Why don't I have Chime+ even though I made a direct deposit?

If you made a direct deposit but don’t see Chime+, here are some possible reasons:

1. Did you direct deposit at least $200?

  • Chime+ requires a single qualifying Direct Deposit of $200 or more*.
  • If your deposit was split into smaller amounts, it will not count.

2. Did your deposit come from a qualifying source?

✅ Qualifies:

  • Payroll deposits from an employer
  • Government benefits (e.g., Social Security, VA benefits)
  • Gig economy payments (Uber, Lyft, DoorDash)

❌ Does NOT qualify:

  • Bank ACH transfers
  • Mobile check deposits
  • Peer-to-peer transfers (e.g., Venmo, PayPal, Cash App)
  • Pay Anyone transfers
  • Verification or trial deposits from financial institutions
  • Cash deposits
  • One-time direct deposits (e.g., tax refunds)

3. Has it been at least 24 hours?

  • Chime+ benefits may take up to 24-hours to activate.

*To be eligible for Chime+™ status you must receive a Qualifying Direct Deposit to your Chime Checking Account in the preceding 34 days. Certain products marketed as Chime+ benefits have additional eligibility requirements. While some Chime+ benefits may have associated fees, none of these fees are mandatory to access Chime+ benefits or to maintain Chime+ status. See Chime+ Terms and Conditions for details.

CHIME+ is a Trademark of Chime Financial, Inc.