Becoming a Member
Applying to become a Dakota West Credit Union member is quick and easy. You can apply at any of our eight branches or online . You will need your social security number, government-issued ID and proof of physical address. Membership in Dakota West Credit Union is open to residents living within the following areas:
- Seventy-Five (75) mile radius of Watford City
- Seventy-Five (75) mile radius of New England
- Fifty (50) mile radius of Grenora
- Fifty (50) mile radius of New Town
- Fifty (50) mile radius of Turtle Lake
- Fifty (50) mile radius of Mohall
- Fifty (50) mile radius of Bowman
- Fifty (50) mile radius of Washburn
If, after becoming a member, you move away from these areas, you will still find a home with Dakota West. You can continue your relationship with us and access your accounts through telephone, online and mobile account services. We also offer shared branching which connects us to more than 5,400 branches across the United States as well as Shared ATMs which will be surcharge free to our members. Visit the Locations tab to view the nearest shared branch or ATM.
Member Services
Once you’re a member of Dakota West Credit Union, you will enjoy a variety of financial services that make managing your money convenient and secure.
In-Branch Services
- CO-OP Shared Branching and ATMs
- Night Depository
- Notary Public (available at most branches)
- Safe Deposit Boxes
- Wire Transfer Services
Account Services
- Credit Card Rewards Please note: all users will have to register as a new user. Members may also call 1-800-338-0180 for information about their rewards.
- Direct Deposit
- Kasasa Protect
- Mastercard® Debit & Credit Card
- Premium Overdraft Protection
- Delete Online and Mobile Banking Access
Security Services
- Credit and Debit Card Security Services
- MY Cards Mobile App for Credit Cards
- Card Controls for Debit Cards
Member Forms
- Direct Deposit Form
- Donation & Sponsorship Policy
- Social Security Direct Deposit Form
- Wire Transfer Services
Please find a full list of our Policies and Disclosures on our Privacy page.
Holidays
Dakota West Credit Union will observe the following holidays in 2025:
- President’s Day – Monday, February 17, 2025
- Memorial Day – Monday, May 26, 2025
- Independence Day – Friday, July 4, 2025
- Labor Day – Monday, September 1, 2025
- Columbus Day- Monday, October 13, 2025
- Veterans Day- Tuesday, November 11, 2025
- Thanksgiving Day – Thursday, November 27, 2025
- Christmas Day – Thursday, December 25, 2025
- New Year’s Day – Thursday, January 1, 2026
Co-op Shared Branch Network
We are proud to be a part of Co-Op, one of the largest networks of financial institutions throughout the United States. Watch the below video to learn more about everywhere our services are available through the Co-Op Shared Branch Network.