How To Withdraw Money From Robinhood To Bank Account: A Detailed Step-by-Step Guide

Since the creation of digital money, many online banks and applications have been developed to facilitate transactions. Apps like Robinhood are created to facilitate transactions with cryptocurrencies and also stock investment.

Robinhood is a popular account for young investors venturing into stock and cryptocurrency trading. Robinhood allows users to buy and sell stocks, ETFs, and cryptocurrencies.

If you have money invested in Robinhood and want to transfer it to your bank account, understanding the withdrawal process can help you access your funds without unnecessary delays. Whether you recently sold stocks, have unused cash in your brokerage account, or want to move your investment profits into your bank, Robinhood provides options for transferring eligible funds.

However, withdrawing money from an investment platform is not always as simple as pressing a withdrawal button. Your available cash, unsettled trades, bank account eligibility, and withdrawal restrictions can affect how much money you can transfer and when you receive it.

In this article, you will be learning how to withdraw money from Robinhood to a bank account.

How to Withdraw Money From Robinhood to Bank Account:

You can withdraw eligible cash from your Robinhood brokerage account to a linked bank account using the Robinhood mobile app or website.

The general process involves checking your available cash, selecting the transfer option, entering the withdrawal amount, choosing an eligible bank account, and confirming the transaction.

Important: Robinhood's menus and available transfer options can vary depending on your account type and app version. Follow the instructions displayed in your account.

What You Need Before Withdrawing Money

Before initiating a withdrawal, make sure you have the following:

An active Robinhood account.
A linked and eligible bank account.
Withdrawable cash available in your Robinhood account.
Access to your Robinhood login and security verification.
A bank account that meets Robinhood's transfer requirements.

To link your bank account to Robinhood (in case you didn't have one), navigate to the settings or account options section. Look for the option to link an external bank account. Follow the instructions provided to enter your bank account details, including the account holder's name, account number, and the bank's routing number.

After providing your bank account details, Robinhood will initiate a verification process. They may make small deposits or withdrawals, usually a few cents, from your bank account to verify its ownership. Once those amounts appear in your bank account, you can confirm them within the Robinhood app or website to complete the verification process.

Note: Robinhood states that withdrawals can only be sent to bank accounts that have been used to deposit into your Robinhood account. Check Robinhood's official withdrawal guidance for the current requirements.

Step 1: Open the Robinhood App.

First, open the Robinhood application on your smartphone.

Instructions

Download and open the official Robinhood app.
Sign in using your account credentials.
Complete any required security verification.
Navigate to your account or money transfer section.

Make sure you are using the official Robinhood application and avoid entering your account information into third-party websites.

Step 2: Check Your Available Cash

Before withdrawing money, check whether the amount you want to transfer is available for withdrawal.

Your Robinhood account may display several different balances, including:

Total account value: Meaning, the overall value of your account, including investments and cash.
Buying power: Meaning, funds available for eligible purchases or trades.
Cash balance: Meaning, money held as cash within your account.
Withdrawable cash: Meaning, funds currently eligible for withdrawal, subject to restrictions.

This matters because, for example, you might have $1,000 in your Robinhood account but be unable to withdraw the entire amount if some of the balance is invested, unsettled, or restricted.

If your money is invested in stocks or ETFs, you may need to sell the investment before withdrawing the proceeds. Selling an investment can create a taxable event, and the proceeds may not be immediately withdrawable.

Step 3: Navigate to the Transfer Section

After opening your account, locate the money transfer section.

Depending on your Robinhood app version, the navigation may appear under your account menu or transfers area.

Look for options such as

Transfers
Transfer Money
Withdraw

The exact labels and layout may change. Use the options currently displayed in your Robinhood account.

Step 4: Select Your Bank Account

Next, select the bank account where you want to receive your money.

If you have already linked a bank account, choose it from the available transfer destinations.

Robinhood's official guidance indicates that withdrawals can only be sent to bank accounts that have been used to deposit into your Robinhood account. This means you should not assume that any newly added bank account will automatically be eligible for withdrawals.

Step 5: Enter the Withdrawal Amount

Enter the amount you want to transfer from Robinhood to your bank account. For example, suppose you have $500 in withdrawable cash and want to move it to your bank.

You could enter withdrawal amount: $500

Before confirming, check the following:

Is the amount within your available withdrawal limit?
Is the correct bank account selected?
Are there any restrictions on your account?
Does the displayed transfer information match your request?
Do not confuse the total value of your investments with the amount you can withdraw.

Step 6: Review and Confirm the Transfer

Once you enter the amount, carefully review the transaction details. Check the destination bank account, withdrawal amount, and any displayed transfer information.

