CREDIT CARDS

Mastercard® Credit Cards for Your Lifestyle

The GECU Empowerment Credit Card1 and the GECU Rewards Credit Cards2 help you bring everything within reach! Choose a card with a low introductory rate or one that gives you bigger rewards.

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A variable, low-rate credit card for your everyday life

  • Variable, low rate: Enjoy a variable rate, currently 12.65%–17.90% APR. This rate is based on the Prime Rate and your credit score; you may save money on interest by improving your credit score and transferring balances.
  • Limited fees: This credit card comes with no annual fee, no over-the-limit fees and no cash advance fees.3 This credit card has foreign transaction fees, late payment fees and returned payment fees.
  • Card Control: Card Control4 lets you turn misplaced cards on and off, limit spending amounts, receive spending-limit alerts and more. Enroll in Card Control today by logging in to your GECU Online Banking account or the GECU Mobile App!
  • Mastercard® benefits: Your card is backed by exclusive Mastercard benefits like zero liability, cellular protection services, ID-theft protection and more.5
  • Online banking and mobile wallet: Add your card to your mobile wallet. Manage your credit card on the go with GECU Online Banking and GECU Mobile App.6

Review the current information on the credit card agreement and prices for GECU Empowerment Credit Card accounts here.

Make your purchases more rewarding with a rewards credit card

  • Earn points: Earn 1.5 points for every $1 that you spend on qualifying purchases.
  • Redeem: Save up your reward points and redeem them for cash back, gift cards, travel, merchandise and more!
  • Design choices: Pick the card that fits your style — the sleek black GECU Rewards Credit Card or the UTEP-themed GECU Pickaxe Rewards Credit Card.
  • Card Control: Card Control lets you turn misplaced cards on and off, limit spending amounts, receive spending-limit alerts and more. Enroll in Card Control today by logging in to your GECU Online Banking account or the GECU Mobile App!
  • Mastercard® benefits: Your credit card is backed by exclusive Mastercard benefits like zero liability, cellular protection services, ID-theft protection and more.
  • Mobile wallet: Add your GECU credit card to your mobile wallet for convenient contactless payments online or in store. Make it your primary payment method and check out even faster!

Review the current information on the credit card agreement and prices for GECU Rewards Credit Card accounts here.


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Low Introductory APR on Balance Transfers

With a GECU Empowerment Credit Card


Take a deep breath when you transfer your high-interest-rate credit card balance to a GECU Empowerment Credit Card. Enjoy a 1.90% introductory APR1 for the first six months on balance transfers; after the first six months, the variable rate will be 12.65%–17.90% APR.
We’re Here to Answer Your Credit Card Questions
  • What is a good annual percentage rate (APR) for a credit card?
    A good APR for a credit card is below the nation’s average rate for credit cards. A GECU Empowerment Credit Card offers 12.65%–17.90% APR depending on your creditworthiness. Learn more about empowerment credit card and its rates.
  • What is the best credit card?
    The best kind of credit card will depend on your individual financial goals. A low-rate credit card may benefit members who look to consolidate bills while a credit card that offers reward points may be more appealing to others. Contact us today to discuss your options by calling toll-free at 1.800.772.4328.
  • Are GECU’s credit cards Mastercard®?
    Yes, GECU credit cards are issued by Mastercard and are accepted anywhere Mastercard is accepted.
  • Where can I make a credit card payment?
    You can make a credit card payment by logging in to your GECU Online Banking account or by calling toll-free at 1.800.772.4328.
  • Where can I redeem my reward points?
    Redeem your reward points online, or call the member service department at 1.888.725.2593. To be eligible to redeem points, your account(s) must be open and the GECU Rewards credit card cannot be delinquent and/or over the limit. Other limitations may apply. Learn more about how to redeem your rewards credit card points.
  • What can I use my reward points for?
    Reward points can be redeemed for cashback, gift cards, merchandise, travel and more. View the full details of what you can redeem your rewards points for.
  • How can I process a balance transfer?
    You can process a balance transfer by logging in to your GECU Online Banking account, clicking the “Credit Card” tab, selecting “Balance Transfer” from the “Account Services” tab, and filling out the requested information.
  • Am I able to take cash out on my credit card?
    Yes, you are able to take cash out of your credit card by performing a cash advance within 50% of your credit card limit.
  • How old do I have to be to get a credit card?
    You must be at least 18 years old to apply for a GECU credit card. Learn more about credit card eligibility requirements.
  • Can a credit card help establish my credit?
    Yes, a credit card may help establish your credit.
  • How do I access my credit score?

