The fastest way to pay Verizon online

You can pay your Verizon wireless bill online through My Verizon, the official Verizon account portal. Log in with your phone number and password, go to the Bill section, and choose Pay Now. You can pay immediately with a debit card, credit card, or bank account. The payment posts within one business day.

If you do not have a My Verizon account yet, you can create one at verizon.com using your phone number and the account PIN from your bill. Once you are logged in, you can also set up automatic payments so your bill is paid on the same date each month without logging in again.

Key Takeaways

  • My Verizon at verizon.com is the official Verizon portal where you log in with your phone number and password to pay your bill immediately.
  • You can pay with a debit card, credit card, or bank account, and the payment posts within one business day.
  • Setting up automatic payments through My Verizon means your bill is paid on a date you choose each month without you having to log in.
  • Verizon also accepts payments by phone, mail, or in person at a Verizon store, though online is the fastest option.

Logging into My Verizon for the first time

If you have never used My Verizon before, you will need to create an account. Go to verizon.com and look for the Sign In button in the top right corner. Select Create Account and enter your wireless phone number.

Verizon will send a verification code to the phone number you entered. Enter that code on the next screen. Then create a password — Verizon requires at least 8 characters, including uppercase and lowercase letters, a number, and a special character like ! or @.

Once your account is created, you can log in anytime with your phone number and password. Your account will show your current bill, past bills, usage, and payment history.

Paying a one-time bill through My Verizon

After you log into My Verizon, select the Bill tab at the top of the page. You will see your current bill amount and due date. Click Pay Now.

On the payment screen, you can choose to pay the full amount due, a partial amount, or a past-due balance. Enter the amount you want to pay. Then select your payment method: debit card, credit card, or bank account.

If you choose a debit or credit card, enter the card number, expiration date, and CVV. If you choose a bank account, you will need your routing number and account number. Both are printed on the bottom left of your checks, or you can contact your bank for them. After you confirm the payment, you will see a confirmation number on screen — save this for your records.

Setting up automatic payments

Automatic payments mean your bill is paid on the same date each month without you logging in. To set this up, log into My Verizon and go to Account Settings. Select Billing and Payments, then Automatic Payments.

Choose the date you want your bill paid each month — this can be any date between the 1st and the 28th. Select your payment method: debit card, credit card, or bank account. Enter the card or account details, then confirm. Your bill will be paid automatically on that date going forward.

You can change or cancel automatic payments anytime by returning to the same screen. If you cancel, you will need to pay your bill manually each month through My Verizon or another method.

Other ways to pay if you cannot use My Verizon

If you do not have internet access or prefer not to pay online, Verizon accepts payments by phone at 1-908-559-4899. A representative can take your payment information over the phone. You can also mail a check or money order to the address on your bill — allow 7 to 10 business days for the payment to post.

Verizon also accepts in-person payments at any Verizon store. Bring your bill or phone number and your payment method. Payments made in person or by phone post within one business day, the same as online payments.

What to do if your payment does not post

Payments made through My Verizon usually post within one business day. If more than one business day has passed and your payment still does not show on your account, log back into My Verizon and check your payment history. You will see the status of every payment you have made.

If a payment shows as pending, it will post by the next business day. If a payment was declined, My Verizon will show the reason — usually an expired card, insufficient funds, or a mismatch between the address on your card and the address on your account. You can try paying again with a different payment method or contact Verizon at 1-908-559-4899 to troubleshoot.

Avoiding late fees and service interruption

Your bill is due on the date shown on your bill. If you pay after that date, Verizon may charge a late fee. If you do not pay within 30 days of the due date, Verizon may suspend your service.

The easiest way to avoid this is to set up automatic payments so your bill is paid on time every month. If you cannot pay the full amount by the due date, call Verizon at 1-908-559-4899 to discuss a payment plan. Verizon sometimes offers extended payment options for customers who are having trouble paying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I pay someone else's Verizon bill online?

You can only pay a bill through My Verizon if you are the account holder or have the account PIN. If you want to pay someone else's bill, call Verizon at 1-908-559-4899 and provide the phone number of the account you want to pay. A representative can take your payment over the phone.

Does Verizon charge a fee to pay online?

No. Verizon does not charge a fee for paying through My Verizon with a debit card, credit card, or bank account. All payment methods are free.

What happens if I set up automatic payments but do not have enough money in my account?

If your bank account or card does not have enough funds when the automatic payment tries to go through, the payment will be declined. Verizon will show the declined payment in your account history. You will need to pay manually or contact Verizon to try again with a different payment method.

Can I change my automatic payment date?

Yes. Log into My Verizon, go to Account Settings, select Billing and Payments, then Automatic Payments. You can change the date to any day between the 1st and 28th of the month. The change takes effect on your next billing cycle.

Is My Verizon secure?

My Verizon uses encryption to protect your account information and payment details. Always log in at verizon.com directly rather than clicking a link in an email or text message, as scammers sometimes send fake login pages. If you see a suspicious message claiming to be from Verizon, do not click any links.