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Zaki M Community Member

Payment Method Inactive !

Hello ! It's been five days since i added payment method to local bank. But it's still inactiave. No Response or Verification email from upwork.Can you please tell me how long it will take to active ?

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Andrea's avatar
Andrea G Community Manager

Hi Zaki,

 

If your payment method is inactive, it can be because of one or both of the following reasons:

 

 

It was added in the last three days: For security reasons, any new payment method will become active in three days. 

 

You need to provide your tax information: In order to access their funds, all freelancers who are U.S persons should file a Form W-9 with Upwork. You sign electronically by submitting the form.

If you’re not a U.S.taxpayer you’ll need to file a Form W-8BEN instead. The Form W-8BEN is a form used to confirm you’re not a U.S. taxpayer and that Upwork is not required to withhold taxes from your earnings. Tip: You can use your own legal name as it appears in your passport or other official documents.

 

Update:

 

Hi all,

 

This thread has been closed from further replies due to its size. We appreciate your participation in the Community and welcome you to continue the conversation on this new thread.

 

Thank you!

 

~Andrea

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Andrew's avatar
Andrew S Community Member

My organization requires a W-9 from Upwork to use for tax purposes. Does anybody know how I can get a hold of this document?

 

Thanks!

Arjay's avatar
Arjay M Retired Team Member

Hi Andrew,

 

Thank you for reaching out to us. I'll have one of our team members will reach out to you with the W-9 form and assist you if you have concerns. You can access your tickets on this page.

 

 

 

~ Arjay
Upwork
Awoyefa's avatar
Awoyefa D Community Member

Hello please . I am unable to withdraw earnings .. when I try to click on get paid .. it shows a grey button but nothing happens it's Unclickable .. please any help ?

Awoyefa's avatar
Awoyefa D Community Member

Hello please .. the get paid now button won't click.. it's showing gray color 

Awoyefa's avatar
Awoyefa D Community Member

Hello please .. the get paid now button won't click .. it's not clickable only a Grey color on it .. please what's wrong ?

Arjay's avatar
Arjay M Retired Team Member

Hi Amoyefa,

 

Thank you for reaching out. I can see that you just added a new payment method to your account. For security reasons, your new payment method will become active in three days. Remember that the name on your Payoneer account must match your verified name on Upwork. Please check out this helpful article for more information.

~ Arjay
Upwork
Awoyefa's avatar
Awoyefa D Community Member

Also please what happens in a case where by
My name was not arranged as it was on upwork as it is on my bank . What can
I do ?



Andrea's avatar
Andrea G Community Manager

Hi Awoyefa,

 

In name mismatch cases, the team reviews the payment method in 48 hours and either approves or asks the user directly for more information.

 

~Andrea
Jedida's avatar
Jedida M Community Member

I have uploaded my National ID and Bank statement but still you are rejecting my ID.

Being an african definately picture will appear dark. I dont have any other National ID and what governemt gave me.

 

Please accent my ID and verify payment and account.

 

Thank you 

Arjay's avatar
Arjay M Retired Team Member

Hi Jedida,

 

We appreciate you reaching out to us. I am pleased to inform you that your payment method is accepted and will be active in 3 days. Let me know if you need further assistance.

 

~ Arjay
Upwork
Shaikh Tojibul's avatar
Shaikh Tojibul I Community Member

Dear Sir,

 

Firstly My information was not correct. then I have updated and saved it. Now the payment methond is showing inactive for some days. Requesting for your further review.

 

Regards

Freelancer

Shaikh Tojibul Islam

Arjay's avatar
Arjay M Retired Team Member

Hi Shaikh,

 

Thank you for reaching out to us. I have checked your account and it looks like the ID you've submitted has been reviewed and approved. However, for record-keeping purposes, Upwork requires a Form W-8BEN for all non-U.S. taxpayers paid on Upwork. You will only need to provide your legal name and address on the W-8BEN form, and once you have filed it, the system will activate your eligibility to access funds immediately.

 

You can submit your Form W-8BEN by going to Settings > Tax Information. Click the pencil icon next to W-8BEN, fill in your information and Save, that's it! I hope this clarifies.

 

~ Arjay
Upwork
Ali's avatar
Ali H Community Member

its being a long since i have added my paymeny method update again and again but still it is inactive kindly help

Arjay's avatar
Arjay M Retired Team Member

Hi Ali,

 

I can see that you've reached out to the team handling your concern. A support ticket has been created and I suggest you continue communicating with the team through that ticket so that they can assist you more efficiently. We seek your patience and understanding while we address your concern. Thank you!

 

~ Arjay
Upwork
Muhammad Junaid's avatar
Muhammad Junaid J Community Member

Hi, I just initiated a withdrawl from upwork and this message pops up!.

 

"Withdrawal is currently restricted on your account."

 

Now why is this message appearing as I am withdrawing my funds. There are NO holds, restrictions, or any other issues with my account neither any request is opened. 

 

I have to withdraw my hard earned money urgent.

 

Thanks

Arjay's avatar
Arjay M Retired Team Member

Hi Muhammad,

 

I can see that you've reached out to our team with the same concern. A support ticket has been created and I highly suggest you communicate with our team through that ticket for updates and further assistance.

 

 

~ Arjay
Upwork
Muhammad Junaid's avatar
Muhammad Junaid J Community Member

Hi Arjay,

 

Till now there isn't any response to the support ticket for updates and further assistance.

 

~ Muhammad

Andrea's avatar
Andrea G Community Manager

Hi Muhammad,

 

Apologies for the delay. I've followed up with the team handling your support ticket and you should expect a reply soon.

 

~Andrea
Harold's avatar
Harold C Community Member

I cant withdraw my earnings, is there anyone from Upwork tech support who could help me? need it asap

Arjay's avatar
Arjay M Retired Team Member

Hi Harold,

 

I can see that you've reached out to the team handling your case and support tickets have been created with your concern. Please continue communicating with our team through those tickets for updates and further assistance.

 

~ Arjay
Upwork
Harold's avatar
Harold C Community Member

Hello Arjay,

 

Thank you for answering my question here. As of now, no one has responded to me on my request.

Harold's avatar
Harold C Community Member

Hi Support Team,

 

I have the same Issue my Financial Account got Suspended, I cant withdraw my earnings. Really need some help. Anyone can help me with this asap?

 

Thank You!

Annie Jane's avatar
Annie Jane B Retired Team Member

Hi Harold, 

 

Please allow our team some time to get to your ticket as they are responding to the tickets in the order that they were received. Thank you for your continued patience.


~ AJ
Upwork
Sebastian's avatar
Sebastian E Community Member

Hi Upwork Community, I'm a freelancer and I've recently finished my first job and waited for the payment to be active. But when I added my bank information, it says it's innactive, I've waited the 3 days for it to be activated, but it still says innactive. I also added a Paypal account and that worked. I have also filled all the forms to be able to withdrawl money. I've checked it and all the information is correct. Thanks in advance.

Edit: I'm from Spain, Barcelona.

Arjay's avatar
Arjay M Retired Team Member

Hi Sebastian,

 

I'll have one of our team members reach out to you directly via a support ticket with further assistance. Please allow our team time to review your account and you should be getting an update here or in your email. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

 

~ Arjay
Upwork