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Why we charge a £2 joining fee and annual fee
Credit Unions aren't a typical finance business; we exist for the benefit of our members, we are a mutual. Therefore each individual saver and borrower has to become a member and we charge a joining and an annual membership fee. Most of this fee is ...
I don’t live or work in the Advance Credit Union area, can I still join?
We are only able to accept new Members who live or work in the 'B' postcode areas. There are more than 300 credit unions operating in the UK. Most have either a residential or employment (or both) common bond. Check findyourcreditunion.co.uk to find ...
What is a Common Bond?
The Common Bond is the factor that unites Members of a Credit Union. A ‘Common Bond’ is defined as: An area where all the members live or work together in the same locality Where all members are in the same profession or work for the same employer ...
What ID do I need to provide?
We are required by legislation to verify the identity and proof of address for all our members. The following are acceptable forms of identification: Valid passport Valid photocard driving licence (full or provisional) National Identity card Firearms ...