A credit union built for two homes,
one community.
The Belize American Credit Union is building a digital, member-owned financial home that connects the Belizean diaspora in the United States with families and businesses back home — rooted in trust, stewardship, and shared prosperity.
BACU is currently pursuing state and federal regulatory approval. All services are planned and will be offered subject to charter approval, insurance, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Status and services subject to regulatory approval.
Built for a Community That Moves Across Borders
BACU is being designed as a digital-first financial institution serving Belizeans in the United States, Belize, and eventually broader LATAM and CARICOM communities. The vision is to create a trusted financial bridge that supports savings, access, opportunity, and long-term financial growth.
Diaspora Connection
Helping Belizeans abroad stay financially connected to home.
Financial Empowerment
Supporting savings, access, literacy, and long-term member ownership.
Digital-First Access
Modern financial infrastructure designed for convenience, security, and scale.
More Than Banking. A Platform for Belonging, Access, and Growth.
BACU is being built around a credit union model where financial access, community reinvestment, and member benefit work together to support families, students, entrepreneurs, and future homeowners.
Keep Wealth in the Community
A credit union model helps deposits support members and local economic opportunity.
Support Families and Students
Designed to help members pursue education, homeownership, and financial stability.
Empower Small Business Owners
Built to create access and support for Belizean and Caribbean entrepreneurs.
Advance Financial Literacy
A platform for education, confidence, and long-term financial wellness.
Designed for the Next Generation of Community Banking
Subject to regulatory approval, BACU is being designed to offer modern, member-centered financial services that support cross-border communities and everyday financial needs.
Digital Member Accounts
Secure online access for future members after approval.
E-Wallet & Loadable Card
A planned fintech layer for convenient digital transactions.
Micro-Loans
Future lending tools to support members, families, and entrepreneurs.
Member Deposits
Planned deposit services following regulatory approval and applicable insurance requirements.
Financial Literacy Programs
Education to help members build confidence, manage debt, and plan for the future.
Cross-Border Connection
A financial bridge between Belizeans in the U.S. and Belize.
Planned services are subject to regulatory approval, chartering, insurance, and final operational readiness.
Our Path to Launch
Timeline is forward-looking and subject to regulatory review and applicable approvals.
Rooted in Community. Built Through Strategic Relationships.
Holy Redeemer Credit Union
BACU has secured a strategic relationship with Holy Redeemer Credit Union, Belize’s oldest and largest credit union.
City of Miramar Letter of Support
The City of Miramar has previously provided a letter of support for BACU’s request for regulatory approval, noting the potential community and economic benefits of the initiative.
Stay Connected to the BACU Launch Journey
Receive updates on charter milestones, planned services, community events, investor briefings, and future member opportunities.
- Launch updates
- Community announcements
- Investor and partner briefings
- Future member information