Adding your payout details

This article will walk you through how to set up your payout method for the first time, what to expect if you need to make changes later, and the different payout options available. Depending on how you’ve set up currency and location, you may be able to receive payouts via direct deposit to a local bank account, PayPal, or Payoneer.

Setting up your payout details for the first time

1. On Desktop, click on Your account from the bottom-left corner and then select Settings
2. In the Creator settings section, click on the Billing and payouts
3. Scroll down to find the Payout method section, then click on Add payout method
4. Let us know:
   • Your payout country from the drop-down list
   • If you are a US creator or a non-US creator
   • If you're an individual or a business/corporation
5. Once you have selected all the required information, click on Next
6. Let us know how you would like to be paid from the available options, and complete the payout method form
   • Your payout method options will depend on the payout country you select. Your bank, Payoneer, or PayPal account country location information must match the information you provide
7. Click the Save button, and you're all set!

When you add a payout method for the first time or when you edit your payout method, an automatic 5-day payout lock is placed on your balance. After the 5-day payout lock period, you'll be able to withdraw funds from your balance.

Changing your payout details

Once you’ve set up your payout method, you can return to your Billing and payouts settings at any time to make changes — whether that’s switching from PayPal or Payoneer to a local bank transfer, updating your payout country, or submitting new tax information.

Keep in mind:
Any changes to your payout details — including updating your payout method, citizenship, or submitting a W-9 form — will trigger a 5-day payout lock. You’ll receive an email confirming the hold, including the exact date and time (in Pacific Time) when your funds will become available again.

Payout options

Mobile payouts are gradually rolling out on iOS, with Android coming soon. From the Profile tab, you'll see a new payout section where you can initiate a withdrawal on the go.

You can withdraw all or part of your available balance at any time. The amount field defaults to your full available balance — you can leave it as-is or enter a specific amount. The minimum payout amount can vary depending on the method, currency, and country. You’ll see the payout fee and your estimated net amount before you confirm. Once initiated, payouts typically take 1–5 days to appear in your payout account.

• We recommend using a checking account to transfer payouts. Using a non-standard bank account, such as a savings account or a virtual bank account, may increase the risk of payout failure.

  To use Stripe direct deposit, you’ll need:

  • Your checking account number
  • Your routing number

  If your payout to a standard checking account fails, call your bank to confirm that your account information (including your address) is up to date before reattempting.

  If your payout to a non-standard account (savings or virtual) fails, update your payout method to a standard checking account. Once updated, Stripe will reattempt the payout immediately.

• Creators outside the United States can receive payouts directly to their bank accounts.

  Eligibility

  Whether a bank transfer appears as a payout option depends on your selected currency and your bank's country. These options are available to creators who reside outside the U.S. — see the full list of eligible countries here.

  How to set it up:

  1. Go to your Billing and payouts settings and click Add payout method
  2. Choose your payout country and confirm your payout currency
  3. Select your desired payout method and complete your bank details
  4. You’ll be redirected to Payoneer to provide additional information

  Note: Bank transfer is not the same as creating a Payoneer Wallet account — you do not need a Payoneer account to use direct bank transfer.

  For details about fees, minimum payout amounts, and choosing the right option for you, visit our Payouts guide for creators outside of the U.S.

  Important notes

  • A 5-day payout lock applies after adding or changing this payout method
  • Your information will be reviewed by Payoneer and may require additional details. You’ll be notified once your account is approved or if more information is needed

• Please check that you're logged in to the PayPal account where you'd like to receive your payouts. This ensures that your funds are directed to the correct account.

  If you choose to use PayPal, you will be prompted to log in to your PayPal account using our PayPal integration. You will need to enter your PayPal email and password to link your account.

  If you have an issue with your PayPal account, please contact PayPal support to resolve it, then try logging in again. Creators located in Ukraine currently do not have the PayPal/Hyperwallet payout option available.

• When you select Payoneer (for accounts outside the US only), you will be guided through setting up the account and linking it to your checking account. If you come across any issues with using Payoneer, please refer to this troubleshooting guide: Payoneer FAQs

  Please note that you can only link one Payoneer account to your Patreon account.

When can I payout?

Apple requires us to use iOS in-app purchases for digital goods and new memberships to keep the Patreon app available on the Apple App Store. The iOS in-app purchase system requires a 75-day pending period while Apple processes and confirms the funds. Patreon cannot expedite Apple’s processing timeline. Funds from iOS in-app purchases will appear as pending on your account until Apple has settled the transaction. Visit our How iOS in-app purchases work on Patreon page to learn more about this change.

Funds from products purchased through Commerce on Web and Android will appear as pending for up to 7 days before they can be withdrawn from your balance. Funds from product sales made via iOS in-app purchases will remain pending for up to 75 days before they are available for payout. Funds from membership payments may also appear as pending until they are successfully processed. Once funds are no longer pending and appear as available to withdraw, you can pay out from your balance.

You’ll be able to payout once every 24 hours. Once a payout is initiated, it typically takes 1–5 days for the funds to appear in your personal account. If, for any reason, we are unable to successfully send funds to your account, they are typically returned to your creator balance.