Stripe Setup Guide
Follow these steps to connect your Stripe account and start receiving payouts for your services.
What is Stripe?
Stripe is a trusted, globally leading payment platform used by millions of businesses. We use Stripe to securely process payments and transfer your earnings directly to your bank account.
- Bank-grade security — your financial data is encrypted and protected
- Fast payouts — earnings are transferred directly to your bank account
- No cost to you — connecting your Stripe account is completely free
Step-by-Step Setup
Go to Provider Settings
Navigate to your provider settings page where you'll find the "Payment Connection" section.
Click "Connect Stripe Account"
Click the purple button to begin the Stripe onboarding process. You'll be redirected to Stripe's secure website to complete the setup.
Verify Your Email
Stripe will ask you to verify your email address. If you already have a Stripe account, you can log in with your existing credentials. Otherwise, Stripe will create a new account for you.
Enter Your Personal Information
Stripe requires some personal details for identity verification (this is required by financial regulations). You'll need to provide:
- Full legal name
- Home address
- Date of birth
- Phone number
Upload ID Verification
For security, Stripe may ask you to upload a photo of your government-issued ID (passport, national ID card, or driver's license).
Make sure the photo is clear and all information is readable. Use good lighting and avoid glare.
Add Your Bank Account
Enter your bank account details so Stripe can transfer your earnings. You'll need:
- Your IBAN (International Bank Account Number)
- Account holder name (must match your bank records)
You're All Set!
After completing the setup, you'll be redirected back to FlyingServices. Your settings page will show a green "Connected" status. You can now receive payouts for completed bookings!
Note: Verification by Stripe can take up to 2 business days. During this time your settings page shows the status 'Pending' – no further action is needed, the status switches to 'Connected' automatically once Stripe has finished its review.
How Do Payouts Work?
Client books and pays
When a client books your service, they pay the booking fee upfront. The full service price is charged after the service is completed.
Service is completed
Once you mark a booking as completed (or the client confirms completion), the payment is processed and queued for payout.
Payout to your bank
Payouts are processed daily and transferred directly to your bank account. The platform fee is automatically deducted before the transfer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Connecting your Stripe account costs nothing. Stripe fees are only applied when payments are processed, and those are already included in the platform's booking fees.
The setup typically takes 5–10 minutes. You'll need your ID and bank account details ready. In some cases, Stripe may need additional time (1–2 business days) to verify your identity.
If your status shows "Onboarding Incomplete", go back to Settings and click "Continue Onboarding". Stripe will show you exactly which information is still missing. This often happens if you closed the browser before finishing all steps.
Yes! Once connected, you can manage your bank account details directly through the Stripe Dashboard. Click "Open Stripe Dashboard" in your provider settings to access it.
Payouts are processed daily. Once initiated, the transfer typically takes 1–2 business days to arrive in your bank account, depending on your bank.
