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When does SeatGeek pay sellers?
If you sold tickets on SeatGeek, you'll usually see your payout after the event rather than right away. Understanding that timing makes it easier to plan around.
This guide is based on public SeatGeek information and examples, not official policy for every event. For a particular sale, always check the payout status inside your SeatGeek account.
Typical SeatGeek payout timeline
SeatGeek's general pattern is:
- Wait until after the event has taken place.
- Confirm that tickets were delivered correctly and no major issues were reported.
- Release funds to your payout method, which can take a few days.
In many cases, sellers report seeing payouts within a handful of business days after the event. Weekends, holidays, and bank processing times can all add a bit of delay.
Planning your budget around SeatGeek payouts
Because you're usually paid after the event, it's best to treat SeatGeek payouts as post-event cash, not same-day income. That means:
- Don't rely on funds arriving before the event date.
- Make sure your payout details in SeatGeek are correct before the event.
- Keep an eye on your email and SeatGeek account for any alerts about tickets or payouts.
To decide whether SeatGeek or another marketplace is better overall, compare not just timing but also fees and expected sale price using the ticket resale payout calculator.
See also: SeatGeek seller fees · SeatGeek vs StubHub fees