Our verdict
Should you get paid through Stripe?
You don't choose Stripe; a platform does. If one pays through Stripe, you set up a payout profile and link your bank. It's simple when your country is supported, but many countries aren't. Check before you rely on a Stripe-only platform.
Good for
- People in supported countries
- Workers on platforms that use Stripe
Not for
- Anyone in an unsupported country
- Anyone wanting a balance or card to spend from
At a glance
Fees, countries and cards
Rough cost on $1,000
- Receiving
- Usually free to you; the platform pays Stripe
- Converting
- A conversion fee may apply if your bank uses another currency
- Account details
- None; pays straight to your local bank
- Countries
- Limited list of supported countries
- Card
- No card
- Who pays into it
- Rex.zone and many marketplaces
- Who pays fees
- Normally the platform; converting into your bank's currency may cost you a small feeVaries, check
- Countries
- Only countries Stripe supports for payouts; some platforms can reach more through cross-border payouts
- Setup
- Takes minutes; no account to manage beyond the payout profile
Fees change often and depend on your country and plan. Treat these as rough guides and check the provider's own fee page before you sign up.
Step by step
From sign-up to money in your bank
- 1
Platform sends an invite
Inside the platform you're sent to a Stripe onboarding page.
- 2
Verify yourself
Enter your details and ID as an individual.
- 3
Link your bank
Add a bank account in your country (or a supported debit card).
- 4
Get paid out
Earnings land in your bank on the platform's schedule.
Costs & catches
What to watch out for
If your country isn't supported, a Stripe-only platform may not be able to pay you at all.
Some platforms allow a Wise USD account as the bank; check before you sign up.
Payout timing is set by the platform, not Stripe.
Alternatives
Pair it with a backup
FAQ
Common questions
Do I need a Stripe account to get paid by a platform?+
Only the payout profile the platform asks you to create. You aren't selling anything.
My country isn't supported. What now?+
Ask if the platform can pay to a Wise USD account or through Payoneer; otherwise choose a different platform.