Membership
Become a member
We would be delighted to welcome you as our newest member. Find out just how easy it is to become part of a credit union that is always working for you
How to Join
You are welcome to join Public Service Credit Union, if you meet our Common Bond eligibility. The Common Bond defines who can become a member of any credit union. As an Industrial or workplace Credit Union, Public Service Credit Union welcomes current, former, and retired staff from Public Sector bodies, Civil Service departments, An Post, and Dublin Bus, along with their family members. Membership is also open to shareholders and employees of companies where our member employers hold a shareholding.
Once your membership is approved, you and your family can access the full benefits of the Credit Union difference, including personalised financial products and services and a shared community-focused support.
Step 1 – Check your eligibility
- To be eligible for membership, you must be a current, former, or retired staff member of any Public Sector body, Civil Service department, An Post, or Dublin Bus. This also includes shareholders or employees of any company where our member employers have a shareholding. In formal terms, this is referred to as Under the Aegis of.
- Additionally, family members of any of the above, regardless of where they live, are eligible for membership. This means that if a member of your family is employed by or was employed by any of the organisations outlined, you can also apply for membership.
- Family members of existing or qualifying members includes spouses, civil partners, cohabitants, parents, siblings, children, and grandchildren
- Staff of the Public Service Credit Union
- Members must live within the Island of Ireland. Special arrangements can be made for families working in the EU or Irish Diplomat Service.
- If you are unsure, please email info@pscu.ie and a member of our team will help you.
Step 2 – Gather some documents
- Photo ID – An in date/current form of photographic ID - Driver’s Licence, Passport.
- Proof Address – a utility bill, official letter, or bank statement in your name and to your address dated in the last 6 months.
- Proof of PPS Number – a payslip, correspondence from a Government Office (e.g., Revenue, Dept of Social Protection), An EHIC card (formerly an E111 Card) or on some medical cards. Please note, we are unable to accept the Green Public Services Card.
Step 3 – Choose to join in office or online via our free 24/7 Secure Credit Union App
- In Office – check opening hours here
- Online – depending on your mobile phone – Download our free to use, user friendly and secure Public Service Credit Union App (see below)
Step 4 – Using our App
The App will guide you through all the steps required to join. It is easy, secure, and simple to use.
- We use advanced biometric facial technology to capture and verify who you are. Simply take a quick selfie and you are done.
- When you are taking a photo of any forms of identification/documents to upload take time to make sure the image is clear.
Ready to Start?
Download our Mobile App
Make sure you have valid ID ready
Complete the form
Verify your identity
Upload required documentation
