Struggling to open a checking account in Missouri due to a negative ChexSystems listing?
While most banks use ChexSystems to review your banking history, there are some that don’t. Additionally, some banks offer second checking accounts.
Non-ChexSystems & Second Chance Banks in Missouri
We’ve compiled a comprehensive list of Missouri banks and credit unions that allow anyone to open a checking account, regardless of their banking history.
U.S. Bank
Features & Benefits
- Up to $400 bonus
- Minimum opening deposit of $25
- Monthly service fee: $0 or $6.95
- Over 40,000 surcharge-free MoneyPass ATMs
SoFi
Features & Benefits
- Sign-up bonus up to $300 with qualifying direct deposits
- No monthly fee
- Earn up to 3.80.00% APY on savings
- Over 55,000 fee-free ATMs
Current
Features & Benefits
- Build credit just by using your debit card
- No minimum balance or monthly fees
- 40,000 fee-free Allpoint ATMs in the U.S.
- Get paid up to 2 days faster
Upgrade
Features & Benefits
- Up to 4.02% APY on savings
- Up to 2% cash back
- No minimum balance requirement
- No monthly fees or overdraft fees
Chime
Features & Benefits
- Over 14.5 million downloads
- No credit check or ChexSystems
- No minimum opening deposit
- Over 60,000 fee-free1 ATMs
Armed Forces Bank
Armed Forces Bank does not rely on ChexSystems for screening applicants. Instead, they use an Equifax credit report and Certegy check services.
Arsenal Credit Union
Arsenal Credit Union doesn’t use ChexSystems to evaluate new applications, but instead screens through Telecheck.
Cadence Bank
Cadence Bank offers several checking accounts that don’t require a ChexSystems review.
Central Bank of Kansas City
Central Bank of Kansas City doesn’t use ChexSystems for new applicants. Instead, you just need to provide two forms of ID, one of which must be government-issued.
Central Bank of the Midwest
Central Bank of the Midwest offers an account called Fresh Start Checking, designed for those who need a second chance at banking.
Central Communications Credit Union
Central Communications does not use ChexSystems, Telecheck or EWS. Instead, CCCU runs a credit report and credit score check on all new applications.
Chester National Bank
Chester National Bank uses Telecheck instead of ChexSystems when screening new applications. They also run a credit report.
Columbia Credit Union
Columbia Credit Union offers Fresh-Start Checking for those who have experienced difficulties with account management in the past.
Concordia Bank
Concordia Bank offers a second chance checking account for individuals with past banking issues.
Electro Savings Credit Union
Electro Savings Credit Union offers Fresh Start Checking for those who need a second chance.
First Community Credit Union
First Community Credit Union doesn’t use ChexSystems, Telecheck, or EWS to screen new applications.
First Missouri Credit Union
First Missouri Credit Union uses Telecheck instead of ChexSystems to review applications.
First State Community Bank
First State Community Bank offers a second chance checking account called New Opportunity Checking.
Focus Bank
Focus Bank offers a Fresh Start Checking account for customers who need a second chance.
Great Southern Bank
Great Southern Bank offers a second chance checking account that requires a $25 minimum deposit to open and comes with a $10 monthly fee.
Health Care Family Credit Union
Health Care Family Credit Union offers a second chance checking account called Fresh Start Checking. It requires a $50 initial deposit and has a $10 monthly fee.
Kansas City Credit Union
Kansas City Credit Union (KCCU) uses Telecheck instead of ChexSystems to screen new applications.
Missouri Credit Union
Missouri Credit Union offers a second chance account called Smart Start Checking. It requires a $25 deposit to open, with no monthly fees or minimum balance requirements.
Montgomery Bank
Montgomery Bank offers second chance checking called New Start.
Neighbors Credit Union
Neighbors Credit Union (NCU) uses Telecheck, rather than ChexSystems, to screen new applications.
St. Louis Community Credit Union
St. Louis Community offers a second chance checking account called Freedom Checking.
United Consumers Credit Union
United Consumers Credit Union offers members a second chance checking account.
United Credit Union
United Credit Union offers second chance checking called Restore Checking.
Wood & Huston Bank
Wood & Huston Bank’s StartFresh Checking account is designed for individuals looking to rebuild their financial stability.
Non-ChexSystems Banks by State
Looking for more information and additional options available in your area? Select your state from the list below to explore your options.
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- Washington, DC
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming