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Membership
Essential is a community chartered Credit Union. Our field of membership includes the nine parishes of the Greater Baton Rouge Community!
Now, anyone who lives, works, worships or attends school in the following parishes may join Essential Federal Credit Union: East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, West Feliciana, Ascension, Livingston, Iberville, Pointe Coupee, and St. Helena.
JOIN ESSENTIAL TODAY!
It’s easy to become a credit union member; simply open a Savings Account by depositing and maintaining a balance of $5 or more. This deposit represents your "share" in the credit union. Once you become a member of Essential, you're welcome to remain a member for life, regardless of whether you change jobs, move, or retire. No need to leave your home to become a member, simply click below and open your account today!