Mobile check deposit

Take a pic and cash your check.

Snap a photo with the Cash a Check1 feature in the app. The money is deposited in your PayPal balance. It’s that easy.

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Bye-bye bank visits. Cash checks in the app

Available 24/7

Enjoy simple, convenient mobile check cashing. Every day of the year.

From paper to digital

Just snap a photo with your phone and follow a few simple steps.

Quick check cashing

Access your cash now for a $5 minimum fee, or in 10 days for free.1

How to use Cash a Check:

Start in the app

Go to your PayPal balance then select Cash a Check.

Snap a photo

Take photos of both sides of your signed check and select Next.

Pick a speed

Choose when you want to receive your money and tap Confirm.

Frequently asked questions

You can cash a check in the PayPal app by taking a photo of both sides of your signed check and choosing when you want to receive the money in your PayPal Balance account.

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