Checking Accounts

Designed to meet your everyday banking needs.

Whether you’re seeking simplicity, earning potential, or special perks, we have the right fit for you.

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Get your checking account.

Checking that’s tailored to your lifestyle.

  • Diverse Account Types

    Choose from Basic, Go Green, Student, and Business Checking, to fit your needs and goals.

  • Early Pay

    Get access to your money sooner with our Early Pay feature, included with your checking account.3

  • Digital Banking

    Your account is accessible anywhere, anytime.

  • Mobile Check Deposit

    Deposit checks effortlessly with just a few taps.4

  • Nationwide Access

    Over 30,000 surcharge-free ATMs and 22 local branches in the Triangle area.5

  • Extended Teller Hours

    Teller Hours from 7AM to 7PM, 7 days a week. We value your time as much as you do.

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Go Green Checking

Earn up to 5.00% APY6. Ideal for those seeking higher returns.

Basic Checking

A straightforward account that’s perfect for easy, everyday banking.

Student Checking:

Tailored for the student lifestyle with perks like free ATM withdrawals and foreign ATM fee refunds.

Business Checking:

Designed for business owners with features like no monthly maintenance fees.

Checking account perks and discounts.

  • Music and Entertainment

    Enjoy presale offers on Coastal Credit Union Music Park concert tickets and Carolina Hurricanes games.

  • LoveMyCreditUnion Rewards

    Enjoy discounts on movie tickets, theme parks, online shopping, and more.

  • Community Contributions

    Each debit or credit card transaction helps our community through the Coastal Credit Union Foundation.

  • Overdraft Protection

    You can link your savings account to your checking to avoid unnecessary overdraft fees.

How to get the most out of your checking.

  • Choose the Right Account

    Assess your needs and select the checking account that aligns with your financial lifestyle.

  • Utilize Digital Banking

    Download our App, enroll in e-Statements, and manage your account anytime, anywhere.

  • Set Up Direct Deposit

    Enjoy faster access to your funds and qualify for additional perks like Early Pay.3

  • Engage with Perks

    Take advantage of the special offers and rewards available to Coastal members.

Frequently asked questions about our Checking accounts.

No minimum balance is required for your Coastal Checking account.
You may order checks directly within Digital Banking. Simply choose "Order Checks" from the Accounts Summary. You may also visit https://orderpoint.deluxe.com/personal-checks/home.htm. You may also call 877-838-5287 or stop by a branch location.
Coastal's routing number is 253175494. To find your account number, simply log into Digital Banking, select the desired account, and then select "Details" on the right to view your account number.
Go Green Checking earns dividends, and Basic Checking does not earn dividends.
You can apply for a checking account by visiting a local branch or online at COASTAL24.com.
Yes. As long as you are currently enrolled as a student, you may open a Student Checking account. Student Checking account benefits are good for two years from the date the account is opened. To renew for another two years of eligibility, the student must re-submit proof of being a student. Proof of being a student includes a current school transcript, report card, or valid student ID. Age restrictions do not apply.
There is no minimum age for a checking account, but if the account is for a minor, we require a guardian to be on the account as a joint owner.
At Coastal, we do not charge a fee for ATM withdrawals at our ATMs or those in the CO-OP, CashPoints, or Sheetz networks. However, if you use an ATM outside of these networks, the ATM provider may charge a fee.

If a transaction causes your account to become overdrawn, there may be a fee associated with that as well. For more details, check out our Fee Schedules.
Each time you use your Coastal debit or credit card, we give one penny back to the Coastal Foundation. That adds up to almost $400,000 a year to support our community!