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General FAQs

What is the Hughes routing number?

The Hughes routing number is 322174944.


How can I see the status of my loan application?

Visit our application status portal to check your application status, upload documents, or submit questions or comments.


What information and documents do I need to apply for an account online?

You will need the following information to complete an application online or in a branch:

  • Social Security Number
  • A valid form of government-issued identification more than 30 days old
  • Previous address if at your current address for less than two years
  • Joint applicant/Co-Borrower information (if applicable)
  • If applying for membership: Information to fund your new account (existing HFCU member number, account and routing number from another financial institution, or a credit/debit card)
  • If applying for a loan: Previous employer information if at current employer for less than two years), proof of income, and collateral information (secured loan requests only).


What is the mailing address?

Hughes Federal Credit Union

PO Box 11900

Tucson, AZ 85734


What are your business hours?

Business hours vary by location. Check the Location Finder to see the hours at a particular Hughes branch.

The Contact Center is available to take your call 8am - 5pm (Monday-Thursday), 8am - 6pm (Friday), and 9am - 1pm (Saturday) at 520-794-9341.


What holidays are you closed?

Hughes branches are closed on the following holidays:

  • New Year's Day (January 1)
  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day (January 19)
  • President's Day (February 16)
  • Memorial Day (May 25)
  • Juneteenth (June 19)
  • Independence Day (July 4)
  • Labor Day (September 7)
  • Columbus Day (October 12)
  • Veterans Day (November 11)
  • Thanksgiving Day (November 26)
  • Christmas Eve 1/2 Day (December 24)
  • Christmas Day (December 25)


How do I make a car payment?

Hughes offers several ways to make your car payment. Visit the Make a Payment page for details.


Do you provide notary services?

Yes. Notary services are available to Hughes members at no charge. Stop by any Hughes branch during regular business hours. No appointment is necessary to see a notary public; however, if you have several documents to be notarized, we encourage you to schedule an appointment at the branch most convenient to you.

We also offer a 24/7 online notary service. Visit our Online Notary page for more details.


How can I change the PIN on my debit card?

To change your Hughes debit card PIN, bring your card to any Hughes branch during regular business hours and speak with the receptionist, or log in to your online banking account and navigate to myCards.


How do I find Shared Branch or ATM locations?

Use our Location Finder to search for a CO-OP Shared Branch or surcharge-free ATM near you.


How do I report fraud on my account?

Please contact us directly as soon as possible to report fraud.


How do I add a joint owner to my account?

If you would like to add a new joint owner to your existing membership, you have the following options:

  • Use the online Add a Joint Owner Application (fastest and easiest)
  • Come into a branch together, and a Member Service Representative can assist you. Be sure to bring a government-issued ID, such as a U.S. driver's license.
  • Call 520-794-8341 and request that the form be mailed to you.


How do I remove a joint owner from my account?

The easiest option is to have all current membership owners come into a branch together to complete the necessary documentation. A Member Service Representative will walk you through the process.

If everyone is not available to visit a branch:

  • The joint owner must complete the Disclaimer to Remove Joint Owner form and give it to the primary member. This must be notarized if not signed in a branch.
  • The primary member needs to complete a new Application for Membership form with all remaining joint owners. This also must be notarized if not signed in a branch.
  • The primary member will need to submit both forms, along with valid, government-issued identification, to the Member Services Department for processing.

You may come into any of our branches or call and request that the forms be mailed to you.

NOTE: If the joint owner is a co-borrower on an outstanding loan, we may not be able to remove them from the membership.


How can I transfer funds from another financial institution into my Hughes account?

  • In the Hughes mobile app or online banking, click Transfers > External Transfers.
  • Deposit a check from your other financial institution to your Hughes account. Check holds may apply.
  • Mail a Bill Payment from your other financial institution to Hughes.
  • Send an ACH transfer from your other financial institution to Hughes.
  • Initiate a wire transfer from your other financial institution to Hughes.


How do I set up direct deposit?

To set up direct deposit at your work, contact your employer's payroll department and provide the following information:

Hughes Federal Credit Union

PO Box 11900

Tucson, AZ 85734

Routing Number: 322174944

Your account number

Social Security recipients can call the Social Security Administration at 800-772-1213 or visit ssa.gov to have funds deposited directly into their Hughes account.


Can I get my 1098 or 1099 tax forms online?

Yes. Log in to your online banking account, click Accounts > Statements and Documents > Tax Forms and select your current statement. In the drop-down menu at the top, select the tax form.

