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CHECKING FOR MILITARY MEMBERS
Built for military life, Flagstar Elite Checking combines everyday banking features with premium perks.
Open online securely with just $50
No monthly fee for active and former military personnel
Premium perks, including dedicated client service
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Manage spending, receive and make payments, and access your money when and where you need it.
Flagstar Elite Checking delivers a dedicated client service line, access to preferred CD rates2, and higher mobile deposit and transfer limits.3
$0 monthly service charge for active and former military personnel.
Flagstar Elite Checking provides a suite of digital banking tools, whether you are at home or abroad.
Spend securely anywhere with your Flagstar Visa® Debit Card4
Check balances, monitor your credit, and manage all your accounts in one place with Online and Mobile Banking5
Send money in minutes with Zelle® and pay bills online for free
Deposit checks quickly and securely using your smartphone
get real-time text or email notifications about deposits, withdrawals, and account activity.
Surcharge-free withdrawals at 56,000+ Flagstar ATMs7 and over 300 branches
4.7 / 5 App Store rating as of 8/1/2026
Yes, veterans and active service members can open a Flagstar Elite Checking account with no monthly fee.
Yes, active and former military personnel can open a Flagstar Elite Checking account with their family members as joint owners.
We reserve the right to change account benefits at any time without notice. Certain restrictions may apply. Please see the complete Disclosure Guide for additional details.
Interest rates are tiered to a maximum amount.
Zelle® and the Zelle® related marks are wholly owned by Early Warning Services, LLC and are used herein under license.