Paying with Venmo Balance can be a convenient option, but it's essential to understand the fees involved. Venmo charges a 3% fee for transfers to bank accounts and debit cards, but this fee is waived for transfers to other Venmo users.
To use Venmo Balance, you must have a Venmo account and a balance available to draw from. The minimum balance required to link to a bank account is $1.00, but there is no minimum balance requirement for debit card linking.
Venmo Balance is linked to your Venmo account, so you can use it to make payments to friends or merchants who accept Venmo.
Linking Your Venmo Balance
Linking your Venmo balance allows you to easily pay with the funds you have stored in your Venmo account.
You can link your Chime bank account to Venmo by entering your Chime bank account details into the Venmo app.
Linking your Chime bank account directly to Venmo is one of the two ways to do so.
Alternatively, you can link Chime to Venmo indirectly via a debit card by entering your Chime card details in the Venmo app.
Transferring Funds
Transferring funds is a straightforward process on Venmo. You can transfer money from your Venmo balance to a linked bank account, such as Chime, or use the instant transfer option to send funds directly to your Chime debit card.
To transfer money from Venmo to Chime, you can use the Venmo app to link your Chime bank account and then follow the prompts to transfer the funds. The transfer method you choose will determine the time it takes for the funds to arrive in your Chime account, with instant transfers typically taking 30 minutes and 1-3 business day transfers taking, well, 1-3 business days.
You can also transfer funds from Chime to Venmo using the Venmo app, by linking your Chime bank account and following the same prompts. Keep in mind that there is a $15 limit for instant transfers and a 1.5% transfer fee.
Here are the general steps for transferring funds from Venmo to Chime:
- Open your Venmo app and go to the menu by tapping on the "☰" icon.
- Select "Manage Balance" from the list of options.
- Tap "Transfer to Bank" and enter the amount you want to transfer.
- Select the linked Chime bank account or Chime Debit Card.
- Select the transfer option "Instant" or "1-3 Biz days".
- Review details and tap "Transfer to Bank".
How to Transfer
Transferring funds from one service to another can be a bit tricky, but don't worry, I've got you covered. You can transfer money from Chime to Venmo by linking your Chime bank account to your Venmo account, and then adding money to Venmo from your Chime account.
To link your Chime bank account to your Venmo account, you'll need to open the Venmo app and go to the menu by tapping on the icon. From there, select "Manage Balance" and then tap "Add Money". Choose the Chime bank account from where you want to transfer money from, review the details, and tap "Add Money".
Transferring money from Venmo to Chime is also easy, but it depends on the transfer method you choose. If you've linked your Chime Debit Card to the Venmo app, you can cash out your Venmo funds to your Chime Card using the instant transfer option in Venmo, which typically sends funds instantly to your Chime debit card.
You can also transfer funds from Venmo to Chime by using the "Transfer to Bank" option in Venmo, which can take up to 3 business days to complete. To do this, open the Venmo app, go to the menu, and select "Manage Balance". Tap "Transfer to Bank" and enter the amount you want to transfer, then select the linked Chime bank account or Chime Debit Card.
Here's a summary of the transfer options:
- Transfer from Chime to Venmo: Link your Chime bank account to your Venmo account, add money to Venmo from your Chime account.
- Transfer from Venmo to Chime:
+ Instant transfer: Use the instant transfer option in Venmo, which sends funds instantly to your Chime debit card.
+ 1-3 business days: Use the "Transfer to Bank" option in Venmo, which takes up to 3 business days to complete.
Remember to review the details and fees associated with each transfer method before making a transfer.
Paying Another
To pay someone on Venmo, you need to have access to your balance, which means you've verified your identity. You can't use the money in your balance to make payments on Venmo until you've done this.
To pay another user, tap the "Pay/Request" icon, which is located at the bottom of the screen. You can then search or enter the recipient's contact information directly in the search bar.
Once you've found the recipient, enter the amount you want to send and tap "Pay". You'll also need to type a brief memo explaining what the payment is for. By default, your transactions will be public, but you can set them to friends or private.
To complete the payment, tap "Pay" again, which will be a green button located at the bottom of the screen with the recipient and the amount.
Fees and Safety
Using Venmo with Chime comes with some fees you should know about. A 1.5 percent fee is charged when you withdraw funds from Venmo to your Chime account and request a quick transfer.
You'll also be charged a 3 percent fee if you use your Venmo account to pay for something or send money to someone. This fee applies to all transactions, not just online purchases.
There are no fees to open a Venmo account or a Chime account, which is a plus. However, you will be charged a 1% fee, with a $5 minimum, if you deposit a payroll or government check into your Venmo account.
To use Venmo with Chime safely, just remember to be cautious with your login credentials and security codes. You should never give away your login credentials or security codes, even if they're texted to you.
Are There Fees?
There are no fees to open a Chime account, and you won't have to pay any monthly fees either.
You will be charged a 1.5 percent fee when you withdraw funds from Venmo to your Chime account and request a quick transfer.
A 3 percent fee is charged if you use your Venmo account to pay for something or send money to someone.
If you deposit a payroll or government check into your Venmo account, you'll be charged a 1% fee, with a $5 minimum.
