Paying your utility bill is a necessary evil that comes around each month. While online payments are quick and easy, sometimes you may prefer to pay in person. Luckily, Arizona Public Service (APS) offers numerous options to pay your residential electric bill in person at various locations across Arizona.
Overview of Payment Locations
APS provides in-person payment locations including
- Retail stores
- Payment kiosks
- APS local offices
Many of these locations allow you to pay by cash, check, money order or credit/debit card. When paying in cash at select retail stores or kiosks, you may incur a small convenience fee. However, APS does not receive any portion of convenience fees, which go to third-party payment processors.
Pay at Retail Stores
One of the most convenient ways to pay your APS bill is at popular retail stores already part of your regular shopping trips. Simply bring your payment to the register along with your other items. You can pay in cash or by debit/credit card.
Retailers accepting APS payments include
- Walmart
- Fry’s Food Stores
- CVS
- ACE Cash Express
- Local convenience stores
To find the nearest in-store payment location, visit the CheckFreePay® or MoneyGram® site and search for locations by ZIP code.
Pay at Kiosks
APS has also installed payment kiosks inside many popular retail stores for your convenience. Kiosks accept cash, check, money order or debit/credit cards. They provide instant posting of payments to your APS account.
Kiosk locations in metro Phoenix include:
- Avondale: Food City
- Buckeye: Buckeye Town Hall
- Chandler: Food City
- Phoenix: Food City
Kiosks in other Arizona cities include Flagstaff, Cottonwood, Payson, Superior, Whiteriver and more. Visit the APS website for the full list.
Pay at APS Local Offices
You can also pay your APS bill in person at local APS offices. Offices are located in:
- Phoenix
- Prescott Valley
- Show Low
- Sierra Vista
- Tucson
Offices accept cash, checks, money orders and debit/credit cards with no convenience fees. Payments made at APS offices post to your account right away.
When visiting, be sure to have your 10-digit APS account number handy to provide to the representative.
Cash Payment Options
Paying your APS bill in cash is a smart option if you want to avoid fees. Here are some ways to pay in cash without fees:
- Select retail stores and kiosks. See the APS website for no-fee locations.
- APS local offices
- Your bank – Withdraw cash and request a money order to mail to APS
What to Know Before Paying In Person
- Have your 10-digit APS account number ready to provide
- At retail stores, locate the payment station, often at Customer Service
- At kiosks, carefully follow the on-screen prompts
- Get a receipt as proof of your payment
- Payments post to your account within 1-3 business days generally
Benefits of Paying in Person
While online payments are convenient, for some APS customers, paying in person is the preferred method. Benefits include:
- Pay with cash or check if you prefer not to provide bank or card details online
- Get same-day credit to your account when paying at APS local offices
- Speak with a customer service representative in person if you have questions
- Avoid worrying about whether an online payment went through properly
- Take care of your electric bill while running other errands
APS offers numerous ways to pay your bill in person across Arizona. With retail stores, payment kiosks, and APS offices available, choosing the most convenient option for you is simple. Paying in person gives customers flexibility and peace of mind that payments reach APS in a timely manner.
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FAQ
Where can I pay my APS bill in person?
Where can I pay my Phoenix water bill in person?
How can I pay my bill on my phone?
Does ApS have a grace period in Arizona?
Where can I pay my APS Bill?
Payments post to your account right away. Pay your APS bill in cash at popular chains like Walmart, Fry’s Food Stores, CVS, Ace Cash Express and local convenience stores. A convenience fee may apply depending on location. To find fee-free and low-cost locations: CheckFreePay®: $1.75 fee. Find nearest location here. MoneyGram®: $1.95 fee.
Does APS receive a fee?
APS does not receive a portion of this fee. Pay with cash at a location near you. All payments are posted to your APS account immediately. Please have your account number on hand. For most transactions at retail stores or kiosks, a convenience fee charged by our third-party payment processing vendors will apply.
How do I pay APS in Arizona?
Mail your APS payment to: Arizona Public Service P.O. Box 2906 Phoenix, AZ 85062-2906 Be sure to allow 5-7 business days for the mailed check to reach APS and process by your due date. Include your APS account number on the check. 6. Pay at Retail Locations
How do I pay my APS electric bill?
APS provides multiple ways for residential customers to pay their electric bills using a credit or debit card. While online payments through the APS website is easiest, you can also pay by card over the phone, by mail, at walk-in payment kiosks, or at select retail stores. When paying by card, a small convenience fee applies per transaction.
How long does it take APS to pay my bill?
Be sure to allow 3-5 business days for mailed payments to post so it arrives on time. APS offers several ways to pay your bill in person with cash at nearby retail stores and payment kiosks. Payments post to your account right away.
How much do APS credit card payments cost?
Late fees are $8 for residential customers. When planning your monthly budget, keep in mind the small convenience fees that apply to APS credit card payments. The $2-3 transaction fees are affordable but do add up. Compare costs for different payment methods like your bank account (no fee) and weigh options.
