# Blaze Credit Union Free Checking: $225 bonus

Canonical: https://dealaka.com/offers/blaze-credit-union-free-checking-sign-up-bonus

- Status: Limited reports
- Bonus: $225
- Requirement: Direct deposit + 6 debit purchases in 60 days
- Expires: no published end date
- Availability: Nationwide
- Institution: Blaze Credit Union
- Verified: Jul 19, 2026 against blazecu.com
- Field reports: 0

## Summary
Open a new Blaze Free Checking account and get $225 deposited right away. To keep it, you need to set up direct deposit or an automatic payment, make 6 debit card transactions within 60 days, and keep the account open for six months.

## Requirements
1. Open a Blaze Free Checking account with at least a $100 minimum deposit.
2. Set up an automatic payment or direct deposit within 60 calendar days of opening.
3. Make a total of 6 debit card transactions (excluding ATM transactions) within 60 calendar days.
4. Keep the account open for six months.

## Fine print that matters
- Offer valid only for those with no prior checking relationship with Blaze Credit Union in the last 12 months.
- $100 minimum deposit required to open the account.
- $225 is deposited to the checking account upon account opening but can be reclaimed if requirements are not met.
- Account holder is responsible for any applicable taxes.
- Offer subject to termination at any time and other conditions may apply.

## Sources
- blazecu.com offer page <https://blazecu.com/about/promotions> (checked Jul 19, 2026)

_This entry is reference information, not financial advice. Confirm current terms on the institution's site before you apply._