How long do transfers and payments take to process?
Last updated: January 9, 2026
Answer
Processing times vary depending on the type of transfer or payment method you're using:
ACH Transfers
Outgoing ACH transfers: 1-3 business days to settle
Incoming ACH from external banks: 2-3 business days depending on the sending bank
Internal Transfers
Between accounts at the same bank: Instant
Between accounts at different partner banks: Processed as ACH (1-3 business days)
Wire Transfers
Outgoing and Incoming Domestic wires: Same business day if initiated during banking hours. Our banking partner's wire cutoff time is 4pm est.
Outgoing and Incoming International wires: Up to 5 business days via SWIFT
Incoming wires: Automatically booked the same day it is received once processed by the receiving bank
Investment Account Transfers
Money Market Fund deposits: Same business day if initiated before early afternoon EST, otherwise next business day
Money Market Fund withdrawals: Same day if requested before noon EST, otherwise T+1 settlement
Liquid Treasuries withdrawals: T+2 settlement
US Treasuries transfers: T+2 settlement time
Commercial Paper transfers: T+2 settlement time
Cryptocurrency (USDC)
USDC deposits: Almost always settle within the hour during business hours
USDC payments: Sent on-chain in less than 1 hour during business hours
After-hours USDC: May remain pending until the next business day
Check Deposits
Mobile check deposits: Funds are immediately credited but placed on hold for 5 business days to ensure the check doesn't bounce
Important Notes
Transfers initiated after banking hours or on weekends will be processed the next business day
Some transfers may experience delays due to compliance reviews or bank holidays
Auto-transfer rules run at 5am Eastern time