How to Withdraw Money from Streetbees: Cashout Guide

Tired of trying to cash out your Streetbees earnings? You’ve put in the work, completed the stories, and now you just want your money. If the app interface makes it hard to find the withdrawal option, you're not alone.

This guide is your solution. Here’s the exact, step-by-step process to withdraw your money from Streetbees. We've tested these steps on the latest app version and cross-referenced how payouts work with PayPal, so you can get paid without issues.

1. Link Your PayPal Account in Streetbees

First, tell Streetbees where to send your earnings. For most users worldwide, this means linking your PayPal account. Without this, no payments can be sent.

Here’s how to do it:

1. Open the Streetbees app and tap on your Profile.
2. Go to the Settings section (usually a gear icon).
3. Find the Payment Settings or Payment Details menu.
4. Enter the email address associated with your PayPal account. For many users, this is collected during initial profile setup and may not be in a separate "Payment Settings" menu.

Crucial Point: Use the exact email address tied to your active, verified PayPal account. A typo is a common reason for failed payments. Double-check it before saving. Make sure this email is also confirmed within your PayPal account.

2. Complete Identity Verification (KYC) When Prompted

Streetbees will ask you to prove your identity. This is a standard security step (Know Your Customer or KYC) required to send you money. This prompt often appears during your first withdrawal attempt or if their system flags your account for verification.

Here’s what you’ll likely need:

• A government-issued photo ID (Passport, Driver's License, National ID card)
• A clear selfie to match against your ID photo

The app will guide you. You'll take pictures of your ID and a selfie. Ensure photos are clear, well-lit, and not blurry to avoid delays. While a precise list of accepted international IDs wasn't found, standard documents like passports, national ID cards, and driver's licenses are generally accepted. Requirements may vary by country, so follow the app's specific instructions. 

3. Ensure Your Tasks Are Approved Before Withdrawal

You get paid when Streetbees approves your story, not just when you submit it. Your earnings are only available for withdrawal after your submission passes their review.

• Check Your Status: Go to the Activity tab in the app. Here, you’ll see if your stories are "Pending," "Approved," or "Rejected."
• Approval Time: Approval typically takes between 1 to 3 days. If a story is rejected (e.g., for blurry photos or invalid info), you won't be paid for it.

Only approved funds count towards your withdrawable balance.

4. Go to the Withdrawal Section in the App Interface

With the updated app, finding the cashout section can be tricky. Here's the direct path:

1. From the app's main screen, tap on your Balance or the section that shows your earnings.
2. Inside your wallet or balance screen, look for a button labeled "Cash Out," "Withdraw," or "Transfer."
3. Tap it to proceed to the payout screen.

Streetbees pays out for each story individually. Payments are often triggered automatically for each approved story.

5. Select Payout Method and Enter Amount

Once in the withdrawal section, you'll finalize the details.

• Payout Method: PayPal is the primary option for most countries. If you live in a region where other methods are available (like mobile top-ups), you'll see them listed here. If you only see PayPal, that's the only option for you. No evidence of direct bank transfers was found as an alternative method.
• Enter Amount: For major countries like the USA, UK, India, and Nigeria, there is no minimum withdrawal threshold for PayPal. The payment for each approved story is sent automatically. You do not need to manually withdraw each time. 

6. Submit Withdrawal Request

After confirming your payout method and amount (if applicable), you’ll hit a final confirmation button. Most of the time, Streetbees automatically processes a payment to your linked PayPal for every story that gets approved. Once you set up your PayPal, the funds typically appear without further action.

You should receive a notification in the app or via email that your payment is on its way.

Country-Specific Withdrawal Minimums and Methods

While Streetbees is global, payout details can vary slightly. For most users, however, it's simple.

Note: Alternative methods like mobile top-up are not universally available. Always check your app's payment section to see what's offered in your country. Direct bank transfers were not identified as an alternative payment method.

Payout Timeline and Processing Times

Getting paid is a two-step process.

1. Story Approval: This takes 1-3 days. Your money isn't available until this step is complete.
2. Payment Processing: Once a story is approved, the payment is typically sent to your PayPal within 24-72 hours.

From the moment you submit a story, expect to see the cash in your PayPal account within 2-6 days. Streetbees pays for each story individually, so you’ll see separate, small payments land in your account rather than one large sum.

Withdrawal Fees and Costs

Streetbees does not charge any fees to send your earnings to PayPal. If your approved story is worth $5, you will be sent $5.

However, be aware that PayPal may charge its own fees. This could be a recipient fee or a currency conversion fee, depending on your account type and country. 

How to identify PayPal fees:

• Check the transaction details in PayPal: Log in to your PayPal account (app or web) and go to Activity. Select the specific transaction for the Streetbees payment. The transaction detail will show the exact fee amounts and any currency conversion rates used.
• Common fees: Fees can include a percentage-based receiving fee plus a fixed fee per transaction, and a currency conversion markup if the payment is in a different currency. 
• Currency Conversion: If PayPal converts the payment to a different currency, a markup (commonly a few percent over the wholesale rate) is applied. 