If everything is correct, confirm the transfer through the instructions shown in the Robinhood app.

After submitting your request, monitor the transfer status to see whether it is pending, processing, completed, or requires additional action.

Fastest Way To Transfer Money From Robinhood To Bank

Robinhood offers two types of transfers to your bank account. That is, instant and standard transfer types.

The Instant Bank Withdrawal option is the fastest way to transfer money from your Robinhood account to your bank. If your bank is a member of the RTP (Real-Time Payments) network, then this option is accessible. Instant transactions are normally completed in 10 minutes or less but may take longer depending on your bank. For instant transfers, there is a 1.75% fee.

To transfer money from Robinhood to your bank account using instant withdrawal methods, follow the steps below:

Open your Robinhood app and tap on the Cash icon.
Tap on Transfer.
Select Instant bank withdrawals.
Enter the amount of money you want to transfer.
Select the bank account you want to transfer the money to.
Tap on Review to check the transaction details.
Tap on Transfer to complete the transaction. Your money will be available in your bank account within minutes depending on the bank.

If your bank is not a participating member of the RTP network, you can still transfer money from your Robinhood account using a standard bank transfer.

Standard bank transfers typically take 1 to 3 business days to complete and are free. You can check if your bank is eligible by visiting the RTP Network Participating Financial Institutions website.

How To Sell Stock And Withdraw Money From Robinhood:

If you have stocks in Robinhood and want to turn your investment into cash, the process involves two main steps: selling your stock and withdrawing the resulting cash to your bank account. However, the money from a stock sale is not necessarily available for withdrawal immediately.

Robinhood currently uses T+1 settlement for stocks and ETFs. This means that when you sell a stock, the proceeds generally settle one trading day after the trade date before becoming withdrawable cash.

How to Sell a Stock on Robinhood

Selling a stock on Robinhood is relatively straightforward.

Step 1: Open Robinhood.

Open the Robinhood app and sign in to your account.
Make sure you are viewing your individual investing account and not another Robinhood account type.

Step 2: Select the Stock You Want to Sell

From your portfolio, select the stock you want to sell.
This opens the stock's detail page, where you can review your position and current market information.

Step 3: Select "Trade" and "Sell."

On the stock's detail page, select Trade, then choose Sell.
Robinhood's current instructions follow this process: Stock detail page → Trade → Sell → choose your order type → enter the order details → review → submit.

Step 4: Choose How Much You Want to Sell

Depending on the available options, you can enter the number of shares or a dollar amount.

For example, if you own 10 shares of a stock and only want to cash out approximately half your position, you could sell 5 shares.

Remember that the market value displayed before your order is executed is not necessarily the exact amount you will receive.

Step 5: Review and Submit the Order

Before submitting your sell order, carefully review:

The stock you are selling
Number of shares or dollar amount
Order type
Estimated value
Any applicable information displayed by Robinhood

Then submit the order.

Robinhood notes that during regular market hours, dollar-based and share-based sell orders are market orders, while during extended hours those orders are limit orders with a preset limit price.

Note: The trade generally needs one trading day to settle. Once settlement occurs, the proceeds move into your withdrawable cash balance.

How to Check if Your Money Is Available for Withdrawal

Before requesting a bank transfer, check your Robinhood account for the amount that is actually withdrawable.

Don't rely solely on your total portfolio value.

For example, you might have:

$2,000 in stocks
$500 in unsettled sale proceeds
$200 in already available cash

Your total account value and your immediately withdrawable amount are different figures.

Robinhood explains that unsettled stock-sale proceeds may be available for trading in certain margin accounts, but they are not the same as withdrawable cash.

How to Withdraw the Money to Your Bank Account

Once your stock-sale proceeds have settled and become withdrawable, you can transfer the money to an eligible bank account.

See how to do this above.

Robinhood currently supports several withdrawal methods, depending on eligibility:

Standard bank transfer (ACH): no withdrawal fee; Robinhood processing is listed as 1 day, although the receiving bank can take longer.
Real-time payments (RTP): up to 30 minutes when eligible, with a 1.75% fee, subject to a $1 minimum and $150 maximum.
Debit card withdrawal: up to 30 minutes when eligible, with the same 1.75% fee structure.
Wire transfer: typically same day when submitted before the applicable cutoff, with a listed $25 withdrawal fee in Robinhood's transfer table.

Your available options, limits, and fees can vary by account.

What Are The Withdrawal Limits On Robinhood For Bank Transfers?

