With cashless and contactless payment methods becoming all the more common, particularly amid the COVID-19 pandemic, money-transferring services, such as Venmo, have grown in popularity.
While typically used to pay or request a payment from a friend, family member or someone you know, more and more retailers are now offering customers the ability to pay in-store purchases simply by using Venmo.
How it works is Venmo mobile app users can either scan a store’s QR code to pay or let the store scan yours from your phone by simply tapping “Scan” followed by “Show to Pay” in the app.
Stores that accept Venmo directly as payment include Abercrombie & Fitch, Boxed, CVS, Forever 21, Foot Locker, Grubhub, Hollister, Hulu, Jane.com, J. Crew, Lululemon, Poshmark, Seamless, Uber Eats and Urban Outfitters.
You can also apply for a Venmo credit card through Visa or a Venmo debit card through Master Card if you prefer a physical card compared to the app. All purchase activity can be tracked using the app.
Retailers which accept both Venmo debit and credit cards as payment include Adidas, Amazon, Coach, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Home Depot, Kohl’s, Macy’s, Nike, Nordstrom, Samsung, The North Face, Under Armour, Walmart and Wayfair.
Venmo is a free, easy-to-use service, simply sign up for an account and link your bank, debit or credit account. Notably however, there is a 3% fee for sending money using a linked credit card.
You can even trade select cryptocurrencies using Venmo as well.
What is Venmo?
Venmo allows you to pay and request money from your friends. It provides a social way to pay your friends when you owe them money and don’t want to deal with cash. For example, users can use the app to split a lunch bill, pay a friend half of a cab fare or send your roommate your half of the rent.
Venmo should not otherwise be used to make or accept payments for goods and services with people you don’t know (for example, concert tickets, electronic equipment, sneakers, a watch, or other merchandise, deposits for apartments, or dog walking).
If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
FAQs
Retailers which accept both Venmo debit and credit cards as payment include Adidas, Amazon, Coach, Dick's Sporting Goods, Home Depot, Kohl's, Macy's, Nike, Nordstrom, Samsung, The North Face, Under Armour, Walmart and Wayfair.
What stores take Venmo as payment? ›
Here's a full list of retailers that directly accept Venmo as payment:
- Abercrombie & Fitch.
- Boxed.
- CVS.
- Forever 21.
- Foot Locker.
- Grubhub.
- Hollister.
- Hulu.
Venmo allows you to make payments using a variety of methods including: Venmo balance, bank account, debit card, and credit card.
Why is Amazon no longer accepting Venmo? ›
Starting in January, the ability to use Venmo for payments on Amazon purchases will no longer be available. Users have been informed of this alteration through email. Venmo cites recent changes that hinder the incorporation of their service as a payment method as the reason for this decision.
What gas stations can I use Venmo? ›
Chevron has announced that its new Texaco and Chevron smartphone apps will have Venmo as an option for payment, according to a press release. Chevron is the first fuel company to accept Venmo for gas purchases at the pump.
Can I use Venmo to pay for groceries? ›
Use your Venmo QR code to pay touch-free at stores like CVS. No shared pens or keypads; no digging for your wallet — just scan your phone to pay.
What is the downside to Venmo? ›
Safety Concerns with Venmo
Like other payment or banking apps that connect to users' bank accounts, using Venmo comes with the risk of security breaches, hacking, or data loss. Unfortunately, hackers and scammers have been able to circumvent these safeguards.
Can I use Venmo at Walmart? ›
Retailers which accept both Venmo debit and credit cards as payment include Adidas, Amazon, Coach, Dick's Sporting Goods, Home Depot, Kohl's, Macy's, Nike, Nordstrom, Samsung, The North Face, Under Armour, Walmart and Wayfair.
Why can't I pay with Venmo anymore? ›
If you do not verify your account, your first attempt to use Venmo will decline. Additionally, Venmo could decline your payment due to an invalid bank account number. So, ensure the correct account number is input correctly.
Why is Venmo declining? ›
Common causes of declined payments include insufficient funds in your bank account, incorrect recipient information, setting payment limits too low, and detecting potential fraudulent activity. Venmo customer support may also need to manually review declined payments before releasing the funds.
A digital wallet is an app or online service that allows you to link your credit cards, debit cards, and bank accounts into a digital system for making electronic payments. Currently, SCE accepts the following digital wallets for payment: Venmo, PayPal, Google Pay, and Apple Pay.
Can I withdraw cash from Venmo? ›
You may withdraw funds from your Venmo balance at an ATM that displays the Mastercard®, PULSE® or Cirrus® acceptance marks. A $2.50 ATM Domestic Withdrawal Fee applies. You may also complete a withdrawal at a bank or financial institution.
Do restaurants accept Venmo? ›
Most restaurants do not directly take Venmo. There are some food delivery companies that I knowing that do offer the option to use your Venmo balance.
How to pay with Venmo without card? ›
There are two ways to use Venmo QR codes to make purchases:
- If the merchant is presenting you with a QR code, simply scan that code to proceed with the transaction. ...
- If the merchant needs to scan your in-store QR code, tap Show to Pay to present your QR code.
Amazon has decided to discontinue the option of using Venmo as a payment method starting from January 10, 2024.
Can I use my Venmo card at any store? ›
Where can I use my Venmo Debit Card? Everywhere Mastercard is accepted in the U.S. and in U.S. territories. Please note Venmo and the Venmo Debit Card cannot be used with international merchants, even if you are placing an online order from the U.S.
What ATM can I use my Venmo card for free? ›
If you are looking for ways to withdraw cash using your Venmo Debit Card at no cost, there are options! You can withdraw funds from your balance at no cost when using a MoneyPass ® ATM within the U.S. Find MoneyPass ATMs.
