Can i deposit a large check at an atm

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I deposited $10,000 to my account. When will the funds be available for withdrawal?

If deposited by check, the bank generally must make the first $5,525 available consistent with the bank's normal availability schedule. The bank may place a hold on the amount deposited over $5,525.

For check deposits over $5,525, banking laws and regulations allow for exceptions to the rules on availability of funds. These exception holds may be applied to any checks (including official or government-issued checks) to any account where the aggregate amount of the checks deposited on a banking day exceeds $5,525.

When the bank applies the large-check-deposit exception, it may extend the hold times established under its normal availability schedule by a reasonable period of time. According to banking regulations, reasonable periods of time include an extension of up to five business days for most checks.

Under certain circumstances, the bank may be able to impose a longer hold if it can establish that the longer hold is reasonable.

Funds deposited electronically or by cash are generally available by the business day after the banking day they were deposited.

Review your deposit account agreement for policies specific to your bank and your account.

Refer to 12 CFR 229 "Availability of Funds and Collection of Checks (Regulation CC)."

Last Reviewed: April 2021

Please note: The terms "bank" and "banks" used in these answers generally refer to national banks, federal savings associations, and federal branches or agencies of foreign banking organizations that are regulated by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). Find out if the OCC regulates your bank. Information provided on HelpWithMyBank.gov should not be construed as legal advice or a legal opinion of the OCC.

How do ATM Deposits work?

When making a deposit, simply insert cash or checks and the ATM does the rest. 

The ATM scans your checks, counts your bills, and totals them on screen. You can adjust your amounts, then request printed images of your checks on your receipt. 

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Deposits made before 9 pm local time (8 pm in Alaska) on business days are considered received that day. Business days are Monday through Friday (except holidays).

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Even in an increasingly digital world, checks can still be part of everyday finances for many people. Some people may receive checks frequently, such as their paycheck, while others receive them only occasionally. The deposit of paper checks is handled differently than direct deposits, which are electronically deposited into your account. Here are answers to some common questions about check deposits.

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Direct deposit is a secure and convenient way to access recurring income on the day of deposit. It’s available for many income sources including your paycheck, Social Security and retirement plans.

How do I know when my money will be available?

Your deposit receipt generally provides the detail of when the funds will be available to you, including funds that are immediately available, available the next business day, or funds subject to a deposit hold. You can also use our convenient online, and mobile tools to track your deposits and determine your available balance at any time.

Wells Fargo will let you know as quickly as possible whether there will be a hold on a deposited check. If possible, the teller will notify you immediately at the time of deposit and your receipt will show how much of the deposit is being held and when the funds will be available to you. If the deposit is made through a Wells Fargo ATM or with our Wells Fargo Mobile Deposit, you will be informed during the deposit process if a hold will be placed or further review of the deposit is required. The ATM or mobile deposit receipt will display the amount held and when the funds will be available to you. If a hold is based upon information we learn after the deposit, Wells Fargo will notify you by mail, email or through the “Messages & Alerts” feature of Wells Fargo Online®.

Wells Fargo provides its funds availability schedule to all customers when they open an account. Also, you can request a copy of the schedule at any time in our banking locations.

Why would Wells Fargo place a hold on my deposit?

Occasionally, we may place a hold on a deposited check. Our decision to place a hold is frequently based on external information, for example if the paying bank notifies us that your deposited check will be returned unpaid or if you are re-depositing a check that was previously returned unpaid. A hold can also be based on information about your account, such as if an account was recently opened or has experienced frequent overdrafts and returned items.

Holds may seem like an inconvenience, but they actually are a way for us to help protect you from uncertainty and fraud. If a hold is not placed and a check is reversed, you may have already withdrawn all the money only to find that you are responsible for repaying the full amount of the returned check. We want to help you uncover any potential problems with a deposited check before you spend the money.

Wells Fargo is committed to providing information that will help you use your accounts and services effectively. If you have any questions, feel free to visit a Personal Banker in any of our banking locations during normal business hours. Visit Wells Fargo Online at wellsfargo.com, or call us anytime at 1-800-TO-WELLS (1-800-869-3557).

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Alerts through Wells Fargo Online are a convenient way for you to be notified of holds that occur after the time of deposit.

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Can I make a big deposit at an ATM?

Are there limits to the amount you can deposit at ATMs? Most banks limit how much cash you can deposit at an ATM, but rather than having a dollar-amount limit, you're more likely to face a limit on how many bills you can insert at a time. At Wells Fargo, for example, you can deposit up to 30 bills and checks combined.

How long does it take for a $30000 check to clear?

Most checks take two business days to clear. Checks may take longer to clear based on the amount of the check, your relationship with the bank, or if it's not a regular deposit. A receipt from the teller or ATM tells you when the funds become available.

Is it better to deposit a check in person or ATM?

If you deposit a check at an ATM instead of inside a bank or credit union, your bank or credit union has more time under the law to make the funds available. If you deposit a check into an ATM not owned by your bank or credit union, it is allowed to take even longer.

Can you deposit a 50000 check?

If deposited by check, the bank generally must make the first $5,525 available consistent with the bank's normal availability schedule. The bank may place a hold on the amount deposited over $5,525. For check deposits over $5,525, banking laws and regulations allow for exceptions to the rules on availability of funds.