Plasma & medical studies · Checked November 2026

KEDPlasma requirements

Paid plasma donation at KEDPlasma centers. Weigh at least 110 lbs and bring a government photo ID, proof of residency, and your Social Security card.

At a glance

Source: KEDPlasma.

Minimum age

18 (19 in Alabama)

Background check

ID only

Vehicle

No vehicle

Payout

Not published

Reported pay

Paid per donation

Worker type

Donor

Before your first KEDPlasma visit.

Bring the right documents and eat first
Plan on about two hours for your first visit, which includes a health screening. Bring a valid photo ID, proof of your Social Security number, and proof of a local address such as a lease or a utility bill from the last 60 days. You must be at least 18 and weigh at least 110 pounds. Eat a meal with protein and drink plenty of water beforehand.
Source: BioLife: Who can donate plasma · Octapharma Plasma: New donors · PPTA: Donor eligibility
Have a bank account or debit card ready
Platforms pay by direct deposit or to a debit card, and faster cash-out options usually need a debit card. Check the app's payout terms before your first cash-out, since instant transfers can carry a fee.

How old do you have to be to donate plasma at KEDPlasma?

18 (19 in Alabama).

Does KEDPlasma require a background check?

No criminal background check is listed. KEDPlasma verifies your identity instead.

How fast does KEDPlasma pay?

KEDPlasma doesn't publish its payment schedule, so check the contractor agreement before you start.

How much does KEDPlasma pay?

Reported pay is Paid per donation, according to KEDPlasma.

Do you need a car for KEDPlasma?

No. You don't need a vehicle for KEDPlasma.

Is KEDPlasma a job?

Neither. Plasma donors are compensated for their time, not employed, and KEDPlasma doesn't withhold taxes.

Last checked November 2026. Requirements change often, so confirm with KEDPlasma before you rely on them.