Request Money on Venmo on iPhone or iPad

This article teaches you how to request payment from a Venmo contact when you're using an iPhone or iPad.

10 Second Summary

1. Open Venmo.
2. Tap the pencil and paper icon.
3. Select a contact.
4. Enter the amount.
5. Type a description.
6. Tap Request.

Open Venmo. Look for the blue icon with a white “V.” You’ll typically find it on your home screen.
- If you’re not already signed in, tap Sign In, enter your login details, then tap Submit.
Tap the pencil and paper icon. It’s at the top-right corner of Venmo in the blue bar.
Select the contact you want to charge. You can tap the top box to bring up a list of contacts.
- You’ll only be able to request a payment from one of your current Venmo contacts.
Enter the amount.
Type a description. Tap the box that says “What’s it for?” to start typing your request.
Tap Request. Venmo will now alert your contact of this payment request.