PayNearMe lets players in the United States pay cash into an online casino or sportsbook account at a store: the casino gives you a barcode, you hand the cash to the cashier, and the money is credited to your account. PayNearMe says it processes cash deposits for 16 of the 17 largest online casinos in the US and is accepted at more than 60,000 retail locations. It only works at regulated US operators that offer it, and cash goes in only: winnings come back another way.
PayNearMe quick facts
| Type | Cash payment at retail stores (US) |
|---|---|
| Deposits | Yes, at US online casinos and sportsbooks that offer it |
| Withdrawals | Not in cash at a store; the casino pays by another method it offers |
| Deposit time | Usually shortly after you pay at the store |
| Withdrawal time | Depends on the method the casino pays to |
| Fees | A convenience fee may apply; the casino's PayNearMe screen shows it before you pay |
| Where it works | United States, at regulated operators that offer it, in participating stores |
| Currencies | USD |
| Verification | Your casino account (already verified in regulated US markets) |
How PayNearMe works at online casinos
In the casino cashier you choose PayNearMe or "cash at store", enter the amount and get a barcode in the app or by e-mail. At a participating store you show the barcode, pay the cashier in cash, and keep the receipt. PayNearMe tells the casino, which credits your account. The store never sees your casino login, and no bank or card is involved.
The cashier shows the stores near you that accept PayNearMe payments for that casino.
Depositing with PayNearMe
- In the casino cashier, choose PayNearMe (or "cash at store") and enter the amount.
- Check any fee and the store list shown, then get the barcode.
- At the store, show the barcode at the till and pay in cash.
- Keep the receipt until the deposit shows in your casino account.
Withdrawing after a PayNearMe deposit
You can't take winnings out in cash at a store. Regulated US casinos pay by the methods they list, such as online bank transfer, a debit card or PayPal, and some pay cash at a partner land-based casino's cage. Check the cashier for what that casino offers.
PayNearMe fees and limits
Any fee for a cash deposit and the maximum per payment depend on the casino and the store; the PayNearMe screen in the cashier shows them before you go. The casino sets its own minimum deposit and, in regulated US states, your own deposit limits apply.
Where you can use PayNearMe at casinos
Only in the United States, at online casinos and sportsbooks licensed in the states where they operate and that offer PayNearMe, at participating stores. It is not available at offshore casinos.
Safety and privacy
The barcode is tied to your casino account, so only pay a barcode you created yourself in the casino's cashier. Never pay a barcode someone sends you to release winnings or a prize; that is a scam. Keep the receipt as proof of payment.
Downsides of PayNearMe
- US only, at operators that offer it.
- You need to go to a store.
- No cash withdrawals at stores.
- A convenience fee may apply.
Spending controls
Paying cash at a store makes each deposit a deliberate trip, which some players use as a brake. Use the deposit limits your casino account offers, and see our responsible gambling page for self-exclusion tools and free help lines.
Alternatives to PayNearMe
- PayPal: deposits and withdrawals at regulated US casinos that accept it.
- Visa or Mastercard debit: accepted at most US online casinos.
- Apple Pay: quick card deposits from an iPhone.
PayNearMe casino FAQ
How do I deposit cash into an online casino with PayNearMe?
Choose PayNearMe in the cashier, get a barcode, and pay that amount in cash at a participating store. The casino credits your account once PayNearMe confirms the payment.
Can I withdraw casino winnings with PayNearMe?
Not as cash at a store. The casino pays by another method it lists, such as a bank transfer or debit card.
Which casinos accept PayNearMe?
Regulated online casinos and sportsbooks in US states where they are licensed and that offer it. PayNearMe says it handles cash deposits for 16 of the 17 largest US online casinos.
Is there a fee for PayNearMe?
A convenience fee may apply. The casino's PayNearMe screen shows it before you pay.
Sources
- PayNearMe press release, 8 November 2023 (cash deposits for 16 of the 17 largest US online casinos; more than 60,000 retail locations)
Checked 29 October 2026.
