How long after until paper check arrives after fishing payroll? This is my first payroll.

Glad to see you here in the Community, dsteele1,

I can share some information about the payroll processing in QuickBooks Online.

May I know if you're using Direct Deposit in QuickBooks Online? If yes, the standard lead time for direct deposit generally takes up to two (2) banking days excluding weekends. Which means that payroll must be approved not later than 5:00 PM PT, two banking days prior to the pay date. Also, funds must be available in your company bank account by the time you send your employee's pay.

Here's an example scenario: If you're sending your direct deposit to Intuit for Wednesday (12/05/2018)  pay date, you must approve the payroll on or before Monday 12/03/2018) before the 5:00 PM PT cut-off time.

To know more about how Direct Deposits work in QuickBooks Online, please check out this article: QuickBooks Online Payroll Direct Deposit FAQ

If you're referring to something else, please feel free to let me know by mentioning me in this thread. I'm here to help you in any ways I can. Have a  great day!

Hello,

If you are NOT using direct deposit as part of your payroll subscription, then you are responsible for providing a paper paycheck to your employees.  This can be a handwritten check or checks you print from QBO.

Intuit does not offer a service at this time where we will cut a paper check and send to your employee.