FB Pro Income Expired: Causes and How to Fix It
Facebook (Meta) provides various ways for creators to earn income through monetization features such as Ad Breaks, Stars, Reels Play Bonus, and others. However, there are cases where income in a Facebook Pro account can expire and cannot be disbursed. If this happens, of course it is very detrimental because the results of hard work cannot be enjoyed.
So, what are the main causes of FB Pro income expiring? The two main factors that often occur are not preparing payment information and not sending tax forms.
1. Not Setting Up Payment Information
Facebook can only send payments if your payment information is complete and correct. Some common mistakes when setting up a payment method include:
- Not adding a payment method: Facebook requires a valid bank account or payment method account (such as PayPal) to transfer earnings. If a payment method is not set up within a certain time frame, your earned funds may expire.
- Invalid payment method or account: If your account information is incorrect or your PayPal account is problematic, Facebook will not be able to send payments. As a result, funds may be held and eventually forfeited.
- Not meeting payment threshold: Facebook has a certain threshold (such as $100) before it will release funds. If your earnings do not reach that threshold and are left unchecked for too long, your funds may be considered expired.
To avoid this issue, make sure to add a payment method as soon as you meet the monetization requirements. Regularly check that your payment account or accounts are still active and correct.
2. Not Submitting Tax Forms
Facebook requires tax documents from creators who earn income, especially if the user is from outside the United States. If tax forms are not submitted, payments can be delayed or even canceled. Common tax issues include:
- Not filling out tax forms: Every creator must fill out tax forms according to their respective country's regulations. These forms are usually available in the Meta Business Suite or Creator Studio section.
- Invalid tax data: If the data entered is incorrect or does not match official documents, Facebook can reject payments.
- High tax deductions due to unsubmitted forms: If tax forms are not submitted, Facebook will apply the maximum tax deduction according to their policy. As a result, earnings can be much smaller or even impossible to withdraw.
To avoid this problem, make sure you fill out the tax form as soon as requested by Facebook. If in doubt, you can look for official guidance from Meta or consult a tax expert.
How to Overcome Expired FB Pro Earnings
If your earnings have expired, unfortunately Facebook does not provide a way to restore them. However, you can prevent similar incidents by taking the following steps:
- Check your payment status in Meta Business Suite – Make sure your payment method is set up correctly.
- Add or update your payment method – Use a valid bank account or active PayPal account.
- Fill out and submit your tax form as soon as possible – Check the tax settings section of your Facebook account.
- Make sure you meet the payment threshold – If you haven’t reached the threshold, keep creating content until you have enough to cash out.
By understanding the causes and solutions, you can ensure that your Facebook Pro earnings remain safe and do not expire.