Green Dot Prepaid Visa Card Review

 

The Green Dot Prepaid Visa Card is one of the most popular prepaid cards on the market today. There is no credit requirement or bank account needed for approval. The cards offer many great benefits such as free direct deposit, free online bill pay, and no overdraft charges. The card is not tied to a traditional bank account, so the user escapes many of the fees that are associated with a typical bank account. Here is a quick overview of the features that make this card so popular:

  • No credit check, or bank account required
  • No Penalty Fee, No overdraft fees and No minimum Balance
  • Free cash withdrawals from over 15,000 ATMS
  • $10 Bonus with direct deposit
  • Use it everywhere Visa is accepted

How to add Funds

The best way to add funds to your Green Dot Prepaid Visa Card is to set up direct deposit of your paycheck or government check. When you set this up and receive your first deposit you will be given a $10 bonus! You have the option of depositing our whole check or just a portion of it. You can also  load money onto your card using the Green Dot MoneyPak Card, which is available at thousands of retailers nationwide. You also have the option of loading your card directly from your bank account, credit union, or other financial institution. Most banks allow for online transfers onto your card as well.

 

Green Dot Fees

Before purchasing any prepaid card it is important to understand all the fees that are involved. Like all prepaid cards, the Green Dot Prepaid Visa has its fair share. To see the full list of fees visit the green dot website fee section by clicking here. Below is a quick chart of most of the fees involved.

 

FEE TYPE

FEE

Initial Purchase Varies by retailer, up to $4.95 ($6.95 for the NASCAR® Prepaid Visa Card).
Monthly Charge Waived in any monthly billing cycle when you load at least $1,000 to your Card or have 30 posted purchase transactions (excludes all ATM declined withdrawals, ATM balance inquiries, teller cash advances and online bill payments at www.greendot.com).Otherwise, $5.95.
ATM Withdrawal & Teller Cash Advance Free at in-network ATMsAll other ATM withdrawals: $2.50Teller cash advance: $2.50
ATM Balance Inquiry at Non-Network ATMs $0.50
Lost/Stolen Card Replacement $6.00
Reload at Retail Location Varies by retailer, up to $4.95
Expedited Card Delivery $19.95
Second Card $4.95

Apply for the Green Dot Prepaid Visa

Applying for the card is easy. Simply click here to get your card. Have you information ready. You will be asked to enter your name, address, date of birth and social security number. Unfortunately the Green Dot prepaid Visa is only issued in the United States at this time.

2 Comments

  • Hunt says:

    you miss spelled add and made it ass under the “how to ass funds” section above. Sorry but just a heads up.

  • Greendot Victim says:

    “I need to purchase something for valentines day and in order to get it in time I have to do it today. I put in all my info to register the dumb card and it would not accept the 3 code on back, now its saying it has done all the attempts it will do and try back in 24 hours!!!! I put in the right stupid code wtf!!! I tried to call the phone # & of course could not get through on there either due to “technical difficulties” this is bull!!!!!! I want my money back!!!!!! Now I cant order my stiff for 24 hours & will not get it on time for valentines day? I have to give my boyfriend nothing because they have technical difficulties? I am so irritated!!”

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