Stay up to date on account activity anywhere, anytime
When you add Online and Mobile Banking to Free Checking, you can choose from a range of automatic alerts.
Checking that watches out for you with real-time alerts
Knowing before it happens is the best way to prevent an overdraft. Receive push notifications or email automatically alerting you to potential overspending and overdraft fees. Also get notices on overdraft protection line of credit advances and Insufficient Funds alerts. All without logging into your account.
Checking that actively protects your money
If something doesn’t seem right with your account we’ll let you know immediately. You can select alerts that will tell you if a withdrawal amount is greater than it should be, if the number of transactions exceed a limit you’ve set, and if there has been a request for a new debit card on your account. No login required.
Activate alerts when you enroll in Online and Mobile Banking for free

There's no monthly Service Charge with Free Checking. Also save with:
- No ATM fees at BBVA USA ATMs.
- Free Online Banking and Mobile Banking, plus Mobile Deposit® and Bill Pay.
- One Free Visa® Debit Card per account holder–earn cash back rewards for everyday purchases with Simple Cash Back.SM
- Free online and paper statements.
- Free unlimited check writing.

Open Free Checking with just $25
Use a debit/credit card, another bank, or existing BBVA account to open. You will also need a valid government issued ID and a Social Security number for primary and joint account holders.
Details you need to make a smart decision
All checking accounts and Debit Cards are subject to approval, which may include credit approval. $25 minimum opening deposit required. Please refer to the Terms and Conditions for additional costs. Additional terms and miscellaneous fees may apply. Products, features, and benefits offered with accounts are subject to change at any time.
Alerts: Alerts for card transactions and reward redemption are subject to service availability to your mobile device and cannot be guaranteed by BBVA. Alerts are subject to merchant billing practices and may not be received until your card is charged for the purchase price.
Text Message Alerts: Message and data rates may apply. Please check with your wireless carrier about such fees.