    You can access your credit score using SavvyMoney7 in GECU Online Banking or the GECU Mobile App! Enroll now and see how SavvyMoney can help you!

    • Access your credit score and report
    • Set up credit-monitoring alerts
    • Get tips to improve your credit
    • Learn how to manage your credit and finances
    • Browse through financial education resources

    HOW TO ENROLL IN SAVVYMONEY

    1. Log in to GECU Online Banking or the mobile app.
    2. Find the credit score widget in online banking and click “Show my score” or tap the “More” button in the mobile app and tap “Credit Score.”
    3. Opt in and agree to the terms and conditions.
    4. Start monitoring your credit score!
  • How can I view my full credit report?

    You can view your full credit report using SavvyMoney in GECU Online Banking or the GECU Mobile App! Enroll now and see how SavvyMoney can help you!

    • Access your credit score and report
    • Set up credit-monitoring alerts
    • Get tips to improve your credit
    • Learn how to manage your credit and finances
    • Browse through financial education resources

    HOW TO ENROLL IN SAVVYMONEY

    1. Log in to GECU Online Banking or the mobile app.
    2. Find the credit score widget in online banking and click “Show my score” or tap the “More” button in the mobile app and tap “Credit Score.”
    3. Opt in and agree to the terms and conditions.
    4. Start monitoring your credit score!
  • Why is my credit score important?
    Your credit score is based on the information in your credit report. Lenders may use this to determine how likely you are to repay a loan. To view your credit score, enroll with SavvyMoney now.
Membership eligibility is required.
1Subject to credit qualification and approval. Other conditions apply. Offer applies to new GECU Empowerment Credit Cards only. 1.90% introductory Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is subject to qualification that is based on creditworthiness and other factors. The introductory rate is fixed for the first six billing cycles after opening the account for all purchases, balance transfers, convenience checks and cash advances. After that, the variable standard rate for purchases, balance transfers and convenience checks will apply (12.65%–17.90% APR as of October 1, 2024). The variable APR for cash advances is 2% above your APR for purchases, not to exceed 17.90%. The introductory rate may end sooner if your payment is late. See the variable rates and additional disclosures in the GECU Credit Card Agreement and Disclosure Statement for your GECU Empowerment Credit Card at your GECU location or online at gecu.com. Introductory rate and range of rates do not apply to the GECU Rewards Credit Card.
2Subject to credit qualification and approval. Other conditions apply. Introductory rate is not available for the GECU Rewards Credit Card. The variable standard rate for purchases, balance transfers and convenience checks is 15.49%–17.90% Annual Percentage Rate (APR) as of October 1, 2024. The variable APR for cash advances is 2% above your APR for purchases, not to exceed 17.90%. Introductory offer applies to new GECU Rewards Credit Cards only. You will only earn 4.5 points for every $1 on qualifying purchases within the first three months of opening the account, up to $5,000 total spent. Once you spend $5,000 within the first three months, you will earn 1.5 points per $1. Cash advances, balance transfers, ATM transactions, and transactions with the use of convenience checks are not eligible to earn points. Other limitations apply. See the variable rates and additional disclosures in the GECU Credit Card Agreement and Disclosure Statement for your GECU Rewards Credit Card. The GECU Pickaxe Rewards Credit Card is not a UTEP sponsored affinity program.
3Other fees may apply.
4Intermittent disruptions as a result of network performance issues and outages beyond our control may delay card control service functionality.
5Additional conditions apply. View Mastercard benefits.
6Standard text-messaging and data rates may apply through the wireless carrier.
7This service is being offered by GECU in collaboration with SavvyMoney, Inc. The provided credit score and credit report are not used for determining credit qualification or approval on any GECU loans you apply for.

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