Better Banking for everyone
We believe that everyone deserves fair and accessible banking. Open a Waya checking account to kickstart your finances, get essential financial tips to be more financially free, and manage your money safely without the hurdles of traditional banks and predatory fees.
Waya is a financial technology company, not a bank. Waya’s Banking services are provided by our banking partner, as set forth in the account agreement.
A checking account built to empower you to succeed.
Join Waya and Gain Access to Affordable Banking and Financial Services Designed to Empower You to grow and be more financially free.
Checking Account
Virtual & Physical Debit Cards
Bank Transfers with Waya
Waya to Waya Transfers
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Enjoy great benefits when you open a Waya Account
When you open your Waya account, you get great benefits. Access convenient and robust financial services and say bye to all the hassles of traditional banking.
International Money Transfers
Send money across the world from your Waya account to Bank accounts and mobile wallets across over 100+ countries.
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Send and Receive Money
Pay and get paid on the go from any bank via ACH or wire transfer. Send money to friends and family within the USA no matter what bank they use.
Pay With Your Waya Debit Card
Go cashless with Waya. Spend at your favorite shops and restaurants, and make online payments with your Waya Debit Card.
Make Waya to Waya Transfers
With Waya, sending and receiving money between Waya users is very convenient.
No Minimums: Deposit or Balance
We’re committed to accessible banking. Enjoy accounts with no minimum deposit or ongoing balance requirements.
Reach Your Financial Goals Faster & Get Smarter with Your Finances
At Waya, our mission is to provide financial freedom to more people across the world. Financial education and literacy are at the heart of our mission. Subscribe to our newsletter and get personalized tips and resources on finance, all designed to help you achieve your financial goals faster!
Getting started
Get set up and start spending with your card effortlessly.
Download the Waya App
Download the Waya App from the Play Store or App Store.
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Sign up online or in our app with an email address and a phone number.
Verify your identity
You will need a valid U.S.A mobile number, email address, social security number & a government issued ID to create an account.
Top up your account
You can add money using your bank account or card. Share your account details to get paid via Waya or ACH or spend worldwide with your debit card.
FAQ
Let’s answer some of your Frequently Asked Questions
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Download the Waya App from the App Store or Play Store. On the app, click the sign up button and follow the on screen instructions to create your Waya account. You will need a valid U.S phone number, a valid email address and social security number to create an account.
Waya customers can add funds to their Waya checking account via an ACH transfer from their linked external bank accounts.
If you do not have an account linked, you can do this by clicking on “Add Funds” and choosing to “Link New Bank Account”, or in the Settings tab, under “Linked Accounts”. Once you have linked a bank account and added funds, the funds should appear in your Waya Checking account up to a maximum of 3 business days.
U.S. Legal Residence, U.S. Citizens, and Permanent Resident Aliens (Green Card Holders) above 18 years are eligible. Currently, we can only offer accounts to individuals with a valid SSN and ITIN.
Your Waya debit card is your gateway to a convenient payment experience. Spend at your favorite shops, restaurants, or any point of sale. Make your day-to-day online payments securely with your card.
To empower immigrants and marginalized communities to take control of their finances by unlocking financial barriers and providing them with unlimited financial access and opportunities.
Our 24/7 support team is always ready to help, you can reach us at help@getwaya.com or chat with us on the Waya App.
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Applying for an account is free and takes less than 2 minutes. It won’t affect your credit score!