If you did not t receive your tax forms, it could be for one of the following reasons:

  • We do not have your correct mailing address on file.
  • You did not earn more than $10 in dividends/interest income for the year.
  • You did not pay more than $600 in interest on a home equity or mortgage loan.

If none of these three reasons apply to your membership, please contact us to request a duplicate tax form. Please have your member number and phone access password available when you call.


What are your current loan rates?

Current loan rates are listed on each Loan Product page. See a comprehensive list of rates on our Rates & Fees page.


Do I need a cosigner?

To find out whether you need a co-signer, please apply online or at a branch, and a loan officer will contact you.


How do I deposit cash after a branch closes?

If you have a debit card or ATM card, you can visit an ATM and make your deposit. ATM holds may apply.


How do I change my loan due date?

To change your due date, you must have made your first loan payment and not changed your due date in the last 12 months. Submit your request by completing a Due Date Change Request Form


Do you offer a skip-a-payment?

We do offer loan extensions. Click here to submit your request. Once submitted, we will contact you within 7-10 business days to let you know what we can offer.


What is an Unsecured Loan?

An unsecured loan is a loan not secured by collateral. Need an unsecured loan? Click here to learn more. 


What items can I consolidate with a Debt Consolidation Loan?

With a debt consolidation loan, you can pay off anything you want to include, personal loans or lines of credit, credit cards, auto loans, medical bills, student loans, etc.


Do you offer payday loans?

We do not offer Payday Loans, but we do offer Personal Loans. Click here to learn more.


What does NSF mean?

Non-sufficient funds (NSF), sometimes called insufficient funds, describe when you don’t have enough money in your account to cover a transaction.


How much cash can I receive in the drive-thru?

The drive-thru cash limit is $3,000.


Is there a limit on how much I can transfer between accounts?

For transfers between your Hughes accounts, there are no limits. For External Transfers to/from another financial institution, there are limits based on previous activity and the history of your account.


What is the maximum limit for overdrawn protection?

The maximum limit for Overdrawn Protection is the available balance in your Main Share Savings, Daily Savings, and Line of Credit.


Do you offer an integration with Chime?

Unfortunately, we do not support Chime. You would need to contact them for questions. We do, however, offer services through Zelle.


Do you offer Western Union services?

Hughes does not send or receive Western Union services.


How do I cancel an auto draft from my account?

Please contact us during normal business hours, and we can review your account to cancel your automatic payments.


What is risk-based lending?

Risk-based lending involves setting a tiered pricing structure that assigns loan rates to individuals based on their credit risk. Hughes is not a risk-based lender. All members receive the same interest rates on certain loans.


Do you offer any commercial loans?

No, we do not offer any commercial loans at this time.


When will I receive my welcome packet?

You will receive your welcome package for your loan within 30 days of funding. If you have not received your information, please contact us during normal business hours, and we can email or mail it to you.


How do I stop an ACH transaction?

To stop an ACH payment, please contact us. Please note that there is a fee to place a stop payment.


Does Hughes offer business accounts for an LLC?

We do not currently offer Business Memberships for Limited Liability Corporations (LLCs).


Does Hughes exchange foreign currency?

We do not currently exchange foreign currency.


Does Hughes offer coin-counting machines?

Coin counting machines are available at all branch locations. Hughes members are charged a 5% fee deducted from the total coin amount processed. For Shared Branching members, the fee is 10%. Users must be a Hughes member or a part of the Shared Branch Network to access this service.


Does Hughes offer VISA Gift Cards?

We do not currently offer Visa gift cards.


What branches offer night drop boxes?

Night drop boxes are available at the following Hughes branch locations: Hermans, Pantano, Speedway, Wetmore, and Vail. Our Cortaro and Thornydale branches do not have night drop boxes available at this time.


Does Hughes offer Medallion Stamps?

We do offer Medallion Stamps to our members. Please make an appointment.


Does Hughes offer money orders?

We no longer offer money orders, but we do offer cashier's checks.


How do I change the beneficiary on an account?

Any changes to beneficiaries require a signature. Please visit a branch or call us at 520-794-8341 so we can assist with completing the applicable forms, or send us a secure email by logging in to your account online.


Does Hughes offer Sole Proprietorship accounts?

We offer sole proprietorship savings and checking accounts. To get started, please visit any of our convenient branches or contact us at 520-794-8341.


Is my online application secure?

Yes, your application is secure. Your information is encrypted and protected using industry-standard security measures.