Robinhood set up withdrawal limits on bank transfers. The withdrawal limits on Robinhood for bank transfers are as follows:

Originated ACH Deposits & Withdrawals: $50,000 daily limit
Non-Originated ACH Deposits & Withdrawals: $250,000 daily limit
MoneySend Deposits: No daily limit
ATM Withdrawals: $1,010 per withdrawal, up to $5,000 daily limit

Keep in mind that these limits are subject to change. You may always check your current withdrawal limits in the Robinhood app by clicking Account > Transfer limits.

You can increase your daily withdrawal limit by contacting Robinhood customer support. However, note that there may be additional fees or restrictions associated with increasing your limit.

Your bank may have its own withdrawal limits. Contact your bank customer service for more information.

How Long Does It Take To Transfer Money From Robinhood To Bank?

The amount of time it will take to transfer money from Robinhood to your bank is determined by the type of transfer you select.

Instant transfers are the quickest option, usually taking 10 minutes or less to complete. However, immediate transfers incur a 1.75% fee.

Standard bank transfers take longer to execute, often 4-5 business days. They are, however, free. Your bank may have its own processing times. Please contact your bank for more information.

Transfers initiated on weekends or holidays may take longer to complete.

How Do I Set Up Direct Deposits From Robinhood To a Bank Account?

To set up direct deposits from Robinhood to your bank account, you need your bank account and routing numbers. Follow these steps:

Open your Robinhood app and tap on the Cash icon.
Tap on Transfer.
Select the setup direct deposit option.
Tap on Continue.
Tap on Use account and routing numbers of your bank.
Enter your bank account number and routing number. You can find this information on your bank statement or by contacting your bank.
Tap on Verify.
Enter the two micro deposits that are deposited into your bank account.
Tap on Verify.
Once the micro deposits are verified, your direct deposit will be set up.

Your direct deposit will be automatically deposited into your bank account every payday. You can view your direct deposit schedule in the Robinhood app.

How To Withdraw Money From Robinhood Immediately

To withdraw money from your Robinhood immediately, you may be able to use Instant Bank Transfer. Robinhood offers instant withdrawals through Real-Time Payments (RTP) for eligible users and eligible bank accounts.

These transfers can typically arrive within 30 minutes, although availability depends on your bank, account type, transfer limits, and whether your funds are eligible for withdrawal.

To withdraw money immediately, open the Robinhood app and go to Transfers. Select the option to transfer money out of Robinhood, choose your eligible bank account, and check whether Instant Bank Transfer is available. Enter the amount you want to withdraw, review the applicable fee and estimated arrival time, and confirm the transfer.

Robinhood currently lists a 1.75% fee for Instant Bank Transfer withdrawals, with a minimum fee of $1 and a maximum of $150.

Keep in mind that not every bank or bank account supports instant withdrawals. Robinhood says the option will appear when your linked bank is eligible and the transfer falls within your applicable limits.

Also, an instant transfer cannot bypass restrictions on your money. Recently sold investments, unsettled funds, recent deposits, or account restrictions may prevent certain funds from being withdrawn immediately.

Why Can't I Withdraw Money From My Robinhood Account?

There are several reasons why you might not be able to withdraw money from your Robinhood account:

Pending orders:

If you have any pending orders in your account, you won't be able to withdraw money until those orders are completed. This is because the money associated with those orders is being held until the transaction is finalized.

Limited instant transfers:

Not all banks are eligible for instant transfers with Robinhood. If your bank is not eligible, you'll have to wait for a standard bank transfer, which can take 4-5 business days to complete.

Restriction on your account:

If your account is restricted, you may not be able to withdraw money until you resolve the issue. This could be due to a number of reasons, such as a negative balance, a failed transaction, or suspected fraud.

Account verification:

If your account is not fully verified, you may not be able to withdraw money until you complete the verification process. This typically involves providing documentation to verify your identity and address.

Regulatory requirements:

In some cases, Robinhood may be required to withhold your money due to regulatory reasons. This could happen, for example, if you are the subject of a legal investigation or if you have been flagged for suspicious activity.

If you're unsure why you can't withdraw money from your Robinhood account, the best thing to do is to contact Robinhood customer support. They will be able to investigate the issue and provide you with more specific information.

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Bottom Line On Fastest Ways To Transfer Money From Robinhood To Bank

Withdrawing money from Robinhood to a bank account can be straightforward when your funds are eligible and your bank account meets the platform's requirements. However, unsettled trades, withdrawal holds, and account restrictions can affect the process.

Before requesting a transfer, check your withdrawable cash, verify your bank account, and review the information provided by Robinhood.

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