These are the same steps our staff use when they help someone. "They" means the person who needs help: you, or someone you are helping. Go in order, and call ahead when you can.
1Low-cost accounts, including second chances
WaFd Bank - Silver City branch
Fresh Start second-chance checking account (Bank On certified)
575-388-1903
1301 N Hudson St, Silver City · Mon-Thu 8:30am-4:30pm; Fri 8:30am-5:00pm; closed Sat-Sun
Wells Fargo - Silver City Main branch
Clear Access Banking low-cost checkless account (Bank On certified)
575-956-1500
1201 N Pope St, Silver City · Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm; closed Sat-Sun
City of Albuquerque - Bank On Burque
List of Bank On certified bank and credit union accounts in New Mexico
505-768-4648
Albuquerque
Bring
- Photo ID
- Social Security number or ITIN
- a mailing address
2Need ID first?
Use the guide "Has no ID at all".
Use the guide "Needs a phone or a mailing address".
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Questions, or want someone to walk through this with you? The Silver City Gospel Mission, 111 S. Texas St., Silver City,
575-388-5071, weekdays 9:00am-1:45pm. Everyone is welcome.