How can I add money to my prepaid account?
You can add money to your prepaid account by cash or
direct deposit. Credit cards can only be used to pay for the initial activation fee, if applicable. You cannot add money to your account from another checking account.
How do I add cash to my prepaid account?
To add money to your prepaid account using cash, you can to take your cash and card to any store location that offers one of the following money transfer services:
After I add money to my prepaid account, how fast can I access it?
Direct deposits and electronic payments are available the same business day they are received by AccountNow. Cash deposits made through money transfer services are generally available instantly.
How much does it cost to add money to my prepaid account?
AccountNow does not charge any fees for adding money. However, if you want to add cash using
MoneyGram,
Western Union,
Visa ReadyLink,
GreenDot, or
Check Center (CA Only), a fee of $3.50 to $4.95 may be added, depending on the provider. You can add money to your account for free if you use
direct deposit.
Why do I have to pay a fee to load cash to my prepaid account?
AccountNow does not charge for adding money to your prepaid card account. However, when adding cash to your prepaid account, money transfer providers normally charge a "load fee" for their services, which varies by provider. To avoid load fees, use
direct deposit to add money to your card account.
How much money can I add to my prepaid account?
For direct deposits, we accept deposits up to $6,000. To add money using cash, you can add as little as $10. There is a maximum cash limit of $950 per day.
Can anyone add money to my prepaid account?
Yes, anyone can add cash to the account using one of the following money transfer services:
MoneyGram,
Western Union,
Visa ReadyLink,
GreenDot,
Check Center. Your employer or benefits provider can also add money using free direct deposit.
Are there any limits to the amount of money I can add?
You can add money to your prepaid account at any time, with a limit of five loads per day (not to exceed a daily deposit total of $6,000). The maximum balance you can have in your prepaid card account is restricted to $10,000.