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WELCOME TO PIONEER APPALACHIA FCU

Welcome to Pioneer.
Let's get you settled in.

You’ve joined Pioneer, and we’re glad you’re here. Whether you opened your first account or financed something important, we’ll help you get connected, settle in and make your membership work for you.

START HERE

Three things to do first.

These steps give you a strong start. You can do them in order, or jump to whichever one you need right now.

01Get access

Start with online banking

Register to see balances, move money and manage your accounts securely. Have your member or account information handy.

Enroll in online banking
02Bank on your phone

Download the Pioneer app

Once you have online banking access, sign in to the app with the same credentials. Check balances, deposit checks and set alerts.

Set up mobile banking

STEP-BY-STEP HELP

Need a little more direction?

Choose what you’re setting up to see the exact next steps. These guides stay tucked away until you need them.

01Create your online banking accountStart here if you have not enrolled yet.
  1. Go to the Pioneer website or open the Pioneer mobile app.
  2. Select Login, then Enroll.
  3. Enter your member number or Social Security number in the secure enrollment form, as requested.
  4. Follow the prompts to create your credentials and complete any identity verification.
Enroll securely
02Set up mobile bankingAccess your accounts on your phone.
  1. Download the Pioneer Appalachia FCU app through your device’s app store.
  2. Log in using the username and password you created for online banking.
  3. Review your profile, turn on notifications and explore balances, transfers and mobile deposit.
Find the app
03Turn on e-StatementsKeep monthly statements easy to find.
  1. Sign in to online banking or the mobile app and find e-Statements.
  2. Review or confirm your contact information, then accept the electronic delivery terms.
  3. Watch for a notification when your new statement is ready; open it in online banking.
About e-Statements
04Link an account at another bankFind the account-adding options in the app.
  1. Sign in to the Pioneer app and open the Accounts screen from the menu (☰).
  2. On the Accounts screen, look for the + in the upper-right corner or Add an account below the list.
  3. Check which connection options are offered. If Link External Accounts is available, select it and follow the secure steps for your other bank.
  4. Before moving money: an account that appears in your list may be linked for viewing only. Confirm it can be selected as a funding account in the transfer screen.
See the external transfer guide
05Activate a debit or credit cardGet ready to use your new card.
  1. Locate the activation number included with your card and call it.
  2. Follow the prompts, including PIN setup if prompted for your card type.
  3. If you cannot find activation instructions, open Support in your Pioneer app or contact the credit union.
  4. Have a Pioneer Perks card? Register the card at uchooserewards.com to begin earning eligible rewards.
Get card support
06Set up direct depositMove your paycheck or recurring income.
  1. Download Pioneer's Direct Deposit Authorization Form using the link below.
  2. Fill in your member name, contact information and any other personal details required by your employer.
  3. Enter your account type and full Pioneer account number (not your member number). The form lists Pioneer's routing number: 251983730.
  4. Choose whether to deposit your entire net pay, a percentage or a specific dollar amount, and provide the effective date if needed.
  5. Enter your employer or payer, then sign and date the authorization. Submit it directly to your employer's payroll or HR department using their approved process.
  6. Watch for your first deposit in online or mobile banking before ending your previous deposit arrangement.

This form requests personal information. Return it securely to your employer or payer, not through an unsecured email or a website message.

07Enroll in Bill PayHelp keep recurring bills organized.
  1. Sign in to online banking with your Pioneer checking account.
  2. Open Payments or Bill Pay and select Pay a Bill, then Enroll, if shown.
  3. Add payees, review their information carefully and schedule your payments.
  4. Check that your first scheduled payment is delivered as expected.
Go to online banking
08Explore budgeting and credit toolsBuild habits that help you stay on track.
  1. Open Spending Habits or the budgeting area of the Pioneer app.
  2. Review spending categories and set a monthly budget or savings goal.
  3. Open Credit Score & More for access to SavvyMoney credit monitoring.
  4. Check your spending and credit progress regularly as your finances change.
Explore credit monitoring
09Make a transfer in the Pioneer appChoose the accounts, amount and timing.
  1. Sign in and open the app's Transfer screen.
  2. Tap From and select the eligible account you want to move money out of.
  3. Tap To and select the receiving account. For a loan payment, only select your loan if it is shown as an eligible destination.
  4. Enter the Amount. Review Frequency (such as Once) and Date (such as Soonest available).
  5. Review every field, then tap Submit when enabled. Save any confirmation and verify that the money reaches the intended account or loan.
See the transfer screen example

Menu names and screens can vary slightly by app version. For account-specific questions, contact Pioneer directly.

MAKING THE SWITCH

Moving your banking? We've got you.

Changing financial institutions can feel like a lot. Use this list to move deposits and payments carefully so your daily routine stays on track.

