eTransfer

Transfer money securely between your BFSFCU accounts and accounts at other financial institutions with our eTransfer service. eTransfer resides within our Online Banking system, and is an easy way to move money where you need it.

How does eTransfer differ from other transfer methods?

Our eTransfer service is a convenient way to transfer funds between your accounts at BFSFCU and accounts at other financial institutions. Members whose transfers are largely between domestic financial institutions will find eTransfer within Online Banking fast and easy to use.

How does eTransfer work?

When BFSFCU transfers or receives money to or from another financial institution, the money transfer is processed through a secure network called the Automated Clearing House (ACH). Each business day, financial institutions process transfer requests on the ACH network, which routes the funds to the appropriate receiving bank. The receiving bank processes the arriving ACH transfer, and credits the receiving account.

This process generally takes three business days to complete. Weekends and federal holidays are not considered business days for the purposes of ACH transfers.

View this overview to learn more about our eTransfer service or get step-by-step instructions with our interactive tutorial.

For international transfers, we recommend using our eWire service, also located securely within Online Banking. If you have any questions about eTransfer or to get advice about which of our transfer services best meets your needs, please call us at (202) 212-6400.

eTransfer FAQs

Do I need to be an Online Banking user to take advantage of this service?

How do I access eTransfer in Online Banking?

Do I need to register to use eTransfer?

What is an External Account?

What if I don’t know the routing number for my other bank?

Is there a fee to use eTransfer?

What is the difference between Transfer Funds and Send Money in eTransfer?

Can I use eTransfer to transfer funds to another person?

Can I set up and change recurring transfers with eTransfer?