Cash your government
stimulus check on
the Venmo app
Cash your stimulus check without a trip to the bank—and for no fees. For a limited time, fees associated with Venmo’s Cash a Check feature¹ are being waived² for government stimulus payments.
Cash a check in 3 steps
Get Venmo
Download the Venmo app, and make sure you’re on the latest app version*
Manage Balance
Go to the “☰” menu and tap “Manage Balance”
Cash your check
Select “Cash a Check.” You’ll be prompted to scan your check with your phone. If your check is approved, the 1% fee to cash government checks in minutes will be automatically waived. Limited availability. Terms apply²
Get Venmo
Download the Venmo app, and make sure you’re on the latest app version*
Manage Balance
Go to the “☰” menu and tap “Manage Balance”
Cash your check
Select “Cash a Check.” You’ll be prompted to scan your check with your phone. If your check is approved, the 1% fee to cash government checks in minutes will be automatically waived. Limited availability. Terms apply²
*Venmo Customers eligible for the Cash-a-Check feature must have Direct Deposit or a Venmo Debit Card enabled, location services turned on, and have a verified email address by Venmo.
Looking for more info?
Get the latest guidance on stimulus payments.
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