Banking in Austin

Banks all over America have varying services available. The following tips will help you select one that will best meet your banking needs. Visit their websites listed below for information about fees, additional locations, and convenient ATMs.

The following banks are located near the UT Campus. These banks do not require a Social Security Number to open an account; however, you will need official documentation, such as a Texas State ID, Driver’s License, Student ID, Passport, or Tax ID number to open a new account.

Banks

University Federal Credit Union

Address: 2244 Guadalupe St., Contact: (512) 467-8080
Address: 4611 Guadalupe St. (near 45th street and the UT Intramural Fields), Contact: (512) 467-8080

Chase Bank

Address: 1904 Guadalupe St. (at MLK Blvd), Contact: (512) 236-3070
Address: 2414 Guadalupe St.(near W. 24th St.), Contact: (512) 476-8644
Address: 1000 E. 41st St. (in the HEB supermarket, Hancock Shopping Center), Contact: (512) 302-3881

Compass Bank

Address: 321 W. 6th St. (on Guadalupe St.), Contact: (512) 421-5761

Wells Fargo

Address: 2402 Guadalupe St., Ste. C, Contact: (512) 236-1250
Address: 3221 Red River St., Contact: (512) 344-8655
Address: 3909 North I-H35 (in the Fiesta supermarket), Contact: (512) 344-7843

Questions to Ask When Choosing a Bank

What identification and documents do I need to open an account?
How much money is required to open each type of account?
What kind of checking, savings, or money market accounts does the bank offer?
What fees do they charge?
How much interest does this type of account earn?