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Visa® Balance Transfer

Break Free
From High‑Interest

For a Limited Time
APR* for  & No Transfer Fees

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Open a New Card,
Enjoy a Sweet Low Rate

Let’s face it: No one likes having debt, especially debt with high interest. Take it down a notch and enjoy a low rate card with no transfer fees!

Not sure what a balance transfer is or what you can transfer? No worries! Keep scrolling for more details.

Examples of Transfers Apply Online Today

How It Works

Sick of high‑interest finance charges? Transfer your high‑interest balance to a low‑interest credit card. Apply & Lower Your Rate Today

  • 1

    Apply for a Visa® Credit Card

    Application

  • 2

    Fill Out Balance Transfer Form

    Download Form

  • 3

    Once Approved, Your Debt is Transferred!

What can I transfer from?

Transfer balances to your SIU Credit Union Visa from:

  • Major credit cards or Specialty cards
    Department stores, fuel cards, etc.

  • Small loans
    School loans, auto loans, home improvement loans

  • Household utility accounts with a balance
    Electric, gas, phone, medical

  • For New & Existing Cardholders

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  • Promo Disclaimer: Approved applications opened between 01/05/2026 and 02/27/2026 will receive 5.9% introductory APR* for 12 months from open date. After 12 month promotional time frame expires, remaining balance will migrate to standard APR applicable on your account. Contact SIU Credit Union for complete details. *APR = Annual Percentage Rate. Rates, term and conditions are subject to change without notice. Offer subject to credit approval. Credit card approval depends on creditworthiness and other qualifications. Apply for Visa® Credit Card at www.siucu.org or visit any branch location. Membership required. Insured by NCUA. Call 800-449-7301 for details.

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Business Free Checking

This account is perfect for startups, home offices, and businesses with smaller transactions and balances.

Here are some of the best features:

  • No monthly service fee

  • No minimum balance

  • Only $25 to Open

How to Make a Transfer

Bailey Bobcat Rates

Bailey Bobcat Savings

• Only $5 to Open
• No Minimum Balance
• Up to 0.50% APY1
• Dividends Paid Monthly2
• One Free Withdrawal per Month
$5 for Each Additional

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1 Annual Percentage Yield (APY)
2 Membership Share dividends are declared monthly by the Board of Directors.

Jr. Executive

What do you need to open?

  • $5
  • Date of Birth
  • Current Address
  • Social Security Card
  • If under 18, a Parent/Guardian

If Parent/Guardian is not an existing member, they will need to bring:

  • $5
  • Date of Birth
  • Current Address
  • Social Security Card
  • Driver’s License / State Issued Photo ID

    • Open Online

Smart Young Investors

What do you need to open?

  • $5
  • Date of Birth
  • Current Address
  • Social Security Card
  • If under 18, a Parent/Guardian

If Parent/Guardian is not an existing member, they will need to bring:

  • $5
  • Date of Birth
  • Current Address
  • Social Security Card
  • Driver’s License / State Issued Photo ID

Open Online

Bailey Bobcat

What do you need to open?

  • $5
  • Date of Birth
  • Current Address
  • Social Security Card
  • If under 18, a Parent/Guardian

If Parent/Guardian is not an existing member, they will need to bring:

  • $5
  • Date of Birth
  • Current Address
  • Social Security Card
  • Driver’s License / State Issued Photo ID

Open Online

Jr. Executive Rates

Bailey Bobcat Rates

Smart Young Investors Rates

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Eligible Family Members

  • Parents
  • Spouse
  • Children
  • Siblings
  • Grandchildren
  • Grandparents

Our Counties

Membership is open to anyone who lives or works in these 24 counties:

  • Alexander
  • Clinton
  • Edwards
  • Franklin
  • Gallatin
  • Hamilton
  • Hardin
  • Jackson
  • Jefferson
  • Johnson
  • Marion
  • Massac
  • Monroe
  • Perry
  • Pope
  • Pulaski
  • Randolph
  • Saline
  • Wabash
  • Washington
  • Wayne
  • White
  • Williamson
  • Union

