COVID-19 Policy - OceanAir Federal Credit Union

Important Safety Information

The health and safety of our members and employees are our top priority. In order to protect everyone who works at or visits our facilities please review the steps we are taking below:

We encourage all of our staff and visiting members to please wear a face covering while in a CBC branch.
We have placed hand sanitizer at work stations throughout our branches.
We have increased the frequency and extent of cleaning and disinfecting all surfaces and areas of frequent points of contact (including PIN Pads and ATM screens).
We have increased the use of virtual meetings, digital signatures, and email.

While we normally love in-person visits from our members, we would now like to encourage the safety and convenience of our remote services. You may reach us:

by phone at (805) 988-2151 or CBC FCU mobile app (Android & Apple)
through web and Online Banking access
and with 30,000 service charge free ATMs in the CO-OP Network

If you have any concerns or questions please feel free to contact us at 805.988.2151 or reach out to us via email.

Frequently Asked Question

Will OceanAir Federal Credit Union close branches?

Our branches are open for business. regular hours.

What options are available if I wish to bank remotely?

All CBC members can access their accounts over the phone at (805) 988-2151 and by logging into Online Banking which includes mobile check deposit via our mobile app (Up to $3,000 per day). CBC is also part of the CO-OP ATM network which allows our members to access their accounts at more than 30,000 ATMs nationwide.

by phone at (805) 988-2151 or CBC mobile app (Android & Apple),
through web and Online Banking access (oceanairfcu.wpenginepowered.com),
and with 30,000 service charge free ATMs in the CO-OP Network

Can I still apply for a mortgage or consumer loan?

Yes, but to limit the exposure to the virus, we encourage you to do so from the comfort and safety of your home by applying online or calling 805-988-2151.

*Due to the unprecedented demand for mortgage applications, there is a longer than usual response time.

How can I get up-to-date information?

Please follow our Facebook and Twitter feeds for ongoing updates. This FAQ page will be updated with new information as it becomes available as well. We will also utilize email to communicate developments as they occur. To ensure your email on file is accurate, please check online banking, and update it if necessary.

When can I expect to see my second stimulus check from the government?

The IRS began distribution of these payments on Monday, January 4th, and will continue in waves over the next few weeks. The IRS determines these payment waves, and OceanAir Federal Credit Union does not know who will be in each wave. Immediate access to these funds is essential; we are processing these payments as we receive them from the government.

After login to your mobile account, you will find a message highlighting how to set up an alert to notify you when your stimulus check has been deposited into your account.

Why is the staff not wearing gloves when handling cash?

Our team members have the option of wearing gloves. We have taken added measures to ensure all workstations have hand sanitizer readily available for the staff. We are also following all of the recommended hygiene guidelines to ensure our facilities are clean and disinfected throughout the day.

Our friendly team is always wearing masks.

Are there any benefits that CBC is offering during the pandemic?

StrategyCorps, our Bazings partner, is providing health savings card benefits and Identity Theft Recovery assistance up to $1,000 at no cost, starting now until the end of the year. All member are eligible for these benefits, for more information, click here.

Are we considering waiving the monthly checking account fee for a few months?

Not at this time, however, we will consider it if we see the need for it.

StrategyCorps, our Bazings partner, will provide health savings card benefits and Identity Theft Recovery assistance up to $1,000 at no cost, starting now until the end of the year. For more information, click here

Are we going to reduce interest rates for members with current loans

Not at this time. We do offer our members the opportunity to explore refinancing options.

What Programs are we offering to those affected by COVID-19?

See COVID-19 Assistance Loan FAQ’s

Additional Questions

How do I pay my loan from an external account?

You have several options available to pay your loan:

You can set up an automated payment from your external account by completing an Authorization for Direct Payment form
We have a night drop available at our Ventura and Oxnard locations that can accept payments
Members have access to link an external account through Online Banking, which will allow our members to transfer to and from the linked accounts.
Our Account Service Center is also available by phone at (805) 988-2151; we can assist with taking payments over the phone using a debit or credit card from another financial institution.
Payments are accepted at any of our branches.
NEW: CBC now offers members the option to make their loan payments directly through our website without having to log in to their online account, by using the financial institutions of your choice, click for more info.

What is Mobile deposit? Is there a deposit limit?

Mobile deposit is a service that allows our members to make deposits from their mobile banking app, which includes iPhone, iPad, and Android. The current deposit limit is $5,000 per day. Keep in mind that any mobile deposits after 3:00 PM will post the next available business day.

How do I make deposits without coming into the Branch?

There are numerous deposit options available. Deposit are accepted through our night drops located in Ventura and Oxnard, through any of our ATM’s as well as the Co-Op ATM network, and checks can be deposited through mobile banking up to $5,000 per day.

How do I create an online profile for my account? Or How do I enroll in online banking?

Members can set up online banking by visiting cbcfcu.org. In the upper right-hand corner under “Username” click on the “Enroll” option and follow the prompts. You will need the member number associated with the corresponding account.

*If this is to establish a second online profile or in the event, there are technical difficulties, please contact the Account Services Center at 805.988.2151.