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How do I link a bank account to my PayPal account?

You can link your bank account instantly by entering your bank login details. We’ll use a third-party provider to confirm your bank account details and to check your balance and transactions as needed, which can help your PayPal payments go through. You can remove these permissions in your Settings at any time.

If you don't want to enter your login details to link your bank, you can click Link your bank another way. You'll enter your bank account information and we'll send you 2 small deposits within 3 business days to confirm it.

To link a bank on the web:

  1. Go to Wallet.
  2. Click Link a card or bank.
  3. Click Link a bank account.
  4. Search for your bank or select it from the list.
  5. You can link your bank instantly by entering your bank login details. If the instant option isn't available, enter your bank account details manually and click Agree and Link.

To link a bank on the app:

  1. Tap image Wallet.
  2. Tap + across from "Banks and cards."
  3. Tap Banks.
  4. Search for your bank or select it from the list.

You can only have 8 linked bank accounts to your PayPal account at once.

Learn how to confirm your bank account.  

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