Why is DailyPay taking so long?

Asked by: Vena Kuphal  |  Last update: April 17, 2025
Score: 4.4/5 (17 votes)

If what is available now in DailyPay has not been updated, please check to see that you have correctly logged your hours. Your earnings can potentially be delayed by the kind of work you're doing, how it's being reported or how much data is being entered by your employer's payroll team at one time.

Why is there a delay on my DailyPay?

If your earnings haven't been updated in the DailyPay app, we're here to help. Typically, there are a few common reasons for this: Weekend (Salaried earnings will never update during the weekend) Day before payday (available earnings goes to $0 so we can send you the remainder pay the following day)

How long does it take to receive money from DailyPay?

Most instant transfers will be in your bank account within 30 minutes. In rare cases, your transfer may take up to 24 hours to appear. If you don't see the money you transferred in the bank account associated with your debit card 24 hours after your transfer was sent, contact the DailyPay Support team.

Is the DailyPay system down right now?

DailyPay uses this page to communicate any issues with our systems including maintenance and unplanned outages. No incidents reported today. No incidents reported.

Why didn't I get my DailyPay?

There may be cases where a payment sent to an employee's bank account fails or is rejected. This usually happens if the employee's personal bank account information (bank account and routing numbers) on file with DailyPay is incorrect. The rejected/failed payment will be returned by the bank to DailyPay.

Earn $1,350/Day with ChatGPT & Google Drive for FREE

21 related questions found

What time of day does DailyPay update?

Your available DailyPay Balance is updated three times a day (morning, afternoon, and night). 7. How quickly will I receive my money? DailyPay offers two types of transfers: Instant and Next Day.

Is there a downside to DailyPay?

Earned Wage Access Can Be Expensive For Employees

Many daily pay providers proudly advertise “No Fees,” but be careful of the fine print! While it may be free to sign up, it's not free to use. Many providers charge a fixed fee every time an employee accesses their funds, sometimes offering up to five transfers a week.

Why is my DailyPay transfer not working?

Transfers may be declined for a variety of reasons. To avoid a transaction declining, make sure your DailyPay Card is active, your transaction is within your transaction limits, and you have enough funds to cover the transaction. Many times, transactions will fail due to reasons out of DailyPay's control.

Why am I not getting paid on payday?

If the regular payday for the last pay period an employee worked has passed and the employee has not been paid, contact the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division or the state labor department. The Department also has mechanisms in place for the recovery of back wages.

Where is my DailyPay?

To check your balance, you can text* “BALANCE” to 66867. We will check in real time and report back with your current balance! You can also subscribe to be notified when your earnings are available to transfer.

Does DailyPay make your check late?

Good news - you'll still be paid on your normal payday in the account that you choose. You might notice a few small changes, though. DailyPay works in partnership with your employer so you can get your pay early if you want to.

Can I borrow money from DailyPay?

DailyPay is not a payday loan. Payday loans often have hidden fees or interest payments that can leave the borrower in debt. DailyPay enables you to access your earnings before payday, and there is no loan to repay of any kind.

Why is my DailyPay still pending?

If your paycheck is showing as 'credit pending' in your pay track or DailyPay statement, it means that it was successfully sent (but is still processing) from your DailyPay account to your bank account on file.

Why would my pay be delayed?

Common Reasons for Payroll Delays

Data entry errors: Mistakes entering employee hours, incorrect tax information, or inaccuracies in benefit deductions can lead to processing delays. Even minor errors require time-consuming corrections and can push payroll timelines back.

How long does it take for DailyPay to hit your account?

With instant transfers, money is available instantly, 24/7. With next- business-day transfers, money is received on the next business day. (This applies to any transfers requested after 5:30PM EST. Funds will be available in the morning on the Page 3 Get the free app or go to dailypay.tm/kroger20 3 next business day.

Why haven't I gotten my paycheck yet?

Whatever the reason, the best thing to do is contact your employer's payroll department. You can ask them to confirm whether or not you sent your payment information in time for processing and confirm that the bank account information they're using to route your paycheck is accurate.

Why is my money not showing up on DailyPay?

If what is available now in DailyPay has not been updated, please check to see that you have correctly logged your hours. Your earnings can potentially be delayed by the kind of work you're doing, how it's being reported or how much data is being entered by your employer's payroll team at one time.

Why have I not been paid yet?

If there's no policy, raise the problem as soon as possible with your manager, payroll team or someone in HR. It's usually best to first raise the problem informally by talking with your employer. This can help resolve it quickly if there's been a mistake.

Why is there a delay in transferring money?

One of the most common reasons for a bank transfer delay is a weekend or holiday. Transfers are typically processed during working days and hours, so if your sender has made a payment on Friday afternoon, it won't be processed until Monday morning. This automatically tacks on two days to the processing time.

How often is DailyPay updated?

When will I see updates to my available balance? hours are sent to DailyPay at 6 pm. Please note that if you are working a shift that does not end prior to 6 pm, your balance will update the following day. For example, if you work on Monday from 2 pm to 8 pm, your earnings will be available Tuesday at 6 pm.

What bank does DailyPay use?

The DailyPay account may appear as a Wells Fargo account. The routing number will always be 121000248, and the account number will start with 3258.

Is hourly or DailyPay better?

Hourly rates are calculated by the number of hours worked, thereby offering a higher degree of precision for both workers and employers. While day rates tend to be more straightforward to budget upfront, hourly rates often provide fairer compensation for workers.

What happens if I delete my DailyPay?

Please note: If you have made earnings transfers ahead of payday, you may request DailyPay account closure at any time, but we'll receive one final paycheck from your Employer to cover the transfers that we sent you early, passing along any remainder pay to your bank account on file.

Can you overdraft DailyPay?

DailyPay is an Overdraft Eliminator

Aite-Novarica Group's research also found that employees who use DailyPay incurred fewer account overdraft fees. of DailyPay users overdraw their account rarely/never (79%) or less (18%) after access to DailyPay.