> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Payouts

> Consolidate your eligible earnings and manage your payout threshold directly from the dashboard.

## Introduction

The **Payouts Section** consolidates all eligible earnings that can be disbursed in the next payout cycle. It provides transparency on the net available balance after accounting for all fees, refunds, and taxes.

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  <img src="https://mintcdn.com/dodopayments-mintlify-external-integration-datafast-autosen/OHaZy74amIvhs5fd/images/payouts/payout-section.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=OHaZy74amIvhs5fd&q=85&s=4bad6aad9b38b01692cc00913ac5bf4f" alt="Payouts section showing balance eligible for payout" width="1883" height="1058" data-path="images/payouts/payout-section.png" />
</Frame>

## Key Features

* Displays the total balance eligible for payout in the upcoming cycle in USD
* Automatically applies FX conversion for non-USD currencies
* Lets businesses **set or modify their payout threshold** directly from the wallet settings

<Info>
  The displayed amount is **for reference only**. Final payout amounts may vary based on the actual exchange rate at the time of transfer.
</Info>

## Payout Cycles

We support the following payout cycles:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Bi-Monthly (Default)">
    **Billing Period 1:** 1st to 15th of the month\
    **Payout Date 1:** 18th of the same month

    **Billing Period 2:** 16th to the end of the month\
    **Payout Date 2:** 4th of the following month
  </Step>

  <Step title="Weekly">
    **Billing Period 1:** 1st to 7th\
    **Payout Date 1:** 11th of the same month

    **Billing Period 2:** 8th to 14th\
    **Payout Date 2:** 18th of the same month

    **Billing Period 3:** 15th to 21st\
    **Payout Date 3:** 25th of the same month

    **Billing Period 4:** 22nd to the end of the month\
    **Payout Date 4:** 4th of the following month
  </Step>

  <Step title="Monthly">
    **Billing Period:** 1st to the end of the month\
    **Payout Date:** 11th of the following month
  </Step>
</Steps>

**Note:**

* Payouts will only be initiated if all verifications are successful and Payout Threshold is crossed in the billing period.
* The default payout cycle for all businesses is **bi-monthly**.
* Businesses with higher transaction volumes may request **weekly** payouts by contacting [support@dodopayments.com](mailto:support@dodopayments.com).
* Certain high-risk businesses may be placed on a **monthly** payout cycle at our discretion.

## Payout Processing and Bank Timelines

1. The dates provided above are the **initiation dates** for payouts.
2. It typically takes **1-2 business days** for the amount to appear in your bank account.
3. Delays may occur if payout processing dates fall on weekends or bank holidays.

## Minimum Payout Threshold

| Currency | Minimum Threshold |
| -------- | ----------------- |
| USD      | \$50              |
| INR      | ₹1,000            |

<Info>
  If your balance does not meet the threshold, it will carry forward to the next payout cycle.
</Info>

## Flexible Minimum Payout Threshold

You can customize the balance that must build up in your USD wallet before Dodo Payments triggers a payout.

**Configuration:**

* **Allowed values:** \$50 or any higher amount
* **Effective from:** Your current payout cycle
* **Note:** Payouts already scheduled (if entry is created in the payout table) remain unchanged

### How to Edit Your Threshold

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  <img src="https://mintcdn.com/dodopayments-mintlify-external-integration-datafast-autosen/OHaZy74amIvhs5fd/images/payouts/payout-threshold-edit.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=OHaZy74amIvhs5fd&q=85&s=119c95cc057c83a0422788f5cea6f5c8" alt="Edit payout threshold in dashboard" width="1878" height="1058" data-path="images/payouts/payout-threshold-edit.png" />
</Frame>

<Steps>
  <Step title="Navigate to Payout Settings">
    Go to **Payouts → Payouts Page → Minimum Threshold**
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter New Threshold">
    Choose edit threshold and enter a number **≥ 50** (e.g., "250")
  </Step>

  <Step title="Confirm Changes">
    Click **Confirm** to save your new threshold
  </Step>

  <Step title="Verify Update">
    You will see the updated amount in the Minimum Payout Threshold field
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Note>
  This feature is only applicable to the USD/EUR/GBP Wallet as of now. The INR wallet will have no changes.
</Note>

## Payout Deductions

The following amounts are deducted from your sales before payout:

**Taxes:**
All applicable taxes as per the Tax Calculator will be deducted from the sales amount before payout.

**Fees:**
Dodo Payment Fees and Payout Fees will be deducted before sending the payout.

<Tip>
  For detailed fee information, check out our [Pricing Page](https://dodopayments.com/pricing).
</Tip>

## Payout Status

Track the progress of your payouts through the following status indicators:

| Status        | Description                                                                              |
| ------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Not Initiated | Payout due date has not yet arrived hence it has not been initiated                      |
| In Progress   | Payout due date has arrived and payout is in progress                                    |
| On Hold       | Payout is put on hold by the Payout Team (by backend until admin dashboard is available) |
| Successful    | Payout to the business account is processed successfully                                 |
| Failed        | Payout to the business account has failed                                                |

## Payout Invoice

A reverse invoice is generated to indicate the amount paid by Dodo Payments to the business.

### Invoice Structure

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  <img src="https://mintcdn.com/dodopayments-mintlify-external-integration-datafast-autosen/OHaZy74amIvhs5fd/images/payouts/payout-process/Invoice%20-%20Payout.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=OHaZy74amIvhs5fd&q=85&s=3b5fa9a9c5011638f7678db6811df0bd" alt="Payout invoice structure example" width="60%" data-path="images/payouts/payout-process/Invoice - Payout.png" />
</Frame>

## Important Disclaimer for Indian Businesses

* **INR Payouts to businesses in India are handled independently** and are **not part of the consolidated USD/GBP/EUR payout cycle**.
* Businesses with Indian bank accounts will receive **two separate payouts** per cycle:
  * One for INR Wallet (domestic payout)
  * One for global currencies (USD/GBP/EUR consolidated payout)
* Each payout will generate a separate invoice and entry in the balance ledger.

<Card title="Balances & Wallets" icon="file-invoice-dollar" href="/features/account-summary-payout-wallet">
  Get a comprehensive overview of all your USD, GBP, EUR, and INR wallet balances, transaction ledgers, and payout-related financial activity.
</Card>
