Prepaid and Debit Cards

Prepaid cards and debit cards are perfect for consumers that are wanting to avoid traditional credit card debt or those who may not qualify for a credit card. Compare the offers below to find which card would be best for you.

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Regular APR
0.00%
Products Offered
Mobile Banking & Visa Credit Card
Brand Name
Visa®
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Credit Check
No
Primary Benefit
May help build credit and improve your credit score over time.

Highlights

  • Credit for everyone - Regardless of your credit history!
  • Get paid up to 2 days faster - Using Direct Deposit.
  • Reports monthly to all three major credit bureaus.
  • Build credit not debt.
  • Grow your savings - Earn up to a 4.00% Bonus on Savings Pods
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See additional details for Current Build Visa® Credit Card

Current is a financial technology company, not an FDIC-insured bank. FDIC insurance up to $250,000 only covers the failure of an FDIC-insured bank. Certain conditions must be satisfied for pass-through deposit insurance coverage to apply. Banking services provided by Choice Financial Group, Member FDIC, and/or Cross River Bank, Member FDIC. The Current Visa® Debit Card, which may be issued by Choice Financial Group and/or Cross River Bank, and the Current Visa® secured charge card, which is issued by Cross River Bank, are all issued pursuant to licenses from Visa U.S.A. Inc. and may be used everywhere Visa debit or credit cards are accepted. A Current debit account is required to apply for the Current Visa® secured charge card. Independent approval required.


GO2bank

Credit Recommended:
All Credit Types Considered
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Credit Recommended:
All Credit Types Considered
Overdraft Protection
up to $200 with opt-in and eligible direct deposits
Monthly Fee
No monthly fees with eligible direct deposit, otherwise $5 per month
Activation Fee
$0
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Direct Deposit Fee
$0
ATM Fee
$0 In-network withdrawal & balance inquiry, $3 Out-of-network withdrawal, $0.50 Out-of-network balance inquiry.
Credit Recommended
All Credit Types Considered

Highlights

  • Overdraft protection up to $200 with opt-in and eligible direct deposit*
  • No monthly fees with eligible direct deposit, otherwise $5 per month
  • Earn up to 7% cash back when you buy eGift Cards in the app
  • Get your pay up to 2 days early - Get your government benefits up to 4 days early.*
  • High-yield savings account, 4.50% APY paid quarterly on savings up to $5,000.*
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*Terms and conditions apply. Cards issued by GO2bank, Member FDIC, pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A., Inc. Overdraft fees may apply. Click Apply Now to learn more.


Walmart MoneyCard®

Credit Recommended:
N/A
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Credit Recommended:
N/A
Activation Fee
$0
Monthly Fee
$0 with eligible direct deposit
Direct Deposit Fee
$0
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ATM Fee
$2.50
Credit Recommended
N/A

Highlights

  • Waive your monthly fee when you direct deposit $500+ in previous monthly period. Otherwise, $5.94 a month.*
  • Earn 3% cash back at Walmart.com, 2% cash back at Walmart fuel stations, & 1% cash back at Walmart stores, up to $75 each year.*
  • Earn 2% interest rate on up to $1,000 balance in your savings account. Plus, get chances to win cash prizes each month!*
  • Get peace of mind with three coverage levels, up to $200, for purchase transactions with opt-in & eligible direct deposit.*
    *Please see site for full terms and conditions.
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Advertiser Disclosure

More about Prepaid Cards…

Prepaid cards have typically been an invaluable asset for those who haven't yet established a credit history. They have also been one of the primary means of re-establishing credit after a bankruptcy or other financial difficulties that resulted in a poor credit rating. In both cases, they provide the company with a way to cut their risks while offering an option for customers with sub-prime credit ratings.

While every card has its own terms and conditions, prepaid cards require you to deposit funds with the company. They then issue you a card with a limit equal to the amount on deposit. Prepaid cards are very similar to debit cards except they don’t require a checking account.

*See online credit card application for details on the terms and conditions.


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