Instant payouts
Get your card takings in minutes instead of waiting for your normal payout, for a small fee. · Updated 24/09/2026
Your card takings normally reach your bank on your standard payout schedule, usually within 1–2 working days, at no extra cost. If you need the money sooner, you can now request an instant payout.
How it works
- Instant payouts are optional — standard payouts stay free and carry on as normal.
- You request an instant payout from your Stripe payments dashboard, choosing the available amount.
- The money usually arrives in your bank within minutes, to an eligible debit card or bank account.
Fees
- BookAppointment charges 1.5% of the amount paid out instantly (GBP payouts).
- Stripe also charges its own instant payout fee.
- Both fees are taken from the payout itself and shown on your payout statement.
Your normal booking fees are not affected.
Good to know
- Not every bank or card supports instant payouts; Stripe shows you when it's available.
- Only money that has finished processing can be paid out instantly.
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