Open Your Checking Account with First Pioneers and Enjoy the Benefits of Banking in Lafayette, New Iberia, and the Greater Acadiana Area


First Pioneers’ Checking Account Options

ALL checking accounts come with the following:

  • Free ATM Withdrawals at select ATMs

  • Debit Card issued instantly at branch

  • Free $1,000 ADD insurance

  • Free First Box of Checks

  • Free Online Banking and Mobile App

  • Free Bill Pay

  • No limit on monthly checks written

  • Remote Deposit Capture

  • Zelle

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    Basic Checking

    Per Check Fee: NONE

    Monthly Fee: $7.00 with e-statements $9.00 without e-statements

    (Once member reaches 55 years of age, there is no fee)

    Fee waived if you have any of the following:

    • Debit card transactions totaling $700
    • More than $700 minimum checking account balance
    • More than $3,500 minimum total funds on deposit
    • Open Basic Checking Online

    Already a member and need to add an account? Log into online banking and choose "New Account" to add a checking account.

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    Economy Checking

    Per Check Fee: $0.50

    Monthly Fee: FREE with e-statements ($2.00 without e-statements)

    Fee Waived If You Have:
    Debit card transactions totaling $700

    Open Economy Checking Online

    Already a member and need to add an account? Log into online banking and choose "New Account" to add a checking account.

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    Fresh Start Checking

    Per Check Fee: NONE

    Monthly Fee: $15

    Must have account for 12 months with NO negative balance before changing account type.

    Open Fresh Start Checking Online

    Already a member and need to add an account? Log into online banking and choose "New Account" to add a checking account.

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    Prestige Checking

    Per Check Fee: NONE

    Monthly Fee: $10.00

    Interest bearing IF over $1,500 average daily balance

    Fee waived if you have one of the following:

    • Debit card transactions totaling $1,000
    • More that $1,000 minimum checking account balance
    • More than $4,500 minimum total funds on deposit
    • Open Prestige Checking Online

    Already a member and need to add an account? Log into online banking and choose "New Account" to add a checking account.

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    Explorer Checking

    No minimum age for an account

    No account fees

    One debit card issued, in the minor's name only.

    Parental controls - spending limits are in place for each age bracket.

    Not available to minor accounts:

    Checks

    Bill Pay

    Zelle

    Joint/Guardians will not be issued a debit card.

    Remote Deposit Capture can be added. Contact First Pioneers for set up.

Your Next Checking Account Starts at First Pioneers

Ready to experience banking that truly understands your needs? First Pioneers offers checking account options designed specifically for our members in Lafayette, Iberia, Acadia, St. Martin, and Vermilion parishes. You can visit our Lafayette location or stop by the New Iberia branch, both conveniently located to serve you. Our knowledgeable team is ready to help you find the perfect checking solution that fits your needs. Join thousands of satisfied members who trust First Pioneers with their everyday banking needs. Open your checking account today and discover the difference local service makes!