Banking in Austin

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Banks across the U.S. offer a wide variety of services. The tips below can help you choose a bank that best fits your needs. Be sure to visit each bank’s website for up-to-date information on fees, locations, and ATM availability. 

Banks Near the UT Austin Campus

The following banks are located close to campus and do not require a Social Security Number to open an account. However, you will need to provide official identification, such as a Texas State ID, Driver’s License, Student ID, Passport, or Tax Identification Number (TIN).

University Federal Credit Union

• 2244 Guadalupe St. (Near the University Co-op) Contact: (512) 467-8080
• 4611 Guadalupe St. (near 45th street and the UT Intramural Fields), Contact: (512) 467-8080
• 2101 Speedway (inside Gregory Gym) Contact: (512) 467-8080

Chase Bank

• Address: 1904 Guadalupe St. (at MLK Blvd), Contact: (512) 236-3070
• Address: 2414 Guadalupe St.(near W. 24th St.), Contact: (512) 476-8644
• Address: 1000 E. 41st St. (in the HEB supermarket, Hancock Shopping Center), Contact: (512) 302-3881

Wells Fargo

• Address: 2402 Guadalupe St., Ste. C, Contact: (512) 236-1250
• Address: 3221 Red River St., Contact: (512) 344-8655
• Address: 3909 North I-H35 (in the Fiesta supermarket), Contact: (512) 344-7843

Questions to Ask When Choosing a Bank

• What forms of identification do I need to open an account?
• What is the minimum deposit required to open each type of account?
• What types of checking, savings, or money market accounts are available?
• What fees are associated with each account?