How to use PayPal as a overseas business?

Finorix080
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Hi there,

 

I am trying to setup a business account for my New Zealand-based business. But when I tried to fill out the profile, I see I can only choose a US address (choosing countries other than use will automatically clear the country field) and I cannot add my bank account (it requires a routing number, which has not been adopted by New Zealand banks). I wonder if it is possible to use Paypal as a payment method for my company, or do I have to have a US company to do so?

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PayPal_RachelK
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Hi @Finorix080,

 

Welcome to the PayPal Community and thank you for your post!

 

I do understand your concern with this. PayPal is country specific. This means a PayPal account should only be created in the country you are currently living in. 

 

If you are living in the US, then you are only permitted to have a US PayPal account. This is due to regulations. There are no exceptions to this I'm afraid. 

 

I hope this helps!
 

- Rachel 

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