Pioneer routing number251983730

For direct deposit, you’ll also need your full account number, not your member number. Find it in your Pioneer app.

Get the Direct Deposit Authorization Form

Your banking switch checklist

Check off each item as you complete it. Your selections are not saved when you leave this page.

One important tip: Keep your old account open until your deposits and scheduled payments are working at Pioneer. This helps prevent missed payments and unexpected fees.

TRANSFER & LOAN PAYMENT GUIDE

Moving money? Here's what to look for.

The Pioneer app lets you choose where money comes from and where it goes. Use this guide to make a transfer between eligible accounts and to check your options for paying a Pioneer auto loan using another bank.

FROM TO
PART 01 FIND OR ADD AN ACCOUNT

Start on the Accounts screen.

  1. Sign in to the Pioneer app and open Accounts from the menu (☰).
  2. Tap the + at the top right, or look for Add an account at the bottom.
  3. If the app offers Link External Accounts, follow the connection and verification prompts for your other bank.
  4. Remember: seeing an outside account in your account list does not necessarily mean you can transfer from it.
PART 02 COMPLETE AN ELIGIBLE TRANSFER

Use the Transfer screen.

  1. Open Transfer, then tap From to choose the funding account.
  2. Tap To to choose the receiving account or eligible loan, then enter the Amount.
  3. Check Frequency and Date. Your app may show Once and Soonest available.
  4. Review the details before tapping Submit. Keep the confirmation and verify the money or loan payment posts.
WHAT YOU'LL SEE IN THE APP

The two screens to recognize.

These simplified examples use the labels shown in the Pioneer app. No member account information is displayed.

Accounts+
Add an account
Use the + or Add an account to look for available account connection options.
TransferSubmit
FromChoose eligible account ›
ToChoose destination ›
Amount$0.00
FrequencyOnce ›
DateSoonest available ›
Double-check the From and To accounts, amount and timing before submitting.

Illustrations only. The screens and eligible accounts you see may vary. This does not show or guarantee an external-bank loan payment option.

Paying an auto loan with money at another bank? Look at the From list to see whether your outside bank is eligible, and at the To list to see whether your auto loan is available. If either is missing, ask Pioneer about supported payment methods instead of assuming the account connection set up your payment.

Important: An account connection is not itself a transfer or loan payment. Do not assume a payment is scheduled until you have completed a supported payment method and received confirmation. Verify the payment posts before your due date.

Ask about loan payments

YOUR MEMBERSHIP, YOUR WAY

Little things that make banking easier.

Once you’re connected, these services can save you time, help you stay organized and make everyday money decisions a little simpler.

Go paperless

Set up e-Statements to access statements digitally and receive notifications when they are ready.

How digital banking works

Put bills on a schedule

If you use Pioneer checking, set up Bill Pay in online banking to help keep payments organized.

Open online banking

Get your card ready

Activate a new debit or credit card using the instructions that arrive with your card.

Card questions? Contact us

Check your credit, for free

Find Credit Score & More in online banking. Checking your own score here does not affect it.

Explore your credit benefits

Understand your spending

Explore budgeting tools in the Pioneer app to keep track of monthly spending and set goals.

Explore digital tools

Learn something useful

Find short lessons, videos and worksheets on saving, borrowing, credit and financial security.

Visit education hub
For your security, always enter account credentials and personal information inside Pioneer's official online banking or app, not in an email or text.

MORE FROM PIONEER

There's more to your membership.

As your needs change, you can keep more of your financial life close to home. Explore a few ways Pioneer can help.

Compare checking accounts

Products, rewards and loan offers are subject to eligibility, applicable terms and approval requirements.

GOOD TO KNOW

Questions new members ask.

Where do I find my account number?

In the Pioneer mobile app, select your checking account and scroll to account numbers. Your full account number is different from your member number. For direct deposit, use your full account number.

Does linking my outside bank automatically pay my auto loan?

No. The Accounts screen may offer outside account linking, but that alone does not set up a transfer or loan payment. Use the transfer walkthrough to check the available From and To choices. Contact Pioneer if your outside bank or loan is not listed.

Can I use the mobile app right away?

First enroll in online banking. Then download the Pioneer Appalachia FCU mobile app and sign in with the credentials you created.

When can I close my old bank account?

Keep your old account open until your first deposit reaches Pioneer, recurring payments have moved and cleared, and you have reviewed outstanding checks or transactions. This helps you avoid missed payments and unnecessary fees.

Does checking my score affect my credit?

No. Checking your credit through Pioneer’s Credit Score & More tool uses a soft inquiry and does not affect your credit score.

WE'RE HERE FOR YOU

Real people. Real answers. Right here.

Need help enrolling, moving your direct deposit or finding something in your account? Our local team can walk you through it.

Call (304) 348-6648
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