Paid studies guide
TestingTime: what participants should know
TestingTime, part of Norstat, recruits adults for paid in-person tests, remote interviews, phone calls and surveys, mostly in six European countries. Earnings collect in a wallet and pay out to PayPal or a bank account about 10 business days after you ask, once you pass your country's minimum.
At a glance
- PayNot published per study
- Paid viaPayPal or bank transfer (IBAN)
- How fastAbout 10 business days after you request a payout
- MinimumYes, varies by country
- WhereMostly six European markets
The facts
In its own words, checked and dated.
From TestingTime’s own help pages and terms, checked October 2026. Platforms change their rules; check the linked pages before you rely on a figure.
| Topic | What TestingTime says |
|---|---|
| Who can join | Adults 18+. Sign-up is international, but most studies run in Switzerland, Germany, France, Austria, the UK and the Netherlands. |
| Study types | In-person tests at the client's premises, remote video tests and interviews, phone calls and online surveys, usually 30–90 minutes. |
| Typical pay | TestingTime doesn't publish amounts; it says in-person studies pay most and surveys least. Backups who end up taking part get double pay. |
| Fees | No platform fee mentioned; banks outside Switzerland may charge for transfers. |
| How you're paid | PayPal or bank transfer (IBAN), from an in-app wallet. |
| When | About 10 business days after you request a payout. |
| Verification | Not at sign-up; some studies ask for a one-time ID and selfie check through Veriff. |
| How selection works | You fill in a short profile, get emailed invitations with extra screening questions, and book a slot if you match. Expect about one or two invitations a week, depending on where you live. |
| Rules worth knowing | No-shows and late cancellations can get you blocked. Your wallet balance is lost if you delete your account. |
| Referral programme | None on its official pages. |
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