Checking

Checking Accounts in Massachusetts
Open a Checking Account in MA

Open a checking account online1 with UniBank today or stop by any branch to open an account in person. 

At UniBank, checking should be more than just a place to park your money—it should be unique to you. Our UniQue Checking accounts are designed to make money management a breeze, combining everyday convenience with thoughtful benefits that fit the way you live. Whether you prefer a straightforward option or a more premium experience, UniQue Checking helps you bank confidently, easily, and on your terms.
 

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Universal Features:

  • Online Banking
  • Mobile Banking2
  • Mobile Deposit3
  • Visa® Debit Card
  • Bill Pay
  • eStatements
  • Telephone Banking
  • Quicken & QuickBooks® Compatibility 
 

Types of Checking Accounts

UniQue Plus Checking

 
  • Interest Bearing
  • Debit Card Cash Back Rewards
  • Rate Bump on CDs
  • Unlimited Non-UniBank ATM fees waived per statement cycle4
  • Unlimited International ATM fees waived per statement cycle4
  • Unlimited Non-UniBank ATM surcharge rebates5 
  • Unlimited Basic Paper Checks6
  • Fee Waiver for Money Order and Cashier's Checks7

UniQue Checking

 
  • Interest Bearing
  • 10 Non-UniBank ATM fees waived per statement cycle8
  • Free First Basic Paper Check Order9
  • Up to $20 ATM surcharge rebates10 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Military Checking11

 
  • Interest Bearing
  • Unlimited Basic Paper Checks6
  • 5 Non-UniBank ATM fees waived per statement cycle13
  • No Monthly Fee/ Minimum Balance
 
 

Student Checking12

 
  • 8 Non-UniBank ATM fees waived per statement cycle14
  • No Monthly Fee/ Minimum Balance
 
 
 
 
 

Free Checking

 
  • Non-interest Bearing
  • No Monthly Fee/ Minimum Balance
 
 
 
 
 
 

Free Checking 18-6515

 
  • Non-interest Bearing
  • Unlimited Basic Paper Checks6
  • No Monthly Fee/ Minimum Balance
 
 
 
 





























































1To open an account online, you must be 18 years of age or older.

2UniBank does not charge for using our Mobile Banking service. Your mobile carrier may charge for text messages, data transfer fees, and/or web access. Check your wireless plan for details.

3Must have a UniBank Deposit Account, Online Banking, and Mobile Banking. Additional requirements apply, inquire for details.

4When you use an ATM that is not owned or operated by us, as a benefit of this account, fees we charge for the use of Non-UniBank ATMs including International ATMs will be waived. There are no minimum balance requirements, transaction requirements, or time requirements to receive these waivers.

5When you use an ATM outside our network located within the United States, the ATM operator or other financial institution may charge a separate “convenience” or “out-of-network” fee. As a benefit of this account, we will automatically rebate ATM Surcharge fees that are charged each statement cycle. Rebates are credited at the end of each statement cycle. No customer action, enrollment, or balance requirement is needed to receive these rebates. Account must remain active at end of statement cycle to receive ATM fee rebates 

6This account includes orders of basic paper checks at no charge when ordered in person or over the phone with UniBank. No minimum balance, transaction activity, or enrollment is required. The waiver applies only to basic paper check styles; premium or specialty designs may incur additional costs.

7As part of this account, fees for Money Orders and Cashier’s Checks are waived. There are no usage limits, and no balance or activity requirements apply. Fees for these items are automatically waived at the time of issuance.

8When you use an ATM that is not owned or operated by us, ATM fees charged by us may be deducted from your account at the time of the transaction. Please refer to our Schedule of Service fees. Non-UniBank ATM fees are assessed by us in the amount of $1.50 per transaction. As a benefit of this account, we waive up to 10 fees per statement cycle; UniBank will assess ATM Fees starting at the 11th ATM withdrawal at a Non-UniBank ATM. No minimum balance, transaction activity, or other customer action is required to receive this waiver.

9You are eligible to receive your first order of basic paper checks at no charge when ordered in person or over the phone with UniBank. The standard check order fee will be waived automatically at the time of first order. The waiver applies only to basic paper check styles; premium or specialty designs may incur additional costs. There are no minimum balance requirements, time requirements, or actions required to receive this waiver.

10When you use an ATM outside our network located within the United States, the ATM operator or other financial institution may charge a separate “convenience” or “out-of-network” fee. As a benefit of this account, we will automatically rebate up to $20.00 in ATM Surcharge fees per statement cycle. Rebates are credited at the end of each statement cycle. No customer action, enrollment, or balance requirement is needed to receive these refunds. Account must remain active at end of statement cycle to receive ATM fee rebates.

11Proof of service required: For active military service members, please provide a military ID. For veterans please provide form DD214 as proof of service status to qualify. To be eligible for free basic paper checks, one signer on the account must be a current military service member or veteran. 

12Must present valid student ID and be at the age of 22 and under. Individual accounts available for students 16 to 22, under 16 must open with a parent or legal guardian. Enrollment in eStatements is required.

13When you use an ATM that is not owned or operated by us, ATM fees charged by us may be deducted from your account at the time of the transaction. Please refer to our Schedule of Service fees. Non-UniBank ATM fees are assessed by us in the amount of $1.50 per transaction. As a benefit of this account, we waive up to 5 fees per statement cycle; UniBank will assess ATM Fees starting at the 6th ATM withdrawal at a Non-UniBank ATM. No minimum balance, transaction activity, or other customer action is required to receive this waiver.

14When you use an ATM that is not owned or operated by us, ATM fees charged by us may be deducted from your account at the time of the transaction. Please refer to our Schedule of Service fees. Non-UniBank ATM fees are assessed by us in the amount of $1.50 per transaction. As a benefit of this account, we waive up to 8 fees per statement cycle; UniBank will assess ATM Fees starting at the 9th ATM withdrawal at a Non-UniBank ATM. No minimum balance, transaction activity, or other customer action is required to receive this waiver.

15For persons 65 years of age or older or 18 years of age or younger. To be eligible for free basic paper checks, the primary account holder on the account must be 65 years of age or older or 18 years of age or younger.

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