What is paper money on Cash App?
You are here because you want to deposit paper money via Cash App. This post will provide you with the details about Cash App Paper Money and a step-by-step guide on depositing Paper Money onto Cash App. The Cash App Paper Money feature lets you add physical cash to your account using a barcode. You can load money at participating retail stores such as Walgreens, Family Dollar, Dollar General, Walmart, and 7-eleven.
The cash app allows you to send and receive money quickly. You can now load physical cash using Cash App, even if you don't have a Cash App Card. It is possible by using your mobile and Cash App. You will need to show the Cashier a barcode from your Cash App. The Cashier will scan it and then give you the cash and the fees.
Cash App charges a very reasonable 1 dollar per transaction to deposit physical cash. It may vary from one store to the next. It is the preferred method of adding physical cash to the Cash App.
How do I deposit paper money to the Cash App?
Open the Cash App on your smartphone, tap the "Bank" icon at the bottom, scroll down, and choose "Paper Money" deposit. To find a store near you, click on "Show barcode" Tap on "Show Barcode" to load cash. To complete your deposit, you will need to pay the fees and cash the Cashier at the register.
If you do not see the feature in your Cash app, make sure you have the most recent version. The Cash App support team can help you if this does not work. This feature has not been made available to everyone yet.
Cash App Paper Money deposits are subject to a fee charged by the retail shop and depend on where you live. Let's look at the steps involved in this process, including all the details and limits.
Steps to add paper money on Cash App:
- Your Mobile Phone can Open Cash App
- Next, tap the bank icon (the first icon in the bottom menu).
- Scroll down to select "paper money" (see image below).
- Next, you will see a map that allows you to locate a nearby store where money can be deposited.
- Next, take a drive or a walk to the store mentioned above.
- Tell the cash counter that you want to deposit paper money into the Cash App
- Follow the steps to tap on "Display Barcode" and then show it to the Cashier
- The Cashier will scan the barcode
- Now you can hand the cash, including fees, over
- Usually, you will get the money in your Cash app within 30 seconds.
Navigate to the Paper Money Option for Cash App
- Open Cash App for your Mobile
- Next, tap the bank icon (first tab in the bottom menu).
- Scroll down to select "Paper Money" from the drop-down menu
You may not see the feature if the Cash app is up-to-date. If you still don't see this feature after updating or confirming the app, don't hesitate to contact the Cash App Support team. The feature is being released to users in stages. It may not be available in your area yet. Use the Cash App map to find a local retail location.
After completing the above steps, it will display a map showing the nearest retail locations that offer Paper Money Deposit. (You must have allowed location access to Cash App to locate locations near you. These include popular stores such as Walgreens and Walmart. To see more options, tap on the location.
Let's now discuss the barcode option. You will also see the "Show Barcode" option below the map. Do not tap on the "Show Barcode" option. The barcode is only valid for 30 minutes. Once you're inside the store, the Cashier will scan the barcode.
Go to the cash register and walk into the store.
Now drive or walk to the store you identified in the previous step.
- Visit the Cash Register in the Store
- Tell the Cashier you want to make a "Paper Money" deposit using the barcode from your Cash App.
- If the Cashier does not know the barcode deposit, or you are asked for your Cash App card, they can be shown the instructions in Cash App. Navigate to the "Paper Money" deposit option and tap the icon on the map.
Before releasing the deposit, the Cashier might ask you for your identification. It all depends on the policy at the retail location.
To display the barcode that Cashier will scan, tap on "Show Barcode" on Cash App.
Navigate to "Show Barcode" in Cash App (under Paper Money), and then show it to the Cashier for scanning.
Note: The barcode can only be used once and is only valid for 30 minutes.
Pay the fees and cash to transfer the cash.
Cash App allows you to make a $5 minimum cash deposit and $500 per transaction. This deposit is subject to a $1 transaction fee by Cash App.
A paper money deposit has a maximum limit:
- $1,000 per rolling seven days
- $4,000 per rolling 30 days
How to get Cash App Barcode to Load money?
- Open Cash App for your Mobile
- Next, tap the Bank Icon in the bottom menu.
- Scroll down to select "paper money."
- A map will appear, showing you the locations of the closest retail locations where you can deposit paper money. You also have the option to "Show barcode."
- You can walk to the store of your choice.
- Open Cash App on your phone and open it at the cash register. Follow the steps above to get to the "Display Barcode" option.
- The Cashier will scan the barcode.
- Pay the $1 transaction fee and the amount you wish to deposit.
Walgreens Cash App Load Money Using Barcode:
Open the Cash App on your Smartphone, tap the Bank Icon at the bottom menu, and choose "paper money" from that list. A map will appear showing you the locations of nearby retail stores to load money. To view directions to Walgreen, tap on Walgreen's location on the map.
Walmart Cash App Load Money Using Barcode:
Open the Cash App on your Smartphone, tap the Bank Icon at the bottom menu, and choose "paper money" from that list. A map will show you the locations nearest to you that allow for money loading. To view the directions and the "Show Barcode Option," tap on the Walmart location you choose.
Family Dollar Loading Money with Cash App Barcode:
Open the Cash App on your Smartphone, tap the Bank Icon at the bottom menu, and choose "paper money" from that list. A map will show you the closest retail locations to load money. Tap on the Family Dollar store you wish to visit to access the "Display Barcode" option and directions.
Paper Money in Cash App Deposit Locations:
Paper Money Deposits can be made at these merchants. Where Cash App is available:
- Walmart (Customer Service Desk/ Money Centers
- Walgreens
- 7-Eleven
- Family Dollar
- Sheetz
- KwikTrip
- Speedway
- H-E-B
- GoMart
- StopNGo
- Dollar General
The updated list can be viewed on the Cash App Website.
Cash App Paper Money Deposit Limits:
With the Cash App Paper Money deposit option, you can deposit up to $500 per transaction and not more than $1,000 per rollover seven days or $4,000 per rollover 30 days. Transactions must not exceed $5.
The 7-days and 30 days limits are calculated based on a rolling period. Cash App will notify you if you reach a deposit limit.
How to load money on a cash app without a card?
You can load money to Cash App with no card at any supported retail store using the Cash App "Paper Money" Deposit option. The Cashier will load the money through your Cash App barcode.
Cash App Paper Money not showing up:
The Cash App Paper Money Deposit feature was introduced in September 2021. It was then rolled out to customers in stages. This feature may not be available to all customers.
This feature may not be available in your Cash app. It is worth checking first to ensure you have the most recent version. If you still don't see this feature after updating the app, contact the Cash App Support team.
Final Says:
The Cash App Paper Money Deposit feature is a great way to add money to your Cash App account at minimal fees using your mobile. I hope you found this article helpful. Please share it with others who might be interested in this feature.