what is the minimum age to have a paypal accoount ?

[willdog40]

need to know , my son wants an account , Thanks

[Snow-Cat · Accepted solution]

Please read the User Agreement. The requirements are "clearly explained".  Below is a snippet form the 1st section:

This user agreement is a contract between you and PayPal, Inc. that governs your use of your PayPal account and the PayPal services. It applies to U.S. PayPal accounts only.  For an individual to open a U.S. PayPal account and use the PayPal services, you must be a resident of the United States or one of its territories and at least 18 years old, or the age of majority in your state of residence.  For a business to open a U.S. PayPal account and use the PayPal services, the business must be organized in, operating in, or resident of, the United States or one of its territories.