Thistle Credit Union
Junior Savings
Unlock their financial future with our secured junior accounts
How it Works
How it Works
Sign Up
Open an account in one of our seven local branches across the West of Scotland
Save
Build a secure savings pot with automatic direct debits.
Transfer
The child receives full control of the account on their sixteenth birthday.
Eligibility
To be eligible to open a junior account with Thistle Credit Union you must meet all of the following:
- The child is under the age of 16.
- Live within our common bond.
** Please note that join acceptance is subject to terms and conditions. Members must be over the age of 18 to borrow.
Financial Protection
At Thistle Credit Union we’re members of The Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS), which automatically gives you savings protection for up to the value of £120,000. The FSCS is funded by the financial services industry and is free to consumers, meaning if your credit union goes out of business you will receive your money back within seven days (T&Cs apply).
How to Join
Required Documents
In order to process your application, we require a number of documents that will allow us to confirm you and the child’s identity.
Documents should be downloaded and emailed to staff@thistlecu.co.uk as a PDF file or paper copies handed into a branch. Please note that we cannot accept the original document.
- Photographic ID such as an in date passport, driving licence or full birth certificate of the adult opening the account
- Proof of address such as a bank statement or utility bill dated in the last 3 months of the adult opening the account
- Full birth certificate or in date passport for the child
Your Credit Union in Your Pocket
Managing your Thistle Credit Union account has never been easier with our free mobile app. Join over 4,000 members across the West of Scotland managing their account wherever they are.
- Check your balance
- Track income and outgoings
- Make quick withdrawals
- Easily deposit into your savings
- Calculate loan repayments
- Apply for a loan
- Track and make loan payments
Let's Get Started
Join the growing movement fighting for a fairer financial future for everyone by opening a secured junior savings account in branch today.
- Proof of address
- Photographic ID or full birth certificate
- Photographic ID or full birth certificate of the child
- Your bank details so you can save with us