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America First Credit Union · Visa

Secured Visa Credit Card

Secured Secured
$0 Annual Fee
13.74% Variable Purchase APR
350+ Recommended FICO
Browse Cards America First Credit Union Secured Visa Credit Card

Rewards

CategoryRateTypeCap
All Other Purchases
This card functions strictly as a credit-building product and does not participate in the America First rewards or cash back programs.
0x Points No cap

Benefits & Protections

BenefitCategoryValue / Coverage
Chip-Enabled Security
Card includes EMV chip technology for added security at point-of-sale transactions.
Financial Complimentary
Credit-Building Tool
Spending limit is tied to and secured by funds held in a savings account, allowing members with limited or damaged credit history to build or rebuild credit through responsible use.
Financial
No Annual Fee
The Secured Visa carries no annual fee for cardholders.
Financial $0
Up to $0
Personalized Card Design
Picture Perfect lets cardholders create a custom card design using a photo of their choice.
Lifestyle Complimentary
Local Discounts
Cardholders have access to local merchant discount offers through America First's Visa cardholder benefits program.
Other
Card Guard Mobile Security
Free mobile app feature allowing cardholders to turn their card on/off, set spending limits, restrict transactions by geography or merchant, and receive real-time usage notifications.
Security Complimentary
Identity Theft Recovery Services
Access to identity theft recovery support services for cardholders affected by identity theft.
Security Complimentary
Zero Liability / Unauthorized Use Protection
Cardholders are not held responsible for unauthorized purchases made on their card, whether due to loss, theft, or fraud.
Security Complimentary
Travel Emergency Assistance
Cardholders can call a 24/7 Visa assistance line for pre-trip help, including required immunization information for destinations, plus emergency travel services.
Travel Complimentary

Interest Rates

Purchase APR13.74% Variable
Balance Transfer APR13.74%
Cash Advance APR13.74%

Fees

Annual Fee $0 — No Annual Fee
Foreign Transaction Fee1%
Balance Transfer FeeNone
Cash Advance FeeMinimum $10, maximum 3%

Approval & Eligibility

350 Recommended minimum FICO · Range 350–689
300 Poor580 Fair 670 Good740 Very Good 800+ Exceptional
Approval DifficultyEasy
Credit ProfileFair
Approval OddsExcellent
Student EligibleYes
Business EligibleNo
Credit Limit Range $300 – $5,000

Issuer Rules & Restrictions

Shutdown Risk Triggers
Missed or late payments leading to loss of secured deposit, maxing out the secured limit (high utilization), credit limit tied directly to savings account balance so withdrawing collateral funds can trigger account closure or limit reduction
International Friendly
May have limitations for international use.
Additional Issuer Rules
America First Credit Union has no published sign-up bonus or churning-specific rules for the Secured Visa, as it carries no welcome bonus and is primarily a credit-building product requiring membership and a savings-account deposit as collateral. There is no documented community-recognized application velocity rule (no 5/24-style restriction) for this credit union.
Military & Hardship
MLA Compliant
Complies with the Military Lending Act (36% APR cap for active duty servicemembers).
Hardship Program
Hardship program available.
America First Credit Union
$0
Annual Fee
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APR 13.74% Variable
Quick Summary
Annual Fee Free
Min. FICO350+
NetworkVisa
Card TypeSecured
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