Checking

Free Checking - that's truly Free

With Alliant Checking the free benefits really add up. Plus, with our new High Rate Checking you will enjoy a high dividend rate and no minimum balance requirement to earn it.

Open Checking Online
  1. Log in to Online Banking
  2. Select Open New Accounts from the left navigation.
Open Checking by Mail
  1. Download the Paper Application
  2. Follow the directions, fill it out and mail it back to Alliant.
New to Online Banking/Forgot Your Password
  1. Call 24/7 TeleCenter (800-328-1935) for a temporary access code (good for 24 hours)
  2. Reset your password
  Free Basic Checking Free High Rate Option
Monthly Dividend No 1.75% APY*
1.736% Rate*
Requirements No Opt out of paper statements and have at least one monthly electronic deposit. more »
Features
  • No Monthly Service Fee
  • No Minimum Balance Requirement
  • Free VISA® Debit Card
  • Free Online Banking and Bill Pay*
  • Over 80,000 Surcharge Free ATMs*
  • Optional Overdraft Protection
  • Free First Box of Checks
  • No point-of-sale fees
  • No check writing fees

Add a high rate to free checking with no minimum balance requirement to earn it. Plus, enjoy the features of basic checking. All you need to do is:

  1. Opt out of paper statements and start using eStatements
  2. Have at least one recurring monthly electronic deposit to your Alliant checking account, such as direct deposit, payroll deposit, ATM deposit, eDeposit, eDepositPlus or transfer from another financial institution

Make a change for the better
Switch your checking and direct deposits to Alliant.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alliant Checking really free of monthly fees?
Alliant Basic & High Rate Checking have no monthly service fee or minimum balance fee, unlike most banks. Standard fees, such as non-sufficient funds and check printing, do apply — see our Fee Schedule for a complete list of these types of fees or contact a Member Services Representative.

Does Alliant Checking pay a dividend?
Alliant High Rate Checking Option pays a monthly dividend, please see requirements. Alliant Basic Checking does not pay a monthly dividend. Checking dividends are paid on the last of each month. The checking dividend is subject to change monthly.

What are the requirements for the Free High Rate Checking Option?

  1. Opt out of paper statements and start receiving eStatements:
    • Log in to Alliant Online Banking, select "eStatements" from the left side navigation and follow the prompts
  2. Have at least one of the following recurring monthly electronic deposits to your Alliant checking account:
    • Set up direct deposit with your employer. Provide your 14-digit Alliant checking account number and the Alliant ABA Routing and Transit Number # 271081528
    • Make a monthly ATM deposit
    • Make a monthly deposit using eDeposit or eDepositPlus
    • Transfer funds from another financial institution every month
      To set up recurring transfer from another financial institution you can log in to Alliant Online Banking, select "Transfers" from the left side navigation, then select "Other Institutions" from the sub-menu and follow the prompts

Will I get a VISA® Debit Card with my Alliant checking account?
Yes, you will receive a free VISA® Debit Card, which you can use for purchases or to access ATMs worldwide.

Blocked Transactions

At Alliant, security is one of our top priorities. To help protect your personal identity and Alliant accounts against fraudulent activity, we may occasionally block transactions in foreign countries and other areas where fraud is widespread. If you are planning to travel to any of the following locations, you will be unable to perform the Debit Card transactions as indicated:

Blocked Country Type of Transaction Effective
Date
Romania Cash Advances & ATM Withdrawals 10/07/2005
Russia Cash Advances & ATM Withdrawals 10/07/2005

Questions? Call 800-328-1935 (24/7)

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