How do you get Direct Deposit 'waiting for appoval to move forward?

Welcome to the Online Community, charles-lam.

To successfully activate the Direct Deposit feature, you’ll have to enter the test debit send by your bank. With just a few easy steps, you can perform this process in QuickBooks.

1. At the top menu bar, choose the Gear icon to select Payroll Settings.
   
2. Under Payroll, click the Direct Deposit link to view the account window.
   
3. Go to the Action section to confirm the test transaction. This option will not be available until the amount has been debited.
4. Enter the amount in both boxes and they’re less than $1.00. Make sure to record them without a dollar sign.
   
5. Once done, hit the OK button.

After verifying the information, you can now set up the feature for the employees. To continue, go directly to the Set up each employee on direct deposit section: Here's how.

For more information about the feature, refer to the following articles. This gives an overview of the setup process and its processing timeline.

• FAQs
• Direct deposit processing timeline

Should you have any other questions or concerns, post a comment below. I’m always ready to assist further. Have a good one.

I have the same question as the original poster.  I've done the steps in the response (entering the amount).  It still says "waiting for approval" and under Actions "None".  What now?

Hi charles-lam,

Thanks for joining us here!  Ensuring that your direct deposit is set up and active in QuickBooks Online Payroll is essential so you can pay your staff on time.  I recommend contacting us so we can work with you in a secure setting and look further into your situation from our end.

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