{"id":22083,"date":"2022-05-06T06:45:31","date_gmt":"2022-05-06T11:45:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.casino.org\/blog\/?p=22083"},"modified":"2022-05-06T12:29:14","modified_gmt":"2022-05-06T17:29:14","slug":"las-vegas-atms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.casino.org\/blog\/las-vegas-atms\/","title":{"rendered":"Where To Find ATMs With The Cheapest Fees In Las Vegas"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Although there are ATMs everywhere in Las Vegas, if you don’t plan ahead then withdrawing money can get very expensive, as the average ATM fee is around $5<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Withdrawing cash can be especially pricey if you withdraw while at a casino, particularly on the Strip, where you can expect to pay up to $10 in fees<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even if you bring a big pile of cash with you (more on that later), chances are you will need to withdraw a little extra at some point because Vegas is going to drain your wallet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, if you\u2019re heading to Vegas for your next trip, here are some tips to help you avoid any nasty extra costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How To Get Cash Out For Free In Vegas<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Free ATMs in Vegas are a rarity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unless you\u2019re a US bank account holder e.g. Bank of America, and can visit a branch as a customer while in Vegas, finding a free ATM is going to be very difficult.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But here are some handy hints. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Free ATM Withdrawals Through Your Bank<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Wells Fargo <\/strong>account holders – get cash out for free from ATMs at airports<\/strong> and car rental centers. It can depend on the location, but the bank has a number of outlets across the city<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Canadians using Interac and Plus<\/strong> should look out for the no-fee Allpoint green logo <\/strong>at locations such as CVS Pharmacy, Walgreens, and the Monorail Station Harrah\u2019s & the LINQ on the Strip<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Or head slightly further afield to the Las Vegas Convention Center<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another alternative is to open an account with a bank that offers ATM fee reimbursements<\/strong>. However, there are often caps with these. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Bank Alliance Schemes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Some banks are also part of \u2018alliance\u2019 schemes or cooperatives with other banks and retailers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These can give you access to a large network of ATMs, not just your own banks\u2019. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you travel regularly within the US, it\u2019s\nworth doing your research to see if your account qualifies, as the more\nwithdrawal points you can use, the better your chances of finding a\nsurcharge-free one. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Cash Back In Stores<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Finally, if you expect to do some shopping while you\u2019re in town, you can always try avoiding ATMs completely. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many retailers offer a free, or very cheap, \u2018cash back\u2019 service when you make a purchase on their premises. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This could be convenient, but the costs can still clock-up and, as the limit will likely be lower than an ATM, you may have to make more trips. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip:<\/strong> Locate the machines before you travel and pin them on your maps app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ATMs With The Lowest Fees<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As mentioned, it’s really hard to find an ATM with zero fees in Vegas – but there are some places you can get lower fees (around $3).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bank ATMs on the Strip won\u2019t be free if\nyou\u2019re not a customer. But they\u2019ll usually end up saving you a couple more\ndollars than the in-casino options. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the Strip itself you should find a few Bank of America<\/strong> outlets, with Wells Fargo <\/strong>locations sandwiched in between the Strip and Downtown Vegas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However bear in mind that if you\u2019re travelling from outside the US you may get stung with extra bank charges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other options for lower fees are ATMs at convenience or drug stores<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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ATM Fees Are Highest In The Casinos<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you\u2019re having fun, it will be tempting to stick with the closest ATM in your casino or hotel. And that\u2019s exactly what the establishments bank on!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The issue with the ATMs in casinos is they come with hefty charges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The introduction of \u2018table-top ATMs\u2019 a couple of years ago hasn\u2019t helped matters either. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While handy,\nas the machines pay out currency in the form of casino chips \u2014 meaning players\ndon\u2019t need to leave the gaming tables \u2014 they\u2019re a very easy way to lose money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The fees for these \u2018point-of-sale\u2019 transactions can be a few dollars lower than an ATM, at roughly $4 plus around 2.5 percent<\/a> of whatever you withdraw. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So it\u2019s a stretch to call them cheaper. And for many, they can prove too good to be true. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our verdict?\nUse one of the alternative suggestions above and save your hard-earned cents\nfor the fun stuff instead. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And if you\u2019re wanting to spend your moolah on services other than gambling, you can always turn to your digital wallet and use cryptocurrency<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a city that always has one foot firmly in the future, Vegas has had bitcoin ATMs<\/a> in casinos for a while now. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As for alternate ideas, wire transfers direct to the casino cages<\/strong>, and setting up lines of credit <\/strong>with the casino, are both also options. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, these\ncome with their own pros and cons. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wire transfers\ncan have large minimum limits, meaning they\u2019re only usually viable for fairly\nbig spenders and high-rollers, and they\u2019re quite restrictive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While, lines\nof credit can be \u2018dangerous\u2019 if you\u2019re worried about suppressing your budget. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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ATM Fees At The Most Popular Casinos<\/strong> In Las Vegas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ever wondered how much you\u2019ll have to pay to get cash out at your favorite Vegas casinos? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reported ATM fees at the following casinos:<\/p>\n\n\n\n