What debit or credit cards can I use with PayPal? (2024)

FAQs

What debit or credit cards can I use with PayPal? ›

Check cards or debit cards with either a Visa or Mastercard® logo are supported and treated just like a credit card. Card types that are currently incompatible with PayPal Merchant Services are: Procurement and private label credit cards (such as a department store credit card).

Check cards or debit cards with either a Visa or Mastercard® logo are supported and treated just like a credit card. Card types that are currently incompatible with PayPal Merchant Services are: Procurement and private label credit cards (such as a department store credit card).

We accept most major international cards, like Visa® and MasterCard®. Depending on your country, you may also be able to use other payment methods with PayPal.

Yes. Anywhere in the U.S. where PayPal is accepted you can use prepaid gift cards that have a Visa®, MasterCard®, American Express®, or Discover® logo on it. Please note that this doesn't apply to merchant-specific gift cards, which do not have a Visa®, MasterCard®, American Express®, or Discover® logo on them.

Here are the most common reasons: Your card details are outdated. Make sure the card isn't expired or closed, and the billing address on your PayPal account matches the one on your card statement. The payment might exceed your available credit.

Once you've confirmed your email address, you can transfer money to any eligible Visa or Mastercard debit card. We'll move your money to the bank account associated with the card you selected. Transfer speed will vary depending on the type of transfer you select. Instant Transfers should take about 30 minutes.

With PayPal, you can add one or more payment methods such as your Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express card or bank account. You can also use your balance if you have a PayPal Balance account.

Your card was associated with a PayPal account that has since been closed. You've linked the card to a PayPal account, but have not yet confirmed it. You've exceeded your card limit with the PayPal system. Your email address is raising a red flag in PayPal's system.

If you've tried to link your credit or debit card to your PayPal account but received an error message, it can be for several reasons: You have entered a different billing address for your PayPal account than the one on your card statement. Your card is linked to another PayPal account.

Are all debit cards accepted? No, not all debit cards are accepted by PayPal. Only debit cards with international card associates such as VISA, MasterCard, American Express and Maestro are accepted.

Can I use PayPal without a bank account? ›

It is possible to use PayPal without linking a bank account. You could choose to fully verify your PayPal account by linking a credit card instead of a bank - or you could leave your account unverified. Unverified accounts have lower transaction limits, and you may find you can't access all services.

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What are the daily spending limits, and ATM and over-the-counter withdrawal limits of the PayPal Debit Card? The PayPal Debit Card has a daily spending limit of $3,000 USD, a daily ATM withdrawal limit of $400 USD, and a daily over-the-counter withdrawal limit of $5,000 USD.

There are several reasons why a debit card may be declined even if you have money in your account. Common reasons include travel and reaching your daily purchase limit. Stay on top of your cards and consider using budgeting apps to help avoid debit card denial.

What to do: Check your card statement to ensure both addresses match. If you're sure you've entered the information correctly, contact the card issuer. Sometimes the information may take longer to be updated after a recent move.

There may be a limitation on your PayPal account that prevents the transfer. Remove the limitation to restore your full account functionality. Your debit card or bank account may not be eligible to process the instant transfer. Select a different bank or card that supports instant transfer from PayPal.

You don't need to have money in your PayPal account to send a payment. You can send money directly from a bank account, a credit card or a debit card.

You can withdraw your PayPal balance to eligible Visa & Mastercard debit cards via Instant Transfer. Eligible debit cards that support this function will be shown to you when you request a withdrawal from your PayPal account.