Biller name
Verizon Wireless
HQ: Basking Ridge, NJ
Legal name
Verizon Communications Inc.
Website
Also known as
Verizon Mobile · Verizon Postpaid · My Verizon
Deferit is unaffiliated with Verizon Wireless
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Verizon Wireless Account & Billing Support
| Department | Number / Channel | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile billing / payment Main | 800-922-0204 · dial *611 from a Verizon phone | Mon-Sat 8a-7p · Sun 8a-5p · timezone varies by location |
Retrieved May 2026 · Source: verizon.com/support/pay-bill-faqs ·verizon.com/support/contact-us · current departmental phone numbers and hours of operation.
Verizon Wireless Bill Types
About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless provides postpaid and prepaid mobile phone, data, and device services to customers across the United States. It is operated by Cellco Partnership, a subsidiary of Verizon Communications Inc., and offers wireless plans under the Verizon brand.
Verizon Wireless bills commonly include monthly plan charges, device payment installments, taxes and government fees, international charges, device protection plans, and data add-ons. Deferit is unaffiliated with Verizon.
How to Pay Your Verizon Wireless Bill
- Online: verizon.com or My Verizon app · sign in or pay without signing in using account number + billing ZIP.
- Phone: dial #PMT (#768) from your Verizon mobile, or call 800-922-0204 · $10 agent assistance fee applies for CSR payments.
- In-person: Verizon stores · cash and credit/debit cards accepted.
- Cash (third-party): CheckFreePay and Western Union participating locations · PayNearMe at CVS or 7-Eleven is not accepted for Verizon Wireless.
- With Deferit: pay now and split into 4 installments, once every two weeks. Learn more →
Payment Methods & Addresses
Retrieved May 2026 · Source: verizon.com/support/pay-bill-faqs ·verizon.com/support/billing-and-payments .
Late Fees & Payment Policies
Wireless late fee: Up to 5% of the unpaid balance, or $10, whichever is greater, as permitted by law. Applies when the past-due balance exceeds $10. A $20 per-line reconnect fee applies if service is suspended for non-payment.
Retrieved May 2026 · Source: verizon.com/support/customer-agreement
| Policy / Fee | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless late fee | Up to 5% of unpaid balance, or $10, whichever is greater, as permitted by law | Charged when past-due balance exceeds $10 |
| Reconnect fee (wireless) | $20 per line | If service is suspended for non-payment · charged to next bill when service is restored |
| Agent assistance fee | $10 | Applies when making a payment through a Customer Service Representative by phone or chat · free via My Verizon |
| Returned check / bank payment | $20–$30 | Varies by state |
Retrieved May 2026 · Source: verizon.com/support/pay-bill-faqs ·verizon.com/support/promise-to-pay-faqs ·verizon.com/support/customer-agreement
Need to split your Verizon Wireless bill into installments?
Verizon Wireless offers Promise to Pay payment arrangements for eligible accounts. A Promise to Pay lets you commit to paying your balance on a date you choose. It can prevent service suspension if the full balance is included, but late fees still apply. Options depend on account history. Set up through My Verizon for free, or call 800-922-0204.
If the goal is to pay the bill in full now and split the cost into smaller repayments, Deferit can pay your Verizon Wireless bill on your behalf and let you repay it in 4 installments, once every two weeks.
Retrieved May 2026 · Source: verizon.com/support/promise-to-pay-faqs .
| Verizon Wireless Promise to Pay |  Deferit | |
|---|---|---|
| How to access | Request through My Verizon or by calling support. Subject to Verizon's approval at the time of request. | Sign up, take a picture of your bill, and Deferit pays it on your behalf. Online or in app. |
| Maximum split | Typically 1–2 scheduled payments, or 1–2 promises to pay (or a combination), depending on eligibility. | 4 installments, once every two weeks, up to your Deferit balance |
| Eligibility & approval | Decided by Verizon Wireless at request time based on account status | Monthly Deferit membership, no lock-ins. Cancel anytime. |
| Fees & interest | A $10 Agent Assistance Fee applies if you set it up with a live agent or chat. It's free via the My Verizon app, online, a store kiosk, or automated phone (#PMT). Late fees still apply if the date is missed (up to 5% or $10). | Monthly Deferit membership plus a $0.99 processing fee per bill. No interest. No late fees on eligible Deferit memberships.* |
| If you miss a payment | Late fee added. Service may be suspended. $20-per-line reconnect fee on wireless. | You can reschedule a repayment date in the app before it's due. Late fees may apply depending on your Deferit membership.* |
| Works for | Verizon Wireless bills only | Verizon Wireless and most other US household bills |
| Learn more → |
*No late fees feature included with Max and Ultra memberships. Installments on the Lite membership may incur late fees if overdue. See Membership terms for details.
