Understand AdSense for YouTube's payment process

Want to know when you'll get paid? Creators in the YouTube Partner Programme are paid through AdSense for YouTube, which follows a monthly cycle. This guide explains what happens during the payment cycle and when you can expect to be paid.

When will I get paid? YouTube Partner Programme payment timelines

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How payments work

Your YouTube channel accrues earnings over the course of the month. Once the month ends, your estimated earnings from the previous month may get adjusted for:

Invalid traffic
Content ID claims and disputes
Certain ad campaign types (like cost-per-day campaigns)
Taxes on earnings from US viewers
- If you're outside the US, you may also be liable to pay taxes to your country or region of residence. Learn more here or check with your local tax authorities for guidance.

Earnings are finalised and posted in AdSense for YouTube.

The total balance must reach the payment threshold and any changes to payment info must be completed to be paid that month.

Payment issued; a 'Payment pending' line item will appear in AdSense for YouTube.

Between the 7th and 12th of the month

Earnings are finalised and posted in AdSense for YouTube.

Your estimated earnings for the previous month are finalised during this time.
To view payment info, sign in to your AdSense for YouTube account and select Payments.
This page will also show any deductions related to adjustments or fees.
If you have a single channel associated with your AdSense for YouTube account, you can use the YouTube Studio app to view payment info.

On the 20th of the month

The total balance must reach the payment threshold and any changes to payment info must be completed to be paid that month.

Payment threshold: Your total balance on the 20th must reach the payment threshold of your currency to be paid that month. If your balance doesn't meet the payment threshold, it's rolled over to the next month.
- If you have separate payments accounts for AdSense and AdSense for YouTube, each account will need to reach the payment threshold to be paid.
Payment info changes: Any changes to your payment info (including removing payment holds) must be completed on or before the 20th of the month. Changes made after the 20th won't take effect until the next month's payment cycle.
- For example, if you remove a payment hold after the 20th, you won't be paid that month. Your balance will roll over to the next month.

Between the 21st and 26th of the month

Payment issued; a 'Payment pending' line item will appear in AdSense for YouTube.

If the 21st falls on a weekend or public holiday, payments may be issued on the first working day following the 21st of that month. The exact time that you get your payment depends on your time zone and your chosen payment method:

Bank transfer: After payment has been issued, allow up to seven working days for the transfer to be completed. If you haven't received payment after seven working days, follow these troubleshooting steps.
Cheque: Cheques are posted for eligible accounts. Allow two to four weeks for your cheque to arrive in the post. Arrival times may vary depending on the postal service in your area.
Hyperwallet: After payment has been issued, allow one to two days for your earnings to become available in your Hyperwallet account. Note that once your earnings have been deposited to your Hyperwallet account, they can't be transferred back to AdSense for YouTube.
Wire transfer: After the wire transfer has been initiated, allow up to 15 working days for the transfer to be completed. Wire transfer times may vary depending on your banking institution. If you haven't received payment after 15 working days, follow these troubleshooting steps.
Western Union Quick Cash: After payment has been issued, it can be picked up at any Western Union location in your country after one working day. Please note that Western Union is no longer available for creators to select when choosing a form of payment.

Note: At any time, payment may be withheld and/or earnings may be deducted if your account violates the AdSense programme policies and either the AdSense Terms and Conditions or the AdSense for YouTube Terms and Conditions (whichever is applicable). Withholding and/or deductions may begin from when Google initiates its investigation of potential violations.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Can I be paid early?

No, we can't issue payments outside our standard payment timeline (outlined above) for any reason.

My 'Transactions' page is missing several payments. How can I view my full transaction history?

The default view of your 'Transactions' page will show the last three months of transactions in your account. To view your full transaction history, select All time in the date range selector.

If you'd like to view transactions before your AdSense for YouTube payments account was created, you'll have to check your old AdSense payments account.

My bank transfer was sent to a closed bank account, what do I do?

If your form of payment is a bank transfer and your payment was issued to a recently closed bank account, then the payment will be automatically returned in a few days. When the payment has been returned, your earnings will be credited back to your account. If you have a new bank account verified in your account, then your returned payment will be reissued in a few days. You can expect the entire process to take about a week.

Can I get a tracking number for my local courier cheque delivery?

We do not offer tracking numbers for cheque deliveries.

My cheque didn't arrive. How do I get a new cheque?

There are two main reasons why your cheque might not have arrived:

The cheque went to the wrong address. In this case, you'll need to change the payee information in your AdSense for YouTube account before you request a new cheque.

The cheque may have been misplaced in the postal service of your country.

It takes approximately two to four weeks after the postage date for creators to get their cheque. But it may take longer depending on the postal service in your location. If you need to request a reissue of your cheque, please wait 60 days from the date of issue.

If it's been more than 60 days, you can request a reissue of your cheque:

Sign in to your AdSense for YouTube account.

Click Payments Payments info.

On your 'Transactions' page, find the issue date and current status of your cheque.

If your cheque still hasn't been cashed after 60 days, a 'Reissue payment' link will surface next to the cheque's status.

Click Reissue payment and confirm that you want to reissue the payment.

A new line item will surface, showing that the cheque has been stopped and that your reissue is in progress.

What is the sender address for Western Union payments?

You can find the sender address on your payment receipt. Bear in mind that Western Union is no longer available as an option for creators when choosing a form of payment. Learn more about receiving payments via Western Union.

Can I change my payment currency?

Unfortunately, it's not possible to change your payment currency.

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