*The following article is for our Pros that reside in the US.
We’ve heard that Pros appreciate getting paid more quickly! Qualifying Pros on Instapay-eligible shifts can get paid in as few as 5 minutes after completing a shift. This means you’ll be able to have a little more cash in your pocket sooner.
Eligibility
You can select Instapay as your payment frequency seven days AFTER you work your second shift through the Instawork platform. For example, if you complete your second shift on Sunday, February 2, you will be eligible to select Instapay beginning Monday, February 10.
Instapay for 1099 shifts
With 1099 shifts, Instapay sends your full earnings right after you clock out.
You are eligible seven days after completing your second shift
For a debit card, payment is available within 1 hour
For a checking account, payment is available within 3 business days.
You will receive 100% of your shift earnings, minus the 5% fee
Frequency | Account Type | Speed | Fees per payout |
Instapay | Debit card | 1 hour | 5% of the payout amount |
Instapay | Checking account | 3 business days | 5% of the payout amount |
Instapay for W-2 shifts
With W-2 shifts, Instapay sends a portion of your earnings after you clock out:
How it works
Select "Instapay" in your payment settings.
After clocking out, confirm Instapay in the Earnings tab.
Important things to know
You are eligible seven days after completing your second shift.
For a debit card, payment is available within 1 hour.
For a checking account, payment is available within 3 business days.
You will immediately receive 60% of your gross earnings, minus the 5% fee.
The remaining 40% will be paid in your weekly payment after taxes and deductions.
Note, you can always get paid for free by choosing Weekly pay in your payment settings. Learn more about payment settings.
If you have questions about Instapay or need understanding your payment settings, please contact our support team through the Instawork app.