complete step-by-step guide on how to start a PayPal Business Account, from scratch, tailored for anyone including Zimbabwe users:

Step 1: Decide Your Account Type

PayPal has two main accounts:

1. Personal Account – for sending/receiving small amounts or shopping online.

2. Business Account – for selling products/services, accepting customer payments, and accessing business tools.

For businesses or freelancers, choose Business Account.

Official link: PayPal Business Signup

Step 2: Begin Registration

1. Go to PayPal Zimbabwe.

2. Click Sign Up → Select Business Account → Click Next.

Step 3: Provide Your Email

• Enter a professional business email (e.g., yourname@yourcompany.com).

• Make sure you can access it immediately for verification.

Step 4: Enter Business Details

• Business Type: Choose Sole Proprietor, Company, or Nonprofit.

• Business Name: Use your registered business name.

• Business Address: Your official business location.

• Business Phone Number: For verification.

Step 5: Fill in Personal Details

• Full legal name of the account owner.

• Date of birth.

• Government-issued ID (Passport or National ID).

• Proof of address (utility bill, bank statement).

Step 6: Create a Strong Password

• Minimum 8 characters.

• Must include uppercase, lowercase, number, and special character.

Step 7: Agree to Terms & Conditions

• Read and accept PayPal’s User Agreement and Privacy Policy.

• Check boxes and click Agree and Continue.

Step 8: Confirm Your Email

• PayPal will send a verification email.

• Click the link to confirm your email and continue account setup.

Step 9: Link Bank Account or Card (Optional at First)

• You can link your Zimbabwean bank account or debit/credit card.

• Linking helps verify your account and may allow withdrawals (depending on country restrictions).

Note for Zimbabwe: Receiving and withdrawing international funds directly may be limited. Many Zimbabwean businesses use Payoneer or Wise to receive PayPal payments safely.

Step 10: Complete Identity Verification

• Upload required documents when prompted:

  • Government-issued ID

  • Proof of address

  • Business registration certificate (if registered)

• Clear scans/photos improve approval speed.

Step 11: Start Using Your PayPal Business Account

• Accept payments via PayPal buttons, invoices, or checkout links.

• Monitor transactions and manage your funds via the dashboard.

Step 12: Optional – Integrate with International Receiving Accounts

• If PayPal withdrawal is restricted in Zimbabwe, connect your Payoneer or Wise account to receive funds.

• This ensures you can access international payments safely.

Tips

• Use real and verifiable information — fake details risk account limitations.

• Keep your account verified with updated documents.

• Use business email separate from personal email for security and professional appearance.

Useful Links

• PayPal Business Signup

• PayPal Help Center

• Payoneer – for receiving payments in Zimbabwe

• Wise – multi-currency account alternative

I can also make a visual step-by-step tutorial with screenshots showing exactly what to click and fill for Zimbabwe users, including Payoneer/Wise integration to actually receive payments.