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Common Questions About Verizon Wireless
Does Verizon Wireless charge a late fee? ›
Yes. Verizon Wireless charges a late fee of up to 5% of the unpaid balance or a flat $10, whichever is greater, as permitted by law in your state. The late fee applies when a past-due balance exceeds $10.
Retrieved May 2026 · Source: verizon.com/support/customer-agreement
What happens if Verizon suspends my mobile service? ›
If your wireless service is suspended for non-payment, a $20 per-line reconnect fee applies to restore each line. A $10 agent assistance fee applies when a rep arranges payment by phone or chat. To avoid suspension, Verizon's Promise to Pay program may allow you to schedule a future payment date, depending on account status.
Retrieved May 2026 · Source: verizon.com/support/promise-to-pay-faqs
How do I pay my Verizon Wireless bill online? ›
Sign in to My Verizon at verizon.com and navigate to Home, Bills, Pay Bill. You can also pay without signing in using your Verizon account number and billing ZIP code. Accepted payment types include bank accounts and credit/debit/ATM cards.
Retrieved May 2026 · Source: verizon.com/support/pay-bill-faqs
How do I pay my Verizon Wireless bill by phone? ›
Dial #PMT (#768) from any Verizon mobile device to pay through the automated IVR at no charge. You can also call 1-800-922-0204. Payments made with a live agent may incur a $10 Agent Assistance fee. The IVR and My Verizon app are free.
Retrieved May 2026 · Source: verizon.com/support/pay-bill-faqs
Can I pay my Verizon Wireless bill in cash? ›
Yes. Verizon Wireless accepts cash at Verizon retail store locations, CheckFreePay outlets, and Western Union agent locations. PayNearMe at CVS or 7-Eleven is for Verizon Fios (residential) bills only and is not currently accepted for Verizon Wireless payments.
Retrieved May 2026 · Source: verizon.com/support/pay-bill-faqs
How do I set up AutoPay for Verizon Wireless? ›
Sign in to My Verizon and go to your AutoPay settings to enroll. You can use a bank account, debit card, or credit card. Enrolling in AutoPay may qualify you for monthly mobile bill discounts on eligible plans.
Retrieved May 2026 · Source: verizon.com/support/billing-and-payments
What is a Verizon Promise to Pay? ›
A Promise to Pay is a payment arrangement that lets you commit to paying your Verizon wireless bill after the due date. It can prevent service suspension if the full balance is included, but does not prevent late fees. You choose the payment date when setting up the arrangement through My Verizon or by calling 800-922-0204.
Retrieved May 2026 · Source: verizon.com/support/promise-to-pay-faqs
Can I split my Verizon Wireless bill into installments? ›
Verizon's Promise to Pay program may allow 1 to 2 scheduled payments, or 1 to 2 promises to pay, depending on account eligibility. It is not a true 4-installment split. Deferit can pay your Verizon Wireless bill in full now and let you repay across 4 installments, once every two weeks.
Retrieved May 2026 · Source: verizon.com/support/promise-to-pay-faqs
Customer Service Tips for Verizon Wireless Customers
Have these ready before you call. Account number, billing ZIP code, mobile number, last bill amount, and preferred payment method. Call 800-922-0204 or dial *611 from your Verizon mobile.
How to read your Verizon Wireless bill. Charges appear per line under plan charges, device payment installments, and fees/taxes. The My Verizon app shows a per-line data usage breakdown for the current cycle. Check this before calling about overages.
How to lower your Verizon Wireless bill. Review plan charges, device payments, protection plans, and add-ons (Disney+, Apple Music, Cloud, +Play) in the My Verizon app. Cancel unused add-ons online. If the issue is a one-time payment shortfall, Deferit's Pay-in-4 splits the bill across 4 installments, once every two weeks.
Retrieved May 2026 · Sources: verizon.com/support/pay-bill-faqs ·verizon.com/support/contact-us .
Updated: May 2026