Step-by-step tutorial on how to create a PayPal account in Zimbabwe (that works for online payments, receiving money, and linking to your bank or card):

🪙 Step-by-Step: Create a PayPal Account in Zimbabwe

✅ 1. Prepare What You Need

Before starting, make sure you have:

• 📧 A valid email address (not used on PayPal before)

• 📱 A working phone number (for verification)

• 🪪 Your real name and address (must match your bank/card info)

• 💳 A Visa or MasterCard debit/credit card (from a local bank like FBC, Steward, Ecobank, etc.)

💡 Tip: PayPal does not directly connect to local Zim bank accounts, but it can link to your debit or prepaid card for sending payments.

🧑‍💻 2. Go to the PayPal Website

• Open your browser and go to: https://www.paypal.com

• It will usually redirect to paypal.com/zw if you’re in Zimbabwe.

📝 3. Sign Up for a New Account

1. Click “Sign Up” (top right).

2. Choose “Personal Account” (for shopping or sending money) or “Business Account” (if selling online).

3. Click “Next.”

📄 4. Fill in Your Details

• Enter your email address and create a strong password.

• Fill in your legal first and last name (must match your ID/card).

• Add your residential address and phone number.

• Accept PayPal’s terms and click “Agree & Create Account.”

🔐 5. Verify Your Email

• Go to your email inbox.

• Open the PayPal email and click “Confirm Email Address.”

• Log in again if prompted.

💳 6. Link Your Debit or Credit Card

This step allows you to send payments and sometimes receive funds.

1. Go to “Wallet” in your PayPal dashboard.

2. Click “Link a Card.”

3. Enter your card number, expiry date, and CVV (3-digit code on the back).

4. Click “Link Card.”

✅ PayPal may charge a small amount (e.g. $1.95) for verification — this will be refunded once your card is verified.

🔎 7. Confirm Your Card (Optional but Recommended)

• Check your bank statement or mobile banking app for a PayPal transaction code (e.g., PP*1234CODE).

• Go back to PayPal > Wallet > select your card > Confirm Card.

• Enter the 4-digit code.

🎉 Done! Your PayPal Account Is Ready

Now you can:

• 🛒 Pay for online services or products globally.

• 📤 Send money to other PayPal users.

• 📥 Receive payments (only if using Business Account or via third-party platforms like Payoneer or PayPal.me in supported cases).

💡 Important Tips for Zimbabwe Users:

• 🇿🇼 PayPal in Zimbabwe mainly supports sending money & paying online. Direct receiving is limited.

• If you need to receive money, consider creating a PayPal Business account or linking PayPal with services like Payoneer or FNB South Africa.

• Always use real personal details — fake info can lead to account suspension.