Whether you’re looking for a solid, no-frills payment (checking) account or one that will pay you dividends on your balance, we’ve got what you’re looking for.
Payment Account Options
Star+ Checking
With the Star+ payment account, you get the best of easy money management, premium dividends and ATM Fee refunds* and enhanced security features.
- Earn reward dividends of 2.99% APY on balances up to $10,000* (if qualifications are met, $2,500 minimum balance to earn dividends)
- IDProtect® – identity theft monitoring and resolution service1, including credit report and credit score3, up to $10,000 in identity theft expense reimbursement coverage2 and more
- Cell Phone Protection2 – Up to $600 replacement or repair costs if your cell phone is stolen or damaged. ($50 deductible)
- Fee-Free ATM withdrawals from NSCCU or Money Pass ATMs
- ATM Fees Reimbursed (up to $12 per month if qualifications are met)*
- Free Cashier's Checks
- Loan rate discount with automatic payments from your Star+ account
- Earn a relationship rate bump on Certificates of Deposit (conditions apply)
- Privilege Pay and CheckMate Overdraft Protection Plans available
Star Checking
Simple. Secure. Free. Enjoy all of the perks of our Star Checking. With no monthly fee and no minimum balance required, this account provides you with convenient solutions for your daily life.
- No minimum balance requirements
- No monthly fees
- Fee-Free ATM withdrawals from NSCCU or Money Pass ATMs
- ATM Fees Reimbursed (up to $12 per month if qualifications are met)*
- Loan rate discount with automatic payments from your Star account
- Earn a relationship rate bump on Certificates of Deposit (conditions apply)
- Privilege Pay and CheckMate Overdraft Protection Plans available
Payment Account Features
Visa Debit Card
Use your debit card with Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay, FitBit Pay and Garmin Pay; and enjoy fee-free ATM withdrawals at any North Star or MoneyPass ATM. Make a donation to Farm Rescue at any NSCCU branch to receive a custom co-branded Farm Rescue debit card. Plus, we'll match your donation!
Robust Digital Banking
Easily manage your money and spending with Anytime Online; including mobile check deposit, free Bill Pay service, Person to Person and Account to Account transfers.
Make Cent$ Program
Opt-in to automatically round up your debit card purchases to the nearest dollar. The extra cents will be transferred into an eligible savings account. Limitations and restrictions may apply.
Free Automated Overdraft Transfers
If you accidentally overdraw your checking account, funds can be automatically transferred from the savings account of your choice to cover the transaction. Limitations and restrictions may apply.
Account Alerts
Set up account alerts through Anytime Online (digital banking) to be notified via text or email about account balances and transactions.
Checking FAQs
What are the qualifications to earn premium dividends and ATM fee refunds?
To earn the premium dividend rate and ATM fee refunds; the following qualifications must be met in that month:
- 20 debit card purchase transactions
- Enrolled in eStatements
- At least one ACH credit (Direct Deposit, etc.)
- Correct address on file
How do I report a lost Debit Card?
Cardholders can report card issues by calling 1-866-960-2266
How do I increase my ATM withdrawal limit?
Contact your local Financial Services Officer to request an increase.
Traveling out of state or out of the United States?
To ensure smooth travel plans, give us a call to inform us of your travel plans. Call 1-800-410-2226 OR 866-960-2266
What Overdraft Protection Plans are available?
Privilege Pay is an overdraft protection product offered to eligible members to be used for checks, ACH, bill pay and recurring debit card transactions. You must opt-in for coverage of ATM and one-time debit card transactions. Limitations, restrictions and fees may apply. A fee of $30 may be charged each time a Privilege Pay transaction is presented for payment, even if the same transaction is presented for payment multiple times or ways.
Privilege Pay available limit will be up to $500. Checking accounts are to be brought to a positive balance within 30 days. NSCCU reserves the discretionary right not to pay any item that would overdraw your account.
CheckMate Overdraft Protection is available to qualified members that have a checking account and have applied for the product. CheckMate is a revolving loan product that bills the member monthly. Limitations, restrictions and fees may apply.
Will I get suspicious activity notifications?
Suspicious activity notifications for Visa card holders may be delivered through phone, text messaging and/or email communications.
How do I get a Debit Card?
Many of our service center locations offer instant issue debit cards at the branch. You may also contact us at 701-858-9300 to request a debit card. When you make a donation to Farm Rescue at a North Star CCU branch, we’ll match your donation and you’ll receive a custom Farm Rescue-branded debit card.
How do I activate my card and/or change my PIN?
To activate your debit card or change your PIN, please call 1-800-992-3808. North Star employees are not able to change your debit card PIN.
What should I do if I need advanced or after hours debit card support?
You may call our Advanced Card Support Center at 1-866-960-2266. They can assist you with items like:
- Reporting a lost or stolen card
- Initiating a debit card dispute
- Troubles with digital wallet tokenization
- Activating your debit card
- Changing your PIN
- Damaged card replacement
- Declined transaction support
- Travel plans
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* APY = Annual Percentage Yield. Variable rate account, rate may change after account opening. $2,500 minimum balance required to earn dividends. Fees may reduce earnings on account. To earn premium dividend rate and/or ATM Fee refunds, the following must be met in the month of dividend/refund: 20 debit card purchase transactions, enrolled in eStatements, at least one ACH credit and correct address on file.
Insurance benefits and premium dividend available to personal consumer checking accounts only. Business/Organizational account are not eligible for extended benefits. Insurance Products are not insured by the NCUA or any Federal Government Agency; Not a deposit of or guaranteed by the credit union or any credit union affiliate. Cellular telephone bill must be paid through this account to receive Cell Phone Protection.
1Benefits are available to personal checking account owner(s) and their joint account owners subject to the terms and conditions for the applicable Benefits. Some Benefits require authentication, registration and/or activation. Benefits are not available to a “signer” on the account who is not an account owner or to businesses, clubs, trusts, organizations and/or churches and their members, or schools and their employees/students.
2Special Program Notes: The descriptions herein are summaries only and do not include all terms, conditions and exclusions of the Benefits described. Please refer to the actual Guide to Benefit for complete details of coverage and exclusions. Coverage is provided through the company named in the Guide to Benefit.
3Credit Score is a VantageScore 3.0 based on Equifax data. Third parties may use a different VantageScore or a different type of credit score to assess your creditworthiness.