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$250 Bonus For New Checking Accounts!

Open a checking account, get a $250 bonus!

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Getting Your $250 Is Easy!*


Number 1 Icon Open a checking account by December 9

Number 2 Icon Receive two payroll direct deposits of $200 or more

Number 3 Icon Get a $250 bonus!


Compare Checking Accounts

 

Smart Start Checking

Blue Checkmark Made for Members ages 13-25

Blue Checkmark No minimum balance

Blue Checkmark No monthly fees

Blue Checkmark Way-To-Go Rewards

 

Smart Checking

Blue Checkmark No monthly fees

Blue Checkmark No minimum balance

Blue Checkmark Simple, straightforward checking

 

Smart Checking Plus

Blue Checkmark Earns monthly dividends

Blue Checkmark $700 minimum balance

Blue Checkmark $10 monthly fee if balance falls below $700

 

Duo Checking

Blue Checkmark No minimum balance

Blue Checkmark Bundled with high-yield 2.00% APY** high-yield savings account

Blue Checkmark Debit Roundup adds boosts to your savings


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Frequently Asked Questions

 

How Do I Get The $250 Bonus?

To earn the $250 bonus, the following two steps must occur:

  • Open a new personal Royal checking account by December 9, 2025
  • Receive two qualifying direct deposits of $200 or more within 120 calendar days of account opening

The bonus will be deposited into your account within 10 calendar days of the second qualifying deposit.

What Qualifies As A Direct Deposit For The Bonus?

A qualifying direct deposit is an ACH (Automated Clearing House) credit from an employer, pension, Social Security, or government benefit agency. Transfers from a Royal or external account, mobile payment services, or person-to-person payments do not qualify.

What Checking Accounts Are Included?

The following checking accounts are eligible for a $250 bonus: Smart Start Checking, Smart Checking, Smart Checking Plus, Duo Checking.

Business checking accounts do not qualify.

Can I Get The Bonus If I Already Have A Royal Checking Account?

If you already have a checking account at Royal, or if you had a Royal checking account within the last 12 months, you are not eligible for this promotion.

How To Get Started

We off many easy ways to open an account with Royal Credit Union

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Complete our easy online application and get a decision fast.


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Need Help?

If you have questions or need help, call our lending team at 800-341-9911 or visit our contact page.



Insured by NCUA. *Receive a $250 bonus after opening a new checking account between 11/13/2025 and 12/9/2025 and receiving two direct deposits. Membership qualification required. Business checking accounts are not eligible. Recipients with existing Royal checking accounts or with a previous Royal checking account in the last 12 months do not qualify. New checking account must receive two qualifying direct deposits of at least $200 each from a paycheck, pension, Social Security, or government benefit electronically deposited into the account from an employer or outside agency. Both deposits must occur within 120 calendar days of account opening. Account must remain open for six months. Must open and be primary on a Primary Base Savings account. Incentive will be deposited into the qualifying Member’s Primary Base Savings account within 10 calendar days after the second qualifying deposit. Royal reserves the right to withhold or reclaim incentive if qualifications are not met based on Royal’s sole discretion. Limit of one account per Member may be included in promotion. The incentive is subject to federal and state tax requirements, which are account holder’s responsibility. Royal reserves the right to end this promotion at any time. Offer cannot be combined with any other Royal checking account offers. No minimum balance to open a checking account. Fees could reduce the balance and earnings on the account. Other conditions or restrictions may apply. Refer to our disclosures and service fees for more information.

**APY = Annual Percentage Yield. Rates subject to change at any time without notice. The first $10,000.00 in the Duo Savings account will earn 2.00% APY; balances over $10,000.00 will earn 0.40% APY. APYs current as of 11/13/25; last changed 2/28/25.