✅ What You Need to Open a PayPal Account in Zimbabwe

1. 📧 Valid Email Address

• This becomes your PayPal login ID and also where you’ll receive payment notifications.

• Use an email you have permanent access to.

2. 📱 Active Mobile Phone Number

• Needed for security verification (SMS codes or two-factor authentication).

• Must be a number registered in your name.

3. 🪪 Full Legal Name & ID Details

• Use your real first and last name as shown on your national ID or passport.

• PayPal uses this to verify your identity if there are account issues.

4. 🏡 Residential Address in Zimbabwe

• Provide your current physical address (city, suburb, street).

• This is required for billing and sometimes verification.

5. 💳 Visa or MasterCard Debit/Credit Card (Important)

• Required to link and verify your account.

• Can be issued by Zimbabwean banks such as:

  • FBC Bank

  • Steward Bank

  • Ecobank

  • BancABC

• Must be enabled for online international transactions (ask your bank if unsure).

💡 Tip: Prepaid USD Visa cards from local banks also work.

6. 💻 Internet Access & Device

• You’ll need a phone, tablet, or computer with internet access to sign up and manage your PayPal account.

7. 🏦 (Optional) Linked Bank Account (for withdrawals)

• Direct withdrawals to Zimbabwean banks are not supported yet.

• However, if you plan to receive payments, you can link PayPal to:

  • A Payoneer account (virtual bank)

  • A South African FNB account

  • Or use online payment gateways that pay via PayPal.

✅ Summary:
To create a PayPal account in Zimbabwe, you only need:

• Valid email, phone, legal name, and address

• A Visa/MasterCard debit or credit card enabled for online payments