Our Select Employer Groups

Membership is open to anyone who lives or works for our member companies (SEGs):

  • Center for Comprehensive Services
  • Centerstone
  • City of Carbondale
  • Gateway Foundation
  • Illinois Youth Center
  • Marion VA Medical Center
  • Sam’s Club of Marion
  • Shawnee Health Services
  • Shawnee Library System
  • SIU Alumni Association
  • Southern Illinois Healthcare Services
  • West Frankfort Municipal Group (City Employees)
  • Williamson County

Employer Group Benefits

 

If you work for one of these organizations, talk to your HR Dept. about the benefits you’ll have with us!

 

 

Our Education Groups

Membership is open to anyone who belongs to these education groups:

  • SIU Faculty, Staff or Student
  • SIU Emeritus and Adjunct Status
  • SIU Foundation Employee
  • John A. Logan Employee or Student
  • Retired or active school employees located in the counties of:
    Alexander, Clinton, Edwards, Franklin, Gallatin, Hamilton, Hardin, Jackson, Jefferson, Johnson, Marion, Massac, Monroe, Perry, Pope, Pulaski, Randolph, Saline, Wabash, Washington, Wayne, White, Williamson, or Union.

Our Associatons

Membership is open to anyone who belongs to these associations:

  • Lake of Egypt Association of Property Owners
  • Local 702 International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
  • Laborers’ International Union of North America Local 773
  • Sam’s Club of Marion
  • SIU Alumni Association

Secondary Market Fixed Rates

All listed interest rates are based on loan amounts $100,000 - $149,000 with 5% down payment and credit score ≥ 740. All rates are listed as Annual Percentage Rates. Other rates and terms available. Individual rate is determined by risk based scoring, loan to value, and amount borrowed. Your actual rate may vary. Offer subject to credit approval. All rates subject to change of any time without notice. PMI required on loans where LTV exceeds 80%. Membership required. Federally insured by NCUA. Call 800-449-7301, ext. 3501 for additional details.

Effective Date:
*Annual Percentage Rate (APR)

Effective Date:

SIU Credit Union In-House Fixed Rates

All listed interest rates are based on loan amounts $100,000 - $149,000 with 5% down payment and credit score ≥ 740. All rates are listed as Annual Percentage Rates. Other rates and terms available. Individual rate is determined by risk based scoring, loan to value, and amount borrowed. Your actual rate may vary. Offer subject to credit approval. All rates subject to change of any time without notice. PMI required on loans where LTV exceeds 80%. Membership required. Federally insured by NCUA. Call 800-449-7301, ext. 3501 for additional details.

Effective Date:
*Annual Percentage Rate (APR)

Effective Date:
*Annual Percentage Rate (APR)

SIUCU In-House Adjustable Rate

All listed interest rates are based on loan amounts $100,000 - $149,000 with 5% down payment and credit score ≥ 740. All rates are listed as Annual Percentage Rates. Other rates and terms available. Individual rate is determined by risk based scoring, loan to value, and amount borrowed. Your actual rate may vary. Offer subject to credit approval. All rates subject to change of any time without notice. PMI required on loans where LTV exceeds 80%. Membership required. Federally insured by NCUA. Call 800-449-7301, ext. 3501 for additional details.

Effective Date:
*Annual Percentage Rate (APR)

Effective Date:
*Annual Percentage Rate (APR)

Land Loans / Unimproved Real Estate

Land Loans

All listed interest rates are based on loan amounts $100,000 - $149,000 with 5% down payment and credit score ≥ 740. All rates are listed as Annual Percentage Rates. Other rates and terms available. Individual rate is determined by risk based scoring, loan to value, and amount borrowed. Your actual rate may vary. Offer subject to credit approval. All rates subject to change of any time without notice. PMI required on loans where LTV exceeds 80%. Membership required. Federally insured by NCUA. Call 800-449-7301, ext. 3501 for additional details.

Effective Date:
*Annual Percentage Rate (APR)

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