Back in early January we were the first to post about a potential $250 checking bonus from Wells Fargo. At the time I cautioned readers that the offer might be targeted due to the following language:
- This is an exclusive, nontransferable offer.
That being said, this language is not actually included the actual qualification requirements in the fine print and it’s not included in any of the documentation after signing up (other qualification requirements are included). Several readers have now successfully received their $250 bonuses, so I now feel comfortable recommending this bonus to readers even if they didn’t receive any official communication from Wells Fargo. All that being said, your own experiences may differ.
Because of how good this bonus is (soft pull, $250 bonus and there is no direct deposit requirement) we’ve added it to our list of the best checking promos. In fact it’s currently sitting at #1.
My SO and I opened this account on Jan 26th under this promotion, got the bonus and have kept the account open since then. Only transactions really have been $55 DD in and then tfr out to avoid monthly fee. Today I logged in to see my transactions and it shows my account and my SO’s account are closed but it doesnt say anything else.
I have never had prior relationship with Wells Fargo and have not done any transaction other than DD in and tfr out – so not sure whats going on. Sent them a message and will update if I hear back.
I am ok with account being closed as I would have closed it anyways, but them just closing the account without and correspondence is little scary
I just checked my Amazon gc account. Only 1 of the 10 $1 gc purchases is showing on my gc account even though WF shows all 10 transactions and the $10 has been taken from the account. Any suggestions on what to do?
Opening deposit 1/18. 10 Venmos of $.01 – $.10 (so I could keep track) triggered the $250. Sent those on 2/14, cleared 2/16, bonus posted as pending this morning 2/21.
Was not targeted, but signed up before targeted language
Cap360 triggered the $250 bonus, 2 days after it posted as a “Direct Deposit” on description. I signed up before targeted language.
Can confirm Discover Savings to WF triggered the bonus, even though showed up as P2P in description.
thanks added DP
Applied 1/26/2017
Approval email rec’d 2/7/2017
Debit card rec’d 2/11/2017
Made 10 Amazon gc purchases for $1 ea 2/13/2017
$250 bonus posted 2/15/2017!
Went into branch and was flat turned down (although nicely). I mean she went right to the crux of the matter with no email/mail invitation.
She advised the time to time ATM promotions could be an option.
Sad because my DH approved this one for me with no DD.
Said cannot process – have to go into a branch…
Anyone know what’s up with Amazon’s payment options? After adding my Wells Fargo debit card to the list, I followed the instructions on how to Opt Out of PIN-less Debit
https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=201132810
and I do not see the check box “Processed as a debit card” anywhere at all. This is quite strange because I know I’ve done this many times before on different cards but I’m not sure why I’m not seeing it for this debit card? Did Amazon move anything around recently?
I don’t know the answer to your question, but I do know that I had no idea this was possible and just used my debit card w/ Amazon as you would a credit card and got the $100 WF bonus no problem.
Anyone know the promocode when u apply in bank? Called up the bank and they need promocode
Just apply online?
My wife doesnt have ssn or drivers license but have ITIN and Non US passport,can she apply,i was looking to open an account and came by this post.
The code is supposedly 250CXS