Varo Advance review

Varo Advance rates, fees and terms

There is no application fee, late payment penalty, interest rate or subscription charge to use Varo Advance. You’ll pay a one-time fee for the service, which varies depending on how much cash you need.

Amount	Fee
$20	$0
$50	$3
$75	$4
$100	$5

You can make as many payments as you want within 30 days, or Varo will automatically deduct the full amount, including the fee, on your automatic repayment date. If your account doesn’t have enough funds, it’ll take the balance you owe from future incoming deposits until it’s paid in full.

What is Varo, and is it legit?

Varo is a mobile banking startup that was chartered as a national bank in July 2020. Varo Advance is a legit short-term bridge that allows Varo banking customers to borrow up to $100 for 30 days.

Varo Bank is insured by the FDIC (Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation) and doesn’t sell your data. But it may share your information with other financial companies and its affiliates.

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Varo Advance reviews and complaints

BBB accredited	Yes
BBB rating	A
BBB customer reviews	4 out of 5 stars, based on 501 customer reviews
BBB customer complaints	1,638 customer complaints
Trustpilot Score	3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 2,447 customer reviews
Customer reviews verified as of	27 October 2022

Customers praise Varo Advance for getting them funds when they need them while avoiding expensive overdraft fees. Most complaints are directed towards its poor customer service. Many users also complain about sudden bank account closures and difficulty accessing funds after.

Am I eligible?

To get a Varo Advance, you’ll need:

• An active Varo bank account that’s at least 30 days old and not overdrawn.
• Activated Varo Bank Debit Card linked to your Varo Bank Account.
• Minimum $1,000 in direct deposits to your Varo checking or savings accounts within the last 31 days.

As long as you meet the eligibility requirements, you can request a $20 advance at any time. For advances over $20, Varo will review your repayment history on previous advances and account profile to approve advances up to $100.

Late or missed payments can disqualify you from future cash advances.

What states is Varo Advance available in?

Varo serves all 50 states. You can request an advance regardless of where you live in the US.

How do I apply

Varo Advance is built into your Varo bank account. Once you qualify, you can request an advance in your Varo app and get your funds immediately.

Varo verifies your eligibility before the beginning of each business day for $20 advances. It’ll see if you qualify for higher advance amounts before the start of each month.

What are my repayment options?

When you get a Varo Advance, you’ll select a repayment date when Varo will automatically deduct what you owe from your bank account. You can also manually make a payment by initiating a transfer from your Varo checking or savings account as often as you like until your automatic repayment date.

If you need to borrow more than $100, or would rather not open an account with Varo, consider a different short-term loan or other cash advance apps that work with Varo.

Frequently asked questions

Our answers to common questions you may have about Varo Advance.

How often can I get a Varo Advance?

You can have only one advance at a time and only one a day, even if you’ve paid it back already.

What happens if I miss my autopay date?

You can set your auto-repayment date anywhere between 15 to 30 days from when you get your advance. If you miss your date, you still have until your 30-day due date to pay it back.