Learn what you can do if you get an error message about direct deposit limits when you process payroll in QuickBooks Online and Desktop Payroll.
For your security, we set limits on how much money you can send via direct deposit. When your direct deposit amount is higher than usual, you may get a message: "Your payment amounts are much larger than usual. If you still want to make these payments by direct deposit, request a direct deposit limit increase."
Here's what to do so you can make sure your team gets paid by direct deposit.
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Note: Not sure which payroll service you have? Here's how to find your payroll service.
Step 1: Understand direct deposit limits
Direct deposit limits are set per payroll.
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Step 2: Find out what your direct deposit limits are
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Step 3: Request a direct deposit limit increase
Requests for direct deposit limit increase are reviewed within 2 business days and we'll email you the results.
Note: We may require you to send us bank statements to approve the amount you’re requesting.
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If you need to pay employees today
Pay some or all of your workers with a paper check.
Note: If you’re going to give paper checks to your employees and contractors, make sure you turn off the direct deposit option when running a payroll. Follow the steps below to turn off direct deposit
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