Any
questions? Ask our International Ambassador by e-mailing
international@guasfcu.com
How to open an account...before
arriving to the U.S.!
1. Log-in to Georgetown
University's MyAccess
2. View Biographical Information
3. Copy your 9 digit university ID in
lieu of a SSN
4. Fill out our online open
account form
Top 5 Reasons to Open Your Account
1. Parents can wire funds prior to leaving, and will
be available on your new VISA card
2. Avoid traveling with large amounts of cash / travelers
checks
3. Ability to make purchases online immediately (i.e.
books)
4. Have a bank statement necessary to obtain a cell-phone
5. Avoid ATM and currency exchange fees
How to access your funds in the U.S.
- Cash: Easy but you should not carry too much
because it’s not safe.
- You can’t carry more than $10,000 in cash without
declaring it
with customs at the airport
- Traveler’s Cheque: usually High fees when cashing
- International debit card: Best exchange rate
- ATM Usage: Best exchange rate, most
locations in the U.S.
- Credit Card: Real time exchange rate but not cash
- Georgetown GoCard: Not secure and no interest, but
more importantly doesn’t cater to all vendors. For example
when we go to Tysons Corner, the mall, New York, internationally,
etc. Learn More
