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How to Gain Early Access to Your Wages (for Users)

User guide to accessing earned wages early with Earned Wage Access* powered by Clair.

Written by Maya D
Updated this week

Accessing a portion of your earned wages before payday gives you more control over your money. It can help you cover bills, manage unexpected expenses, or simply give you flexibility. With Earned Wage Access* with Clair, you can access the money you’ve already earned quickly and securely, making it easier to manage your finances on your schedule.

Signing up is simple and only takes a few minutes.

How to Access Earned Wage Access

To access a portion of your earned wages early, follow these steps:

  1. In the mobile app, select your profile from the bottom navigation bar.

  2. Navigate to the Estimated Pay section.

  3. Locate the Earned Wage Access widget. Tapping it will direct you to Clair, where you can sign up and provide any necessary information such as personal information and bank details.

  4. After signing up successfully, you will be able to receive standard advances in 1-3 business days fee-free, or instant transfers directly to your bank account, for a $4.99 fee. Instant Transfers typically occur in seconds, but may take up to 30 minutes.


ℹ️ FAQ's

Why don’t I see the “Get Early Access to Your Wages” option in my profile?

If you don’t see this option, it may not be enabled for your account. Please contact your manager, as only account admins can activate Earned Wage Access.

Who should I contact if I experience technical issues?

If you have any issues using Earned Wage Access, please contact Clair Support from your On-Demand Pay dashboard. Their team can help with any questions or problems related to your On-Demand Pay account.

* All Advances are originated by Pathward®, N.A. All Advances are subject to eligibility criteria and application review. Terms and conditions apply.

*If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact your account admin or manager directly*

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