Make the Switch and join First Castle FCU!
At First Castle we make changing financial institutions easy. You will be provided the necessities from switching your savings and checking account to refinancing your loans. Once your savings account is opened, you are
immediately eligible to apply for all of our products, services, and loans. We even offer Payroll Deduction
and Direct Deposit.
If you need assistance with joining, switching institutions, or anything-- give us a call at (504) 862-2561 or
1-800-362-3412 (option 7), or contact us. We will be glad to help you.
Our Routing and Transit Number is 265075883.
GET READY!
To join, just complete a membership application (if the application will be mailed in, the signature must be notarized), provide two forms of ID (driver's license, social security card, or passport), and deposit a minimum amount of $5.00. This amount will remain in the account at all times while continuing to earn dividends. No membership or service fees required.
GET SET!
Use our Switch Planner to learn how to switch your accounts to First Castle FCU. Included are
Step-by-Step Switch Instructions, Easy Change Letters, an Account Closure Letter, and a Royal
Member Checklist.
Just need a specific form? Find it below.
Membership Application Request
Request for an application to be mailed to your home.
Royal Member Checklist
Find out what services you need to be a Royal Member.
Payroll Deposit Easy Change Letter
Change account information for your employer.
Direct Deposit Easy Change Letter
Change account information for whom deposits into your account.*
Automatic Payments Change Letter
Change account information to whom withdraws from your account.
Request to Close Account
Request to close your account at your previous financial institution.
*Update account information for Direct Deposit of Social Security and Government Benefits faster by calling:
Social Security/SSI at 1-800-772-1213
Veteran's Benefits at 1-800-827-1000
SWITCH!
Download our Royal Member Checklist. After joining, easily become a Royal Member by earning points to get
better rates and free services.
Why Switch? We'll Tell You Why?
Low Minimum Balance-Share Account minimum is only $50.00.
Credit Union Service Centers-Access your account all over the United States and around the world. Some
locations are even open on Saturdays. Find a location near you.
Checking with a Choice-Choose from our Basic, Select, Royal Checking, or Check Start accounts. We have
something for everyone.
Free Debit Card (subject to approval)-When you open a checking account.
Royal Rewards-Earn points for services and/or balances. Points add up to better rates and free services.
Find out how to become a Royal Member.
Low Loan Rates-Apply quickly and easily online once you join. Our loan approvals have a quick turn-around.
Free Remote Service-Get up-to-date account information anytime with Fast-Fone at 1-866-273-0709 or go
online with NetTeller. Use Check Imaging to view checks you have written.
Family Membership-Your membership entitles your family to the same valuable financial services and products
that are available to you.