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We do not offer joint accounts at this moment

Yes, you wil need to provide: Completed application form with Proof of Address: Utility bill, Bank Statement, Driver’s License Identification: Two Photo Identification (National ID, Passport, Driver’s License), Evidence of Source of Income: Example:Remittance Receipt

The Credit Union no longer facilitates wire transfers nor do we accept foreign cheques, servicing one’s account from overseas will be via one of the following options:n1. International Postal Order: this allows members to send funds via a post office from another country excluding Great Britain. We encourage our members to have their postal orders accompanied by a note to inform us of the distribution of the funds. There are different types of Postal orders, please ensure that you purchase an International Postal Order.n2. Standing Order from a Commercial Bank: Should a member have an account at a commercial bank in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, he/she may wire the funds to that financial institution. After he/she has completed the wire transfer, you may arrange for a standing order to be made between the bank and GECCU. This standing order is a monthly transfer which may last for several months based on the amount wired at any one time.

A person is required to give atleast one (1) month notice in writing before a withdrawal from the Credit Union can be granted.

Notarized and completed Application FormnnProof of Address:nUtility bill, Bank Statement, Driver’s LicensennIdentification:nTwo Photo Identification (ID, Passport, Driver’s License)nnSource of Income:nNotorized Employment Letter, Salary SlipnnCopy of Marriage Certificate (if applicable) which must be in color and notarizednnAll original documents must be sent via mailnDeposits can be sent in the form of: international Postal order Documents should be coloured and notarized and can also be sent via email to online@geccu.com

You wil need to provide: Completed application form, Proof of Address: Utility bill, Bank Statement, Driver’s License. (*Utility Bill must be in the name of the applicant. If the bill is not in the name of the applicant, supporting evidence should be provided such as a rental agreement or a letter from the resident owner which must be witnessed by a Justice of Peace), Identification: Two Photo Identification (National ID, Passport, Driver’s License) Evidence of trading name: Such as business registration, trader’s license, purchase order/invoice, business card, contract agreement, website address, price list, Evidence of Source of Income: Example: Bank Statement, Invoice, Receipt

To become a member you must be age 16 and above. You must also present your proof of address, Identification information and Source of Income. Proof of Address: Driver Licence, Bank Statement, Utility Bill (*Utility bill must be in the name of the applicant. If the bill is not in the name of the applicant, supporting evidence should be provided such as a rental aggreement or a letter from the resident owner which must be witnessed by a Justice of the Peace) Identification: Two Photo Identification Primary: (ID, Passport) Secondary: (Driver’s License, Farmer ID, College ID, Fisherman’s ID) Source of Income: Job Letter, Salary Slip, Benefit/Pension Letter)

When Junior Savers reaches the age of 16, they are required to complete an Adult Membership application form. They may either sit with a Member Service Representative or they may submit a notarized application form along with the required documents.

Initial Payment: $220 XCDnnEntrance fee: $5.00nQualifying Shares (100 shares @ $1.00 each): $100.00nEquity Shares (at least 50 shares @ $1.00 annually): $50.00nDeath Benefit (annually): $30.00nSocial Development Fund (annually): $20.00nRegular Share Savings (minimum monthly): $15.00

Primary Identification: National ID Card, Passport, Secondary Identification: Driver’s Licence, Framer’s ID, Green Card, Health Card, Passport Card, VISA (with photo), Customs/Port/Police ID, Work Permit (with photos).

Identification: Ages 16-17: Birth Certificate & A passport sized photo stamped and witnessed by a Justice of the Peace – Lawyer or Police (Inspector upwards), Passport, Driver’s Licence. Ages 18 & over: National ID, Passport, Driver’s Licence. Proof of Address: Utility bill, Bank Statement, Driver’s License (*Utility bill must be in the name of the applicant. If the bill is not in the name of the applicant, supporting evidence should be provided such as a rental aggreement or a letter from the resident owner which must be witnessed by a Justice of the Peace) Source of Income: Job Letter, Salary Slip from parent or the Junior Saver that is transitioning.

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When the Junior Saver reaches the age of 16 years, the amount in his/her Junior Saver account will be transferred to a Shares Account.

Proof of Address: Driver’s Licence, Hire Purchase Agreement, Property Tax Statement, Bank Statement (most recent), Utility Bill (CWSA, Vinlec, internet or cable) *Utility Bill must be in the name of the applicant. If the bill is not in the name of the applicant, supporting evidence should be provided such as a rental agreement or a letter from the resident owner which must be witnessed by a Justice of Peace.

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