This article explains how to add PayPal as a billing method on Upwork. Your PayPal account must be active, in good standing, and not a student account. A billing agreement with Upwork is required, and availability may vary by country. - AI helped create this summary.
To help make paying your freelancers as easy as possible, we accept a number of billing methods, including PayPal.
Add PayPal as a billing method
- Go to Account Settings > Billing & Payments
- Choose the Add a billing method button
In order to use PayPal as your billing method, you must have an active PayPal account in good standing.
NOTE
If you're having trouble activating your PayPal account, please contact PayPal for help.
Requirements and limitations
In order to add a PayPal Account:
- Your PayPal account must be active and in good standing
- You must have an active Billing Agreement with Upwork — this billing agreement is signed as part of the add PayPal flow on Upwork
- Your PayPal account must not be a student account
- Your PayPal account must be set up with a primary and back-up payment method
Please note that PayPal billing may not be available in your country.
PayPal is just one of the Billing Methods available at Upwork — learn more about your choices here.
Related Links
PayPal Help Center
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- How much does PayPal charge when confirming my debit or credit card?
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