Debit Card & Account - Eastern Savings and Loans
Debit Card & Account

We no longer offer a debit card linked to your Credit Union account.

You can use the Members’ Area to request a withdrawal to another bank account or call us on 03336 000690 if you need to add another account to your Credit Union account.

If you have an active Engage Account, it’s important to consider a few things before you are automatically switched over to a Suits Me account:

  • How much it will cost you for your day-to-day banking needs
  • Which type of bank account you need
  • How you want to deal with your bank 
  • What type of bank account do you qualify to open.

If you are looking for an alternative to the Engage account now it is switching to Suits Me, you will need to close your Engage Account by the 12th of January 2025. If you do not want to switch over, please contact the Engage Customer Care team by email at info@engageaccount.com. 

If you do not close your Engage Account by then, they will automatically move you over, and assume you have accepted their new terms and conditions, and the new prices. We understand the balance on your Engage card will be automatically transferred to your new Suits Me card.

Information on other options

Basic Bank Account: A basic bank account can be useful if you’re in financial difficulty or if you’re struggling to access mainstream banking products. You can use the account in largely the same way as a regular current account – having wages paid in and setting up direct debits for bills, for example – it could help you with budgeting.

Money Savings Expert

Their guide runs you through what Basic Bank Accounts are, what you need to know, and their top pick of Basic Bank Accounts. 

Money Helper

Lots of helpful information on what is a basic bank account, how much it is, who can get one, and information on the type of ID you will need to set one up.

Current Account: A current account is used for everyday banking. You can set up standing orders and Direct Debits, and have wages or benefits paid in. You’ll also get a debit card, which allows you to make payments and withdraw cash from a cash machine. They do run credit checks, regardless of whether or not you request an overdraft. Most banks use this information to confirm you are who you say you are.

There are lots of options and places to compare to Current Accounts. If you qualify for a Current Account, compare the options before you sign up, so you are getting the best option for you.

Compare Bank Account Tool

This tool also has a ‘fee-free basic’ filter so you can compare many different options.

Our other Savings products

Find the right savings account for you

Dividend Savings Account
Dividend Savings Account

Our standard membership account

Christmas Saver
Christmas Saver

Save safely for Christmas and lock your money away

Junior Saver
Junior Saver

Savings for those under 18 years old

Member of ABCUL

Members of ABCUL

All funds are FSCS protected

Your money is protected up to £85,000

We are authorised and regulated by PRA

Authorised and Regulated by the Prudential Regulation Authority

Members of ABCUL

Your money is protected up to £85,000

Authorised and Regulated by the Prudential Regulation Authority