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Credit Cards

Boost your purchasing power and gain a financial safety net with the best VISA credit card for your needs.
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Bowater Credit Union has a VISA credit card to suit your lifestyle, whether you want to take advantage of amazing rewards options or you want a straightforward card with a convenient fixed rate. Whatever your preference, we offer all our members great rates and superior local service.

To us, you’re more than just a number. We’re invested in our community, and that means we’re invested in you. We’re here to offer you the right credit card to achieve your financial goals.

A beach umbrella scene like a vacation you can redeem through a Rewards credit card.

ScoreCard Rewards Visa

Have fun earning points on purchases and treat yourself with great rewards.

A woman uses her low-rate credit card to shop online.

Classic Visa Credit Card

Relax knowing you have a fixed rate and can pay for everything you need now or on a rainy day.

No Annual Fee

We won’t charge you extra to maintain your credit card account.

Competitive Rates

Whichever card you choose, we’ll work with you to secure a great rate.

VISA Purchase Alerts

Customize your alerts so you can quickly respond to fraudulent activity.

 

Free eZCard Service

Sign up to analyze your spending, review your statements, and pay bills online.

 

25-Day Grace Period

At the end of your billing cycle, you get another 25 days to make payments.

 

Balance Transfers

Transfer your high-interest balance from another lender and start saving!

No Annual Fee

We won’t charge you extra to maintain your credit card account.

Competitive Rates

Whichever card you choose, we’ll work with you to secure a great rate.

VISA Purchase Alerts

Customize your alerts so you can quickly respond to fraudulent activity.

Free eZCard Service

Sign up to analyze your spending, review your statements, and pay bills online.

25-Day Grace Period

At the end of your billing cycle, you get another 25 days to make payments.

Balance Transfers

Transfer your high-interest balance from another lender and start saving!

See Our Simple Application Process for Credit Union Credit Cards!

Step
1
Apply Online
 
Gather your personal information and documents and use our secure online portal.
Step
2
Quick Review
 
We’ll check your eligibility then offer you a rate based on your credit score and financial situation.
Step
3
Receive Your Card
 
Once you get your new credit card, you can start spending, earning points, or saving on interest!

★★★★★

“This is a wonderful place for all your banking needs and a great place if you want to find a true friend. All the employees there are fantastic, they’re always wearing a smile, ready and willing to help you in any way possible. They make going to a bank a pleasurable experience.”
 
– Ruby H., Cleveland, TN

VISA Credit Card FAQs

Q: How do I know which Bowater Credit Union credit card is right for me?

A: We’re happy to talk with you about your needs and guide you towards the best card for your situation. Or simply consider these questions to help you make up your mind:

  • Are you the kind of person who cuts out coupons to get discounts or likes to shop online with discount codes? If so, you might like to earn points on a ScoreCard Rewards VISA then redeem them for amazing ScoreCard Rewards like merchandise, travel, experiences, and more.

Are you the kind of person who likes to know what’s coming with the least amount of fuss? If so, you might like the security that comes with a fixed-rate Classic VISA so you simply buy what you need then pay your balance down as budget permits.

Q: What protections do your credit cards offer?

A: To reduce the risk of fraud, both our VISA credit cards come with the option to enroll in Visa Purchase Alerts. This free service can notify you when your card is used to make a purchase. 

You can also customize the notifications. For example, you could request to be notified for any purchases over $500 or you may get a notification for all purchases.

  • If you made the purchase, you don’t need to do anything when you receive an alert.
  • If you didn’t make the purchase, you can take instant steps to cancel your card, and alert your card issuer and the authorities.
Q: What credit score do I need to get a credit union credit card?

A:  For our ScoreCard Rewards VISA,  there is no minimum credit score required The APR is based on your credit score and can vary from 6% to 24%. 

Approval is based on factors including:

  • Your debt-to-income (DTI) ratio
  • Your overall financial situation and repayment history

To qualify for our fixed rate Classic VISA, you’ll need a credit score of 700+.

Q: Do I need to pay an annual fee?

A: No, there’s no annual fee, whether you choose our Rewards VISA or Classic VISA! In addition, our Classic VISA and ScoreCard Rewards VISA offers no balance transfer fee and no over-limit fee.

To keep your credit score in great shape, you should always pay on time and, that way, you’ll avoid our late payment fee equal to 5% of your minimum payment due with a $20 minimum. Luckily, there’s a 25-day grace period for the repayment of your balance for purchases!

There’s also a $0.50 minimum finance charge if you don’t pay off your balance in full each month.

Similar Loan Products

Personal Loans

Your signature alone gives you access to cash with our Personal and Unsecured Loan options. Choose from our revolving line of credit, 90-day note, or personal loan.

Auto Loans

Are you looking for a simple, no worries credit card?  Our Classic VISA offers a low, fixed rate of 9.9% APR (700+  credit score only).
 

Home Equity Line of Credit

Establish a credit line of up to 80 percent of your home’s appraised equity (up to $100,000), and then enjoy a 20-year loan term with a low interest rate.

Our Branch Locations

1112 Congress Pkwy S.
Athens, TN 37303
5123 Highway 11 S
Calhoun, TN 37309
4531 Hardwick Farms Pky. NE
Cleveland, TN 37312
1040 King Street
Cleveland, TN 37311
1007 Keith Street
Cleveland, TN 37311

Our Branch Locations

1112 Congress Pkwy S.

Athens, TN 37303

5123 Highway 11 S

Calhoun, TN 37309

4531 Hardwick Farms Pky. NE

Cleveland, TN 37312

1040 King Street

Cleveland, TN 37311

1007 Keith Street

Cleveland, TN 37311