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Instant bank transfers

Deposits

The deposit option with an Instant bank transfer lets you deposit money from your bank to your Robinhood account in minutes instead of days with no Robinhood fees.

Keep in mind

Deposits with Instant bank transfer are only supported for select banks at this time.

Deposit with Instant bank transfer

  1. Select Account (person icon)
  2. In the app, select Menu (3 bars) or on the web, skip to the next step
  3. Select TransfersDeposit
  4. Enter the deposit details
  5. Select ReviewTransfer
  6. If prompted, select Start instant transfer*
  7. When you receive a notification from your bank, follow the instructions to accept the transfer
  8. Once accepted, the money settles in your Robinhood account within 10 minutes (sometimes longer depending on your bank)

*You’ll only get the Start Instant transfer option if you link your bank account with Plaid, the bank is eligible for instant transfers, and the transfer amount is within the limit.

Note

The request will automatically be canceled after 30 minutes if you don’t accept the transfer. Deposits with Instant bank transfer are currently unavailable for spending accounts.

Withdrawals

The withdrawal option with Instant bank transfer offers you a faster way to move money to your bank.

In comparison to the free option that takes up to 5 business days to be available, an instant bank transfer typically takes 10 minutes (sometimes longer depending on your bank).

If your bank is eligible for instant bank transfer - withdrawals, and you link your bank account with Plaid, you’ll see the Instant transfer option after you enter your withdrawal details.

Keep in mind

Instant bank transfer - withdrawals are only supported for select banks at this time.

Withdraw with Instant bank transfer

  1. Select Account (person icon)
  2. In the app, select Menu (3 bars)
  3. Select TransfersWithdraw
  4. Enter transfer details
  5. If your account qualifies, Instant transfers eligible* is shown by the account
  6. Review the withdrawal and confirm any associated fees
  7. Select Withdraw

Similar to a debit card withdrawal, the fee is 1.75% of the withdrawal amount, which is deducted from the requested amount when it’s transferred. The minimum fee is $1 and the maximum fee is $150 that’s charged for this type of withdrawal.

*You’ll only get the Instant transfer option if you link your bank account with Plaid, the bank is eligible for instant transfers, and the transfer amount is within the limit.

Example

If you request $100 to transfer, and then select the Instant transfer option, the total transfer amount will change to deduct the fee, such as to $98.25.

Note

If we don’t receive confirmation from your bank within 24 hours of the request, any incomplete withdrawals with the instant transfer option will expire and no fees are charged. If you still want to make the withdrawal, you'll need to request a new transfer.

Limits

For instant bank instant transfers:

  • Your transfer limits (amount and frequency) may vary and reset each calendar day at 12 AM ET
  • You can view your current balance before you submit your transfer
  • You can view your daily limit amounts in Transfers → Learn more about your transfer limits

Disclosures

Any links to third-party sites are being provided for informational purposes only. Robinhood isn't responsible for the content of any third-party website or the collection or use of any information. Robinhood isn't affiliated with Plaid or The Clearing House.

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All Investing involves risk.

Brokerage services are offered through Robinhood Financial LLC, (“RHF”) a registered broker dealer (member SIPC), and clearing services through Robinhood Securities, LLC, (“RHS”) a registered broker dealer (member SIPC).

Cryptocurrency services are offered through an account with Robinhood Crypto, LLC (“RHC”) (NMLS ID: 1702840).Robinhood Crypto is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the New York State Department of Financial Services. Please review a list of RHC's licenses for more information. Cryptocurrency held through Robinhood Crypto is not FDIC insured or SIPC protected.

The Robinhood spending account is offered through Robinhood Money, LLC (“RHY”) (NMLS ID: 1990968), a licensed money transmitter. Please review a list of our licenses for more information.

The Robinhood Cash Card is a prepaid card issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, pursuant to a license from Mastercard® International Incorporated. Mastercard and the circles design are registered trademarks of Mastercard International Incorporated.

Robinhood Gold Card is subject to credit approval and underwriting. Robinhood Gold Card is offered by Robinhood Credit, Inc., and is issued by Coastal Community Bank, pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. Robinhood Credit, Inc. (“RCT”), is a financial technology company, not a bank.

Robinhood Gold is a subscription-based membership program of premium services offered through Robinhood Gold, LLC (“RHG”).

RHF, RHY, RHC, RCT, RHG, and RHS are affiliated entities and wholly owned subsidiaries of Robinhood Markets, Inc. RHF, RHY, RHC, RCT, RHG, and RHS are not banks. Investing products offered by RHF are not FDIC insured and involve risk, including possible loss of principal.

RHY is not a member of FINRA, and products are not subject to SIPC protection, but funds held in the Robinhood spending account and Robinhood Cash Card account may be eligible for FDIC pass-through insurance (review the Robinhood Cash Card Agreement and the Robinhood Spending Account Agreement).

Options trading entails significant risk and is not appropriate for all customers. Customers must read and understand the Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options before engaging in any options trading strategies. Options transactions are often complex and may involve the potential of losing the entire investment in a relatively short period of time. Certain complex options strategies carry additional risk, including the potential for losses that may exceed the original investment amount.

The risk of loss in trading futures can be substantial. Carefully consider if it’s appropriate for you in light of your financial circumstances. Please read the Futures Risk Disclosure Statement prior to trading futures products. Futures accounts are not protected by the Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC) and are not Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) insured. Prior to trading virtual currency Futures products, please review the NFA Investor Advisory & CFTC Advisory providing more information on these potentially significant risks. Futures trading and options on futures trading are offered by Robinhood Derivatives, LLC (“RHD”), a registered futures commission merchant with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and Member of National Futures Association (NFA) (NFA ID 0424278).

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