How to Request Money on Venmo on iPhone or iPad

Open Venmo. Look for the blue icon with a white “V.” You'll typically find it on your home screen. If you're not already signed in, tap Sign In, enter your login details, then tap Submit.

Tap the pencil and paper icon. It's at the top-right corner of Venmo in the blue bar.

Select the contact you want to charge. You can tap the top box to bring up a list of contacts. You'll only be able to request a payment from one of your current Venmo contacts.

Enter the amount.

Type a description. Tap the box that says “What's it for?” to start typing your request.

Tap Request. Venmo will now alert your contact of this payment request.