William Lipovsky
You can use mobile deposit for money orders with certain banks; however, not all banks offer this service.
You can also mobile deposit a money order if you have a PayPal Cash Plus account.
Note that MoneyGram prohibits mobile deposits of its money orders, regardless of the bank’s policy.
Below, we list the places that allow mobile deposits of money orders, plus those that don’t.
How to Use Mobile Deposit
While MoneyGram prohibits mobile deposits of its money orders,[1] you can use mobile deposit for other money orders.
Some (but not all) banks and credit unions allow account holders to deposit money orders through mobile deposit. The process for depositing a money order using a mobile app is the same as depositing a check.
The general steps are:
- Sign the back of the money order and write your bank account number beneath your signature.
- Open the mobile app and take photos of the front and back of the money order. Images must be clearly readable, and all four corners of the money order must be visible in the photos.
- Follow the app’s on-screen instructions to finish submitting your deposit.
Some mobile apps may vary slightly, so it’s important to read the on-screen instructions on your bank’s or credit union’s mobile app before depositing a money order. Note that banks also set maximum limits on the amount you can deposit through their mobile apps.
In most cases, the funds from money orders deposited through a mobile banking app will not be immediately available.
Mobile deposit apps follow federal regulations, which state that deposits (including money orders) must be made available by the second or fifth day after deposit.[2][3]
Our research found that most banks will make up to about $200 of a money order deposit available by the next business day, with the remainder of the funds clearing in three to five business days.
For more information about how money orders work, see our full money order FAQ.
The List
The following banks and credit unions will accept money orders deposited through their mobile banking apps:
Alliant Credit Union
- Platforms: iPhone, iPad, Android[4]
- Mobile deposit limits: Vary depending on the number of accounts you own and their eligibility; however, your individual daily limit will appear below the amount field when submitting a mobile deposit.[5]
- Get the app
Chase Bank
Note: Chase QuickDeposit only accepts money orders for business/commercial accounts.[6]
- Platforms: iOS and Android[7]
- Mobile deposit limits: $10,000 per day and $25,000 in 30 days[8]
- Get the app
Citibank
- Platforms: iOS and Android[9]
- Mobile deposit limits: Varies depending on account type and age[10]
- Get the app
Fifth Third Bank
- Platforms: iOS and Android[11]
- Mobile deposit limits: Vary by account type; you’ll see your deposit limit in the app after you select “Check Deposit”[12]
- Get the app
HSBC
- Platforms: iOS and Android[13]
- Mobile deposit limits: $4,000 per day and $10,000 per month for personal accounts; $5,000 per day and $15,000 per month for HSBC Advance accounts; $10,000 per day and $25,000 per month for HSBC Premier accounts[14]
- Get the app
KeyBank
- Platforms: iOS and Android[15]
- Mobile deposit limits: $5,000 in 30 days for most accounts; $10,000 in 30 days for relationship banking accounts[16]
- Get the app
M&T Bank
- Platforms: iOS and Android[17]
- Mobile deposit limits: Vary by account type; log in to the mobile app or online banking website to find your deposit limits under Mobile Deposit in the Services menu[18]
- Get the app
Mountain America Credit Union (MACU)
- Platforms: iOS and Android[19]
- Mobile deposit limits: Ten deposits or $5,000 per day, whichever comes first[20]
- Get the app
PenFed Credit Union
- Platforms: iOS and Android[21]
- Mobile deposit limits: Varies depending on your account type and history[22]
- Get the app
TD Bank
- Platforms: iOS and Android[23]
- Mobile deposit limits: Varies depending on how long you’ve had your account; $1,000 to $2,500 per day and $2,500 to $6,000 within 30 days[24]
- Get the app
U.S. Bank
- Platforms: iOS and Android[25]
- Mobile deposit limits: Vary by account type; log into the app and tap “Deposits,” then “Deposit a Check” to see your daily and weekly limits.[26]
- Get the app
PayPal Money Order Deposits
If you don’t have an account with one of the banks listed above, you can deposit a money order online using the PayPal app and your PayPal Cash Plus account. The PayPal app includes a “Cash a Check” service that allows you to mobile deposit various check types, including money orders ranging from $5 to $5,000.[27]
If you’re willing to wait 10 days for processing, you can make a deposit for free;[28] instant processing is available for 5% of the money order amount (with a $5 minimum).[29] Once the money is added to your PayPal account balance, you can use it to pay for PayPal transactions or transfer it to your bank account.[30]
The PayPal app is available for iOS and Android. Note that you must have (or join) the Cash Plus account type to use the Cash a Check function.[31]
Places That Don’t Allow Mobile Deposits for Money Orders
The following banks and credit unions offer mobile deposit services for account holders — but not for money orders. We include information about how to deposit a money order at each bank.
Note that if using an ATM to deposit a money order, you’ll need to use an ATM owned by your bank rather than a third-party ATM (such as those inside of retail stores).
Ally Bank
- How to deposit money orders: Mail to Ally Bank, P.O. Box 13625, Philadelphia, PA 19101[32]
Bank of America
- How to deposit money orders: Branch location or ATM[33]
BB&T Bank
- How to deposit money orders: At a branch[34]
BMO Harris
- How to deposit money orders: Branch location or ATM[35]
Chartway Federal Credit Union
- How to deposit money orders: At a branch[36]
Connexus Credit Union
- How to deposit money orders: At a branch[37]
Navy Federal Credit Union
- How to deposit money orders: At a branch[38]
PNC
- How to deposit money orders: At a branch[39]
Regions Bank
- How to deposit money orders: At a branch[40]
Santander Bank
- How to deposit money orders: Branch location or ATM[41]
Wells Fargo
- How to deposit money orders: Branch location or ATM[42][43]
