instant transfer to an old closed debit card and it went through.

Embry2004
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So just the other day I did an instant transfer to my debit card. Come to realize I accidentally transferred the money to a closed/old debit card. First of all how did the transfer go through if the card has been closed? How can I retrieve this money since it was sent to a closed debit card? Thank you.
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kernowlass
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@Embry2004 


If the card ACCOUNT that both cards belong or belonged to is still open then it should go through fine.
However if its a completely new card / account then it may decline and bounce back to your paypal balance, allow 14 days and if no sign of it ask your card issuer and Paypal customer services for a trace.


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Kudos / Solution appreciated.
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