Banking with Ally: Make Deposits

It's always good to have options.

Sign up for an Ally account with no minimum opening deposit and when you’re ready to start earning great rates, funding your account is easy.

Deposit checks remotely with Ally eCheck DepositSM

  • Make deposits whenever and wherever you want
  • Take a picture of your check using the Ally Mobile Banking app on your mobile device 
  • Scan and submit your check's image from your computer with Ally Online Banking

Make a deposit anytime, anywhere…

Using your mobile device

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Using your computer

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Here's what you'll need:

  • Mobile device with camera
  • The Ally Mobile Banking app
  • Endorsed check

Here's what you'll do:

  • Launch the app and tap Make Deposits
  • Take a picture of your check (front and back)
  • Review images and submit

That's it!

To start using Ally eCheck DepositSM on your mobile device, download the Ally Mobile Banking app for iPhone® or Android™.

You can also use Ally eCheck Deposit from your computer. Learn how.

Here's what you'll need:

  • Scanner
  • Online Banking access
  • Endorsed check

Here's what you'll do:

  • Log in at allybank.com and go to Make Deposits
  • Scan both sides of your check (front and back)
  • Review images and submit

That's it!

Log in to Online Banking to start using Ally eCheck DepositSM

You can also use Ally eCheck Deposit from your mobile device. Learn how.

Online Transfers and Direct Deposit

You can transfer funds at any time using your computer or mobile device.

  • Move funds between your Ally accounts for free 
  • Make free online transfers between your Ally and non-Ally accounts
  • Use the direct deposit form to set up your paycheck or Social Security deposits
    Download form

Wire Transfers and Mail 

  • Use a wire transfer — we won’t charge you to wire funds in, but check with your other bank for any fees they may charge to wire funds out
  • Send a check using free postage-paid envelopes available through Online Banking

Already have an Ally account?

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Check out our savings, CDs and checking accounts.

It's so easy to get on line and transfer funds. (Mary N via Ally Customer Satisfaction Survey)

24/7 Customer Service

You can call us at 1-877-247-ALLY (2559), chat with us online or email us anytime you like.

Frequently asked questions

  • How many deposits can I make each month?

    Make as many deposits as you want into these accounts:

    • Money Market
    • Online Savings
    • Interest Checking

    You can make an initial funding deposit into a certificate of deposit (CD) but you can’t add more money until maturity. Additional funds can be added at maturity and during the grace period.

  • Can I deposit cash?

    Sorry, but we don’t accept cash deposits.

  • Which Ally accounts can I use with Ally eCheck DepositSM?

    You can make deposits into your:

    • Ally Interest Checking Account
    • Ally Online Savings Account
    • Ally Money Market Account
    • Ally CD, if you haven't funded it yet (please check our daily deposit limits in the Ally Deposit Agreement)

  • When are deposits made with Ally eCheck DepositSM posted to my account?

    Ally eCheck Deposits made online before 4 pm ET Monday through Friday will post that evening. Ally eCheck Deposits made after 4 pm ET Monday through Friday will post the evening of the next business day. Please see our funds availability schedule in the Ally eCheck Deposit section of the Ally Deposit Agreement for more details.

  • How long do online transfers take?

    Between Ally accounts

    Immediately

    Between a non-Ally and an Ally account

    3 business days