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31 Oct 2025

Why Your Next Career Step Should Be with Gateway Credit Union

Join Gateway Credit Union in Pontypool as a Member Services Officer! Deliver outstanding service, supporting our community values.

23 Oct 2025

Kids Eat FREE or £1 This October Half Term (October 27th - 31st)

Kids eat FREE or £1 this October Half Term! Skip the cooking, save money.

21 Oct 2025

Festivity, Finance, and the Fine Print

It’s that exciting time of year! As the days get shorter, our thoughts turn to festive shopping, gifts for loved ones, and maybe a new outfit or two for the holiday parties.

20 Oct 2025

Shining Bright at the Credit Unions of Wales Celebration!

Award win for Gateway Credit Union! Read about Charlotte's Award of Recognition at the Credit Unions of Wales event and our commitment to financial wellbeing.

15 Oct 2025

Managing your finances from your pay packet!

Partnering with local employers to make saving simple. Don't see your company? Here's how to fix that.

10 Oct 2025

Opening the Conversation on World Mental Health Day

Open the conversation for World Mental Health Day. Get practical tips on talking about your mental health and checking in on loved ones

06 Oct 2025

Shape Our Future: Join the Board of Directors

We're looking for passionate individuals to join our Board of Directors! This is a unique opportunity to help guide the future of your credit union and ensure we continue to serve our members effectively.

06 Oct 2025

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22 Sep 2025

You're eligible to join Gateway Credit Union (GCU) and apply for a loan!

Gateway Credit Union (GCU) is a reputable financial institution with over 27 years of experience dedicated to assisting the residents of Torfaen, Monmouthshire and surrounding areas in achieving financial resilience in the present complex economic environment

19 Sep 2025

Wedding Bells and Budget Woes: Why One-Third of Couples Are Borrowing to Say "I Do"

The dream of a perfect wedding often comes with a hefty price tag. It's a surprising, yet increasingly common, reality that 1 in 3 couples expects to borrow to pay for their wedding. This trend isn't without its reasons, and understanding them can help couples navigate their journey to the altar.

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Savings

Save With Gateway Credit Union

Save With Gateway Credit Union

If you're fortunate enough to have savings already why not place some of it with Gateway Credit Union? Your money will be accessible, 100% safe and earn a dividend when we make a surplus. Plus your savings will be put to good use in the local community by being loaned to fellow members.

When you join Gateway, we encourage you to save regularly, even if it is only a few pounds a week or month. We know that it can sometimes be difficult to save and we try to make it as easy and convenient for you as we can. If you are not sure which account or payment method would suit you, please give us a call or drop in for a chat.

We rely on our members savings to be able to give loans; we don't borrow on the money markets or take risks with your savings. We also know that our members appreciate the peace of mind that comes from having savings, often for the first time.

Every year we put aside money in our Benevolent Fund to help with members funeral expenses. £25, £50 or £75 for each year of membership. More details here.

We currently have four types of savings account for adults

and two for children

We charge an annual membership fee of £2 deducted from your Share Account at the end of September. The minimum to open a Share Account and become a member is £5. The current maximum shareholding per member allowed under our current rules is £30,000.

We have lots of convenient ways to pay into your savings or loan account. You can use any or all of them, whatever suits you best. Click here for details

Withdrawing money

Most members register a bank account with us for phone and online withdrawals up to £2000. Alternatively you can call in or post us a signed withdrawal form. We will make a transfer to your bank account. Withdrawal requests are generally processed on the same working day as we receive them.

Keeping track of your savings

When you open an account we will issue you with a card and your membership number. We will normally send you an annual statement, but you can request a statement at any time. We offer an online members area for PC users, and a mobile app for your tablet or smartphone.

If you want to keep track of your cash payments, ask us for a passbook.