Ko-fi Stripe Payout Delayed
Quick answer
Ko-fi sends Stripe payments straight to your Stripe account, and Stripe pays out to your bank automatically about every 7 days. Delays come from Stripe verification or bank timing.
Most likely fix: Check the Stripe dashboard
How to fix it
Try these in order — the most common fix is first.
1. Check the Stripe dashboard
- Log into Stripe and open Balances and Payouts
- Confirm the payment is in your balance
Did this fix it?2. Complete Stripe verification
- Resolve any requirements shown in the Stripe dashboard
Did this fix it?3. Wait and escalate
- Allow 5 business days past the expected date
- Then contact Stripe support; Ko-fi cannot see your payouts
Did this fix it?
Symptoms
Ko-fi shows payments but nothing reaches your bank.
Why it happens
- Stripe payout schedule of about every 7 days
- Incomplete Stripe verification
- Bank delays on weekends and holidays
- Stripe reserve or review
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