Does Walgreens ATM Charge a Fee?

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Short answer: ATMs inside Walgreens are often surcharge-free when they’re on the Allpoint® network and you use a card from a participating bank or prepaid program. If your card isn’t part of Allpoint (or that specific machine isn’t Allpoint), you may pay an operator surcharge and possibly a fee from your own bank.

When Walgreens ATMs Are Free

  • Your debit or prepaid card participates in Allpoint (check your bank’s ATM locator or card benefits).
  • The ATM at that Walgreens location is clearly labeled with the Allpoint logo on the screen or machine.
  • Your bank or card issuer doesn’t add its own out-of-network fee for Allpoint (most don’t, but policies vary).

When You Might Pay a Fee

  • The Walgreens ATM isn’t on Allpoint, or your card doesn’t include Allpoint access.
  • Your bank charges an out-of-network fee (separate from any ATM operator surcharge).
  • You’re withdrawing internationally or outside your bank’s surcharge-free footprint.

How to Make Your Walgreens ATM Withdrawal Fee-Free

  1. Check your bank’s app/website to confirm your card includes Allpoint access.
  2. Use the bank’s ATM locator to find a surcharge-free Walgreens location, and verify the machine shows the Allpoint logo.
  3. At the store, confirm the on-screen or physical Allpoint branding before inserting your card.

Walgreens ATM Withdrawal Limits

Withdrawal limits are set by your bank/card issuer and sometimes by the ATM operator. Common ranges are $200–$1,000 per day, with per-transaction caps (often $200–$400). Most machines dispense in $20 increments. If you need more than a single-transaction cap, you can do multiple withdrawals until you hit your daily limit.

Cash Back at Walgreens (Alternative to the ATM)

At checkout, many Walgreens stores allow debit cash-back (amounts vary by store and network, commonly $20–$40). It’s a simple way to avoid ATM fees if you’re already making a purchase.


ATM Safety Tips

  • Cover the keypad, and don’t let anyone “assist” you at the machine.
  • Inspect the card slot and keypad for loose or unusual parts before inserting your card.
  • If the ATM looks tampered with or out of order, don’t use it—notify store staff.

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Walgreens ATM: FAQs

Are Walgreens ATMs always free?
No. They’re surcharge-free for participating Allpoint cards at Allpoint-branded machines. Otherwise, operator and bank fees may apply.

How do I know if my card is Allpoint?
Search your bank’s ATM locator or benefits page for Allpoint. Many online banks and prepaid programs include it.


What if the ATM shows a fee screen?
Cancel the transaction and try another machine that clearly displays the Allpoint logo, or use cash-back at checkout.

Can I deposit cash at Walgreens ATMs?
Most Walgreens machines are withdrawal-only. For deposits, use your bank’s own ATM or a deposit-capable network your bank supports.

Updated October 2025. Fees and limits vary by bank and ATM operator—confirm details in your bank’s app before withdrawing.

Robert Wolfe

Robert Wolfe is an independent researcher and publisher who specializes in helping everyday consumers navigate cash access, ATM networks, and mobile banking tools. As the founder of ATMs-NearMe.com, Robert focuses on simplifying how people find fee-free, cardless, and 24-hour ATMs across the United States. His work centers on practical, real-world insights about withdrawal limits, bank policies, and digital payment options that make everyday money management easier and safer.