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Funds on hold

round_of_golf — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 07:04:19 GMT

I sold an item on 7th April and it says that my eBay balance is on hold until today 10th April but it's not showing. My item was delivered on 8th April. How long do I have to wait?

Re: Funds on hold

tressygirl — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 07:18:00 GMT

You've returned to selling after a long break and it's usual for returning sellers to have their initial payouts held for longer than the usual release after 24 hours after the buyer pays.

This is because, sudden selling activity raises red flags to eBay , as it could be a sign your account is being hijacked, so first few payouts may be held for longer, until eBay are satisfied the real owner has returned to sell on the account.

eBay made this announcement re payouts last year:

From 6 August, we’re also making it easier and faster for our more experienced sellers to receive their funds. This means you can get your funds within 24 hours of the buyer paying. To qualify for faster payment, all you’ll need to do is:

Complete at least 10 sales with a total of £150 or more within the last 5 years
Maintain 2 or fewer cases in the last 12 months

Don't be surprised if this payout is held a little longer than being released today.

@round_of_golf

Re: Funds on hold

papso22 — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 07:18:09 GMT

Do you mean it's not cleared, or it's not showing anywhere in your account?

Re: Funds on hold

round_of_golf — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 07:27:09 GMT

Hi. It is showing in my sold items and it says the order is complete and we've made the funds available. In ebay balance today 10th April, but it's not

Re: Funds on hold

papso22 — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 07:29:36 GMT

Ebay's timings on payment are flexible and today has quite a few hours left!