Venmo has become one of the most popular digital payment apps, allowing you to easily send, receive, and pay money from your mobile devices. According to recent data from Venmo, the app processed over $230 billion in payment volume in 2021 – more than double the $102 billion processed in 2019.
Below I compare Venmo‘s incredible growth versus other top payment apps.
| Payment App | 2019 Payment Volume | 2021 Payment Volume | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venmo | $102 billion | $230 billion | +125% |
| PayPal | $712 billion | $1.25 trillion | +76% |
| Cash App | $30 billion | $89 billion | +197% |
With Venmo‘s rising popularity, especially among younger consumers, many users want to know how to add money directly to their Venmo account balance. This guide will walk you through the step-by-step process for adding money using a bank account, debit/credit card, or Venmo debit card.
Overview: Ways to Add Money to Venmo
There are three main methods for adding money to your Venmo balance:
1. Connect a Bank Account
- Link an existing bank account to transfer funds into Venmo
- Takes 3-5 business days for transfers to process
2. Add a Debit or Credit Card
- No waiting period to use linked card for payments
- Credit cards incur 3% fee charged by Venmo
3. Apply for a Venmo Debit Card
- Comes with auto-reload feature to add $10 increments when balance is low
- Most convenient way to spend Venmo balance in stores/online
Next, let‘s look at each of these methods in more detail, including step-by-step instructions for getting set up……..
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