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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on August 24, 2020.

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Description of Program and Relief

Cashing Stimulus Checks for Illinoisans Without Bank Accounts

The Illinois Department of Professional and Financial Regulation has announced options for unbanked Illinoisans to cash stimulus checks without incurring check cashing fees. Wells Fargo, JPMorgan Chase, U.S. Bank, Fifth Third, and First Midwest, along with other banks, are willing to work with non-customers to cash their stimulus checks for free.

Government or Lead Agency

Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation

Dates Available

Available now

Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions

Available to Illinois residents who do not have banking accounts

Application Deadlines (If Applicable)

N/A

Contact for More Information

E-mail ILBanks@illinois.gov to set up an appointment.

List of Additional Information

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