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Payout Frequency

How often a prop firm processes profit withdrawals for funded traders.

Payout frequency determines how often you can withdraw your share of trading profits from a funded account.

Common Schedules

  • Weekly: Best for active traders (rare, usually after proving track record)
  • Bi-weekly: Every 2 weeks (common among competitive firms)
  • Monthly: Standard at most firms
  • On-demand: Some firms allow withdrawal requests anytime after meeting minimums

Minimum Payout Requirements

Most firms have a minimum withdrawal amount:

  • Typical range: $100–$500 minimum per withdrawal
  • Some firms require a minimum number of trading days before first payout

Processing Time

  • Approval: 1-3 business days typically
  • Transfer: Depends on method — crypto (same day), bank wire (3-5 days), PayPal/Wise (1-2 days)

Payout Methods

Common options include:

  • Bank wire transfer
  • Cryptocurrency (BTC, USDT)
  • PayPal or Wise
  • Rise (for US traders)

Related Terms

Funded Account
A simulated trading account provided by a prop firm after passing their evaluation, where you trade with the firm's capital.
Profit Split
The percentage of trading profits that the trader keeps versus what the prop firm retains.
Scaling Plan
A program that allows successful funded traders to increase their account size and improve their profit split over time.

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