Using wire transfers with Gusto

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Admins can learn about the requirements for one-time wires to Gusto, or how to set up “reverse wire” capability so you can run reverse wire payrolls in Gusto.

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This article is for admins who need to set up and manage wire transfers to Gusto. A wire is an electronic transfer of funds between bank accounts, used for both national and international payments. Wires are generally faster and more secure. Sometimes we require them, especially for payrolls with large amounts. We’ll tell you at the start of the payroll run if we need you to pay us by wire.

You can wire us two ways:

  • One-time wire transfer, or
  • Reverse wire (automatic, ongoing transfers)
Set up and manage one-time wire transfers
Important: We add $5 per wire to your monthly bill. Your bank may also charge a separate fee that you need to pay.
One-time wire requirements—read before wiring

After you submit payroll, we’ll give you wire instructions. If you do not follow them exactly, we may not get the wire, and your team might not be paid on time.

Wires need to:

  • Include the unique tracking code from the wire instructions.
  • Match the amount shown in the wire instructions.
  • Come from a US bank account.
  • Be sent by someone authorized to use the company’s bank account.
How to send a one-time wire to Gusto

To send a one-time wire to Gusto:

  1. Submit your payroll. A pop-up will appear with wire instructions. Do not close the pop-up yet—you will not be able to get the wire instructions again.
  2. Take a screenshot or download the instructions.
  3. Contact your bank and use every detail in the instructions, including the unique tracking code and the exact dollar amount of the payroll or payments.
  4. On the next Gusto page, submit your wire transfer details—this helps Gusto match your wire to your account and pay your team faster.
Set up and manage reverse wire

Reverse wire lets us handle wire transfers directly with your bank so you do not have to send them manually. You can set up a reverse wire for one or more bank accounts in Gusto.

Important: Your bank may charge a fee for reverse wires that you would need to pay. Fees are typically $15–$30. Check with your bank for pricing.

If you’re running next-day or 2-day payroll, we may ask you to set up a reverse wire so we can pay your team and taxes on time.

Once you’ve set up reverse wire, run payroll like normal—we'll let you know before you submit payroll if we’re going to use a reverse wire. It usually takes one business day for the funds to transfer from your account.

Set up reverse wire
Note: To set up reverse wire, you will need to contact your bank.

To set up a reverse wire:

  1. Sign in to Gusto.
  2. In the left menu, at the bottom, click your company name.
  3. Under Billing, click Plan & billing.
  4. Scroll to Bank accounts.
  5. Next to the bank account, under Actions, click the three dots.
  6. Click Set up reverse wire.
  7. Click Download form.
  8. Fill out the authorization form. This form tells your bank that we’re authorized to use a reverse wire for future transactions. There are three sections—you just need to fill out the first one with your bank account information.
  9. Share the form with your bank. They need to fill out the last section of the form to finish the authorization. If your bank does not fill this out, they’ll reject our wire requests.
  10. Once your bank has filled out the form, click Continue. If your session timed out, sign back in to Gusto and refollow steps 1-7, but this time skip steps 8-10.
  11. Add your bank details. You may be asked to:
    • Confirm the full account number.
    • Enter the ABA routing number—check the bottom section of the authorization form that your bank filled out. If it isn’t there, you can also check your bank details online.
    • Enter the bank street address.
  12. Click Continue.
  13. Open the Reverse Wire Terms document and read it carefully. It covers reverse wire details and authorizes us to use it to pay your team.
  14. Type your full name to enter your signature.
  15. Check the box to agree to sign the form electronically.
  16. Click Submit.
Turn off reverse wire

To turn off reverse wire:

  1. Sign in to Gusto.
  2. In the left menu, at the bottom, click your company name.
  3. Under Billing, click Plan & billing.
  4. Scroll to Bank accounts.
  5. Next to your bank account, under Actions, click the three dots.
  6. Click Turn off reverse wire. A pop-up will appear reminding you that we won’t automatically initiate wires once it's turned off. If you need to turn on reverse wire again, follow the set up steps above.
  7. Click Turn off.

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Keywords
banking reverse wire bank wire payroll wire payroll reverse wire reverse wire wire funds set up wire in drawdown one-time one time wire wires transfer funds bank
Solution ID
120456825100000
Last Modified Date
10/29/2025 02:03:34 PM
Attributes
Gusto Attributes
  • Role: Employers; Accountants/Partners
  • Category: Company setup and details; Payroll
  • Article Ownership: risk
  • Plan type: Contractor Only; Core; Complete; Concierge
  • Who brokers my benefits?: A third party; Gusto
Taxonomy
  • Employers and admins > Company set up and details > Company details > Banking
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  • Admins
  • External
  • Support Agent
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