Be Aware of Scammers

ATTENTION: Please be aware of a potential threat from scammers claiming to be from the Vantage Fraud Department. The scammers may impersonate Vantage via phone call, text message or pop-ups on your device. DO NOT give out any account information, provide remote access to your device or click on links in these messages. If you have questions regarding the validity of a message you’ve received, please contact us directly at 314.298.0055.

Need Support? Contact us.

314.298.0055 | 800.522.6009

info@vcu.com

Available Hours (CST)

Mon - Thurs

Friday

Saturday

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

9:00 a.m. - Noon

How can we help you?

Make sure that you’ve tapped Request Code. You should receive your code within a minute, but if you don’t, consult these tips:

  • You may have to contact your carrier to enable short codes on your device.
  • Check that your number on file is correct.
Yes, one of the great new features is the ability to register using the mobile app. The registration process is the same on a mobile device as it is on a laptop or desktop.

You can add checking and savings accounts you have with other financial institutions under Make A Transfer > External Accounts. Once you’ve linked external accounts, you’ll be able to use them to pay loans and make transfers to your checking and savings accounts.

You can also add an external debit card to make payments on your Vantage loans, except for first mortgages, under Make A Transfer > Pay a Loan with a Debit Card. Please note that a convenience fee applies when making a payment with a debit card.

Yes, you can look at your accounts and transactions on your Apple Watch when you’re logged in to the Vantage mobile app.

Transfers between Vantage accounts will be reflected in your balances immediately.
In order to perform specific account functions, such as enrolling in and viewing eStatements, using bill pay and updating contact information, you’ll need to create a separate login for each account number. Follow our guide on how to manage multiple accounts.

While ATM deposits are credited to your account at the time your deposit is made, the funds may not be immediately available for use subject to our Funds Availability Policy.

You can start the process of getting a debit card for your Vantage checking account in digital banking or by calling us at 314.298.0055 or 800.522.6009 during business hours.

If you have multiple accounts with Vantage, you will need to register each of these accounts individually in digital banking.

For easier access to all of your accounts, consult our helpful Manage Multiple Accounts Guide or follow these steps to add additional accounts into your primary digital banking profile:

  1. Register each account you wish to add to your primary profile with a unique username.
  2. Log out of all profiles and log in to your primary profile.
  3. Click on the profile icon in the top right corner of the page and click Switch Accounts.
  4. On the Switch Accounts screen, click the Add Switch Account button.
  5. Log in with the credentials for the account you’d like to link to your primary profile.
  6. Once you’ve entered valid credentials, you’ll be prompted to complete additional security validation by requesting and entering a validation code.
  7. Once validated, the username will display on the Switch Accounts screen.
  8. Under your profile icon, when you select Other Profiles, you'll now have access to this other account on your primary profile.
  9. Repeat this process for any additional accounts you’d like to add to your primary profile.

A mobile device with a working rear camera is needed to deposit checks directly into your digital banking account. You will only be able to make mobile deposits via the mobile app.

Sign the back of the check you’d like to deposit and include “For Deposit Only at VCU.” When you go to capture the check with your mobile device’s camera, make sure the background where you lay down the check is a dark color and turn off your flash.
Under your phone’s settings, select “Developer options” and disable the “Don’t keep activities” or “Immediately destroy activities” settings.
My Credit Score or Spending Analysis are available on your dashboard. You’ll need to tap Activate under Spending Analysis and accept the terms and conditions in order to use this feature.
Your account gets locked if you enter the wrong username and password combination three times. Tap Forgot Password and follow the instructions to unlock your account.

You will be able to see payoff amounts on all loans except for mortgages and credit cards. Please call the credit union for mortgage or credit card payoff amounts.

As long as you meet eligibility requirements, you can open a new checking, savings or other account under the Accounts section in your app. Tap Open a New Account and follow the prompts.
You’ll need to validate your account with a validation code the first time you log in on each device. Once logged in, you can enable Face ID or Fingerprint Authentication to access your account without having to receive a code each time. Keep in mind that even with bio-authentication set up, you may be prompted to enter a code on occasion.
Vantage digital banking requires one of the last two versions of Chrome, Firefox, Safari or Edge to run on desktop. The mobile app will run on iOS 15 or higher and Android 12 or higher.

Yes. You can log in from any smartphone or mobile device, including Apple and Android devices, as long as your device is running on iOS 15 or higher or Android 12 or higher.

Yes, each account owner should create their own unique login. The primary account holder will keep the account’s current username when the account is migrated into digital banking. To create your own login, you’ll need to register with your member number to be able to see all deposits and loans you hold with Vantage.
Create a Savings Goal, view your Spend Forecast, break down your Spending Analysis and access your credit score all from your dashboard. Click on these tools to access even more financial health resources.
The navigation and screen size will be different, of course. The functionality is mostly the same, but you’ll need to use the mobile app to deposit checks or use Face ID or Fingerprint Authentication. You can use either desktop or mobile to manage your accounts, turn on controls and alerts and use financial health features.

Yes. Your Vantage credit and debit card work with the following available digital wallets:

To unlock your account, simply select Forgot your username or password? below the Login button. You’ll need to answer validation questions and complete a multi-factor authentication process, after which you’ll be directed to the page where you can change your password.

Yes. You’ll need to provide the account and routing numbers for the external account you’d like to use, and you must also verify the account using microdeposits.

SavvyMoney is a free resource available to our members to help them understand their credit score and credit report while providing real-time credit monitoring alerts. This service also provides financial tips and education regarding the factors that make up a credit score and how to improve it.

When you’ll be able to access funds depends on your tier and the amount of the check.

Monday-Friday, except federal holidays, are considered business days. Auto-accepted deposits are not restricted by business days but may still be placed on hold.

  • A deposit made BEFORE 5:00 p.m. CST Monday-Friday (excluding holidays) is considered to be the first day of that deposit.
  • A deposit made AFTER 5:00 p.m. or on a day we’re not open is considered deposited on the next business day.

You'll receive an email notification when:

  • Your deposit is accepted or rejected. Rejections will include the reason so you can adjust and resubmit your item. Auto-accepted items are confirmed immediately on-screen.
  • The hold on an item is extended more than 2 business days. The notification will include when the funds will become available, usually no longer than 10 business days.

All checks subject to holds at Vantage Credit Union's discretion. Any applicable holds are viewable via your available balance.