Here's a quick rundown of the fees associated with using Chime with Venmo:
Is it Safe?
Using Venmo with Chime is usually safe, though you should exercise caution and not give away your login credentials or security codes when they text them to you.
Venmo is owned by PayPal, which is a well-established online payment platform.
You should be careful not to share sensitive information, like your login credentials or security codes, to avoid potential security risks.
In most situations, Venmo is as safe as any other online payment platform.
Sufficient Funds for Transaction
To ensure your transactions go smoothly, make sure your Venmo balance has sufficient funds to cover the transaction.
If you don't have enough funds in your Venmo balance, Venmo will take funds from your linked debit card or bank account to complete the transaction.
If you try to make a payment without enough funds and your account is frozen, you'll need to repay the due amount before you can use your account again.
To avoid this, add money to your Venmo balance regularly.
You can do this by going to the "Me" tab and tapping "Manage Balance" in the Wallet section.
To transfer money to your Venmo balance, enter the amount you'd like to transfer and tap "Next."
Confirm the bank account you'd like to transfer money from, review the transfer information and estimated arrival date, and then tap "Add {amount of transfer} now."
Once the funds arrive in your Venmo balance, you can use them for making payments through your balance.
Payment Methods
You can use your Venmo balance to pay for items in other apps, but not all apps accept Venmo as a payment method. Many popular apps like Delivery.com, GrubHub, Uber, and UberEats accept Venmo.
To add Venmo as a payment method in an app, tap Add a Payment Method and then select Venmo, which is usually represented by a light-blue icon with a white "V". You'll then need to sign in to your Venmo account and authorize the merchant to use your Venmo account as a payment account.
Some apps, like Uber, also allow you to use your Chime card with your Venmo account, by selecting Payment Methods and Settings in the app's menu.
Paying
Paying with Venmo is a straightforward process, and I'm happy to walk you through it.
To start, you'll need to open the Venmo app, which has a light-blue icon with a white "V" that you can tap on your home screen.
If you're using your Venmo balance to pay someone, make sure you've verified your identity on Venmo first.
To pay another user, tap the "Pay/Request" icon at the bottom of the screen, and then search or enter the recipient's contact information.
You can also use the number pad at the bottom of the screen to type the amount you want to send.
When making a payment, you can add a brief memo explaining what the payment is for in the "What's it for?" field.
You can set your transactions to be public, friends, or private by selecting the desired option.
To confirm the payment, tap the blue "Pay" button at the bottom of the screen on the right.
If you're paying with Venmo in another app, you'll need to add Venmo as a payment method and sign in to your Venmo account.
Once you've authorized the merchant to use your Venmo account, you can place your order and charge your Venmo account.
Here are the main reasons why you might not be able to use your Venmo balance instead of your card:
- Your account isn't verified
- Your account balance doesn't have sufficient funds to cover the transaction
If you've verified your identity and have enough funds in your balance, you can use your Venmo balance to pay someone on Venmo.
Zelle Payment
You can use Zelle to send money to anyone with a US bank account that accepts Zelle transfers.
It's possible to transfer funds from Venmo to Zelle by connecting both services to a single bank account.
Venmo users need to have bank accounts to receive money transfers from you.
You can use Zelle even if your bank doesn't allow it by attaching a Visa or MasterCard debit card.
The maximum weekly Zelle debit card money transfer is $500.
Zelle provides higher money transfer limits between bank accounts.
Apple Pay Transfer
Apple Pay Transfer is a convenient option for managing your finances. You can transfer funds from Venmo to Apple Pay by linking a joint bank account to both services.
To get started, add the same traditional bank account to your Apple Pay and Venmo accounts. This will allow you to move funds between both accounts.
Testing the transfer is a crucial step, so deposit at least $1 from Venmo to your local bank account to verify the process.
Once you've successfully transferred funds, you can proceed with higher direct deposit limits by withdrawing $10, $100, or more.
Alternative Payment Options
You can use Venmo balance instead of your card, and it's actually quite easy to do. Many popular apps, like Delivery.com, GrubHub, Uber, and UberEats, accept Venmo as a payment method.
To use your Venmo balance, you can navigate to the wallet section of the Venmo app, and you'll easily know whether you can use it or not. Some apps may also have a specific button or option to add Venmo as a payment method.
Here are some apps that accept Venmo as a payment method:
- Delivery.com
- GrubHub
- Uber
- UberEats
To add Venmo as a payment method, you'll need to sign in to your Venmo account using your username, phone number or email address, and password. After that, you can authorize the merchant to use your Venmo account as a payment account.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I pay using my Venmo balance?
To pay using your Venmo balance, use the Venmo balance option at checkout on authorized merchants' apps or mobile websites, or scan a Venmo QR code at participating merchants' in-store checkout.
Why won't Venmo let me use my balance?
Venmo may not let you use your balance if you have insufficient funds or if there's a network connectivity issue preventing the transaction from going through
Can I use my Venmo balance without a bank account?
Yes, you can use your Venmo balance without a bank account by adding a credit or prepaid card. We'll explore other alternatives in more detail.
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