or 4.25% APY1 12-Month Certificate2,3

New Members

NEW MEMBERS: There are three ways to be eligible for Membership at CU SoCal:
  1. Live, work, attend school or religious services in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside or San Bernardino counties.
  2. Be related to a current Member of CU SoCal.
  3. Be an employee of a partnering business.

Offer expires November 30, 2024.
$1,000 minimum deposit.
New funds only.
IRAs available on 12-month option only (by appointment only).

You can open your promotional certificate and Membership by calling 866.287.6225, visiting one of our branches, or by using the button below

Apply for a 6-Month Certificate | Apply for a 12-Month Certificate

Existing Members

Existing Members may open their promotional certificate by using Quick Apply in Mobile or Online Banking.

Offer expires November 30, 2024
$1,000 minimum deposit.
New funds only.
IRAs available on 12-month option only (by appointment only).

Apply for a 6-Month Certificate | Apply for a 12-Month Certificate

Or by calling 866.287.6225 or visiting one of our branches.

Frequently asked questions

  • Within the next 2-3 business days, Credit Union of Southern California (CU SoCal) will make two small deposits to the account you entered when completing your application. Before we can process your electronic transfer of funds (ACH) you must check what those deposit amounts are, and then click the link below, to verify those amounts. This helps us protect your accounts by ensuring the correct routing and account numbers were entered and that you are authorized to access those accounts.

    Verify Micro Deposits

    After you have successfully completed this step we will begin processing the electronic funds transfer (ACH) you requested. These funds should appear in your CU SoCal accounts in 2-3 business days(1).

    To check if your electronic funds transfer (ACH) has been completed please register for online banking by clicking on the link below.

    Register for Online Banking

    Please note that you will need your CU SoCal Member number to register. This information can be found in the welcome letter you received when signing your New Membership documents.

  • If you have not already done so, download CU SoCal’s Mobile Banking App by clicking on the link below for your device’s app store.

    Apple App Store Button to Download CU SoCal Mobile Banking AppApple App Store Button to Download CU SoCal Mobile Banking App

    Google Play Store Button to Download CU SoCal Mobile Banking AppApple App Store Button to Download CU SoCal Mobile Banking App

    After downloading CU SoCal’s Mobile Banking App, open it and press “Register a New Account” and follow the on-screen prompts. If you have already signed up for Online Banking, enter your credentials, and press “Log in.”

    Once you are logged in to CU SoCal’s Mobile Banking App, press the “Transfer” button from the menu at the bottom of your screen and then press the “Add Account” tile found to the left of the green, “Make a transfer” tile.

    Now under the “External account” option, select “Connect your Account Instantly” and follow the on-screen prompts.

    If you are unable to set up your transfer using the instant option, please select “Connect your Account Manually.” Manual transfers require verification of trial deposits and will take up to three days to process.

    Note, deposits made to the promotional certificate through electronic transfer (ACH) originating from Credit Union of Southern California will not be available for withdrawal for 60 days from the date of the deposit.

  • If you have not already signed up for Online Banking, click here to register, and follow the on-screen prompts. Or, if you have already signed up, click here to log in to CU SoCal’s Online Banking.

    After logging in to your CU SoCal account, locate the “Transfer and Pay” option and select “Transfer” from the drop-down menu. From there, select “Make a Transfer” and then select “Add an account to make a transfer.” Finally, select the “Instant” option from the “External account” box, and follow the on-screen prompts.

    If you are unable to setup your transfer using the “Instant” option, please select Manual. Manual transfers require verification of trail deposits and will take up to three days to process.

    Once you have successfully added the account, you can transfer funds to your certificate using the “Transfer” option.

    Note, deposits made to the promotional certificate through electronic transfer (ACH) originating from Credit Union of Southern California will not be available for withdrawal for 60 days from the date of the deposit.

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USA Patriot Act Notice

Important Information about Procedures for Opening a New Account. To help the government fight the funding of terrorism and money laundering activities, federal law requires all financial institutions to obtain, verify, and record information that identifies each person who opens an account. What this means for you: When you open an account we will ask for your name, street address, date of birth and other information that will allow us to identify you. We may also ask to see your driver’s license or other identifying documents.
  • 1. APY=Annual Percentage Yield. The annual percentage yield assumes that dividends will remain on deposit until maturity. Minimum deposit to open the promotional certificate of deposit is $1,000 funds not already on deposit at CU SoCal. minimum $1,000 new funds deposits may be added within 60 days from account opening. If you make a withdrawal from your account, your earnings will be reduced. Must be a CU SoCal Member. All accounts will be verified by ChexSystems® and are subject to approval and Membership eligibility. New Member maximum online opening deposit is up to $150,000. Deposits cannot originate from a CU SoCal account. Deposits made to the promotional certificate through electronic transfers (ACH) originating from CU SoCal will not be available for withdrawal for 60 days from the date of deposit. Wen may impose a 60-day penalty if you withdraw the principal from your certificate account before the maturity date. The penalty imposed shall be based on the amount withdrawn. If the amount withdrawn reduces the principal balance below the stated minimum during the term, you will be assessed a penalty on the entire principal balance, and we will close the certificate account and transfer any remaining balance to your Regular Savings Account. Your six (6) or twelve (12) month term will automatically renew at maturity for the same term as the original term at the prevailing rate unless you withdraw all the funds in your account at maturity or within a grace period of 7 days after maturity. Your account will mature as reflected on the Rate % APR for a Schedule. The maturity date will be stated on the certificate or receipt provided to you at the time of opening your account. Promotional APY is effective October 15, 2024, and is subject to change without notice.

    2. APY=Annual Percentage Yield. The annual percentage yield assumes that dividends will remain on deposit until maturity. Minimum deposit to open the promotional Individual Retirement Account (IRA) is $1,000 funds not already on deposit at CU SoCal. Additional deposits are not allowed. Consult with your tax advisor. Must be a CU SoCal Member. All accounts will be verified by ChexSystems® and are subject to approval and Membership eligibility. Your twelve (12) month term will automatically renew at maturity for the same term as the original term at the prevailing rate unless you withdraw all the funds in your account at maturity or within a grace period of 7 days after maturity. The maturity date will be stated on the Simplifier provided to you at the time of opening your account. Promotional APY is effective October 15, 2024, and is subject to change without notice.