# Payouts

> Request a payout\, what is checked\, and how long each step takes\.

*Guides → Affiliate program*

## Requesting a payout

1. Open [Wallet](/affiliate-portal/wallet)\. The amount you can request is shown at the top\.
2. Enter the amount and the BNB Smart Chain wallet address that should receive USDC\.
3. Confirm with your current password and a fresh authenticator code\.

- Payouts open once your payable balance reaches the minimum \(10 USD by default\)\. The portal shows how much more you need\.
- The requested amount is reserved immediately\, so it cannot be requested twice\.
- The wallet address is used for that request only and is not saved to your profile\.
- You can cancel a request while it is still waiting for review\.

## Payout states

| State | Meaning |
| --- | --- |
| Requested | Waiting for review by the finance team\. |
| Approved | Approved and queued for payment\. |
| Partially paid | Part of the amount has been sent\; the rest stays reserved\. |
| Paid | Sent in full\. The transaction is recorded against your request\. |
| Rejected or cancelled | Nothing was sent and the reserved amount returns to your payable balance\. |