Upwork Payment Timelines

Working with Upwork can be a rewarding experience, especially if you know when to expect your payments. Upwork has a unique system in place to protect both the freelancer and the client.

Hourly Contracts

For hourly contracts, the payment process follows a specific weekly billing cycle. The work week runs from Monday through Sunday. After the week has ended, there is a review period for the client that lasts until the following Friday.

• The work week: Monday through Sunday
• Review week for the client: the following Monday – Friday

After this period, if there are no disputes, the payment is then processed. This typically takes 5 days, factoring in security periods.

Fixed-Price Contracts

On fixed-price contracts, funds from completed milestones are available for withdrawal after the standard five-day security period.

Remember, always ensure you and your client are clear on expectations and deliverables to avoid any disputes, delays, or issues with payment.

Withdrawal of Funds

Lastly, keep in mind that the actual transfer speed will depend on the method you use to withdraw the funds. Once available, some methods like PayPal are instant, while others, like direct bank transfers, might take a couple of business days.