These are PayPal fees, not Streetbees fees.

Troubleshooting Pending or Failed Payments

If your money is delayed, it's usually one of these common issues.

Common Causes for Delays:

• Story Under Review: Your submission is still being checked for quality.
• Rejection: Blurry photos, duplicate receipts, or invalid content will get your story rejected, and you won't be paid.
• Incorrect PayPal Email: Your payment was sent but to the wrong (or an unconfirmed) email. 

Quick Fixes to Try:

1. Verify Story Approval Status:
   • Open the Streetbees app.
   • Tap on your Activity tab.
   • Find the specific story and check its status: "Pending," "Under Review," "Approved," "Rejected," or "Needs Revision."
   • Check the story's detail view for reviewer comments or reasons for rejection. 
2. Verify Your PayPal Email in Streetbees:
   • Go to your Streetbees profile or Settings to check the PayPal email you provided.
   • Confirm it matches the email address linked and confirmed in your PayPal account exactly.
   • In PayPal app: Tap Profile icon > Account Info (or Emails) > view linked email addresses. Confirmed emails are labeled "Confirmed" or "Verified."
   • In PayPal web: Log in > Settings (gear icon) > Emails/Personal Info > look for "Confirmed" or a "Confirm" link next to the email. 
   • If the payment was sent to an unconfirmed or unlinked email, it may show as "Unclaimed" or "Pending – Unclaimed." You may need to add and confirm that email in PayPal or ask Streetbees to resend.
3. Check Payment Status in PayPal for Holds:
   • In PayPal (app or web), go to Activity > find the transaction.
   • Read the status: "Pending," "Completed," "Held/On hold," "Unclaimed," "Refunded."
   • If "Held/On hold," look for actions like "Get your money" or "Add tracking" in the transaction details. Follow recommended actions.
   • If "Pending" due to a PayPal review, these typically resolve within 24-72 hours.
4. Determine if App Update is Needed:
   • On iOS: Go to the App Store > tap your profile icon > scroll to Available Updates. Look for Streetbees; if an "Update" button is present, tap it. If it says "Open," your app is current.
   • On Android: Open Google Play Store > search for "Streetbees." The app page will show "Update" if available or "Open" if current.
   • In-app indicators: Missing menu items, failed actions, or explicit "please update app" banners or modals can signal an update is needed.
5. Check Your Connection: Switch between Wi-Fi and mobile data to ensure a stable connection.

How to Contact Streetbees Support for Payment Issues

If you’ve tried the troubleshooting steps and are still stuck, contact support.

• In-App: This is the best way. Go to Settings > Get Help.
• Email: You can also email them directly at support@streetbees.com.

To get the fastest help, include this information in your message:

• Your Streetbees account email
• The email for your linked PayPal account
• Payment or Story IDs of the missing payments
• Screenshots of the issue
• Your phone number, app version, and device type

Best Practices for Smooth Withdrawals

Want to avoid payment problems altogether? Follow these simple rules from day one.

1. Use Your Exact PayPal Email. No typos.
2. Verify Your Phone Number. Do this when you sign up.
3. Match Your Profile Name. Make sure your name in Streetbees matches the name on your government ID. This helps with KYC verification.
4. Respond to Verification Requests. If they ask for your ID, send it promptly with clear photos.
5. Submit Quality Work. Don't submit blurry photos or junk answers. Good work gets approved faster.

Getting paid on Streetbees is straightforward once you have the system down. Link your PayPal, get your stories approved, and the money will follow automatically. The key is setting it up correctly from the start and understanding that payments are tied to individual story approvals.

For a deeper look into maximizing your earnings, the types of stories available, and more user tips, check out the comprehensive Streetbees review on Hustleworthy, which covers payout methods and user experiences in great detail.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How long does Streetbees take to pay?

It's a two-stage process. First, your submitted story needs to be approved, which usually takes 1-3 days. After approval, the payment is processed to your PayPal account within another 24-72 hours. In total, you can expect payment 2-6 days after submitting a story.

2. How do I withdraw money from a trading account to a bank account?

Streetbees is a market research app where you earn money for completing tasks, not a trading account. You cannot trade stocks or crypto on it. To get your money, you withdraw your earnings to a digital wallet like PayPal, as outlined in this guide. From PayPal, you can then transfer the funds to your linked bank account.

3. What is the minimum payout on Streetbees?

For most countries using PayPal (including the USA, UK, India, and Nigeria), there is no minimum payout. Streetbees pays you for each story as it gets approved, even if it's just for a small amount.

4. Do Streetbees sell your data?

Streetbees collects data to operate its service, including your survey responses, photos, and personal details for payment processing and identity verification (KYC). According to their privacy policy, this data is used for market research purposes. Like most apps, they use your data to function, but they are a legitimate market research firm that provides anonymized insights to brands, not your personal details.