Monday, January 28, 2008

New! Withdraw Your Funds to Your Indonesian Bank Account

eBay's online payment division and the global leader in online payments, PayPal, has added a new withdrawal feature for its Philippine and Indonesian members, allowing them to conveniently withdraw funds from their PayPal accounts to their local bank accounts.


Philippine and Indonesian Bank Account Withdrawals

How does it work?
- How to add a Bank Account
- How do I withdraw the money
-Which bank can I use to withdraw my money?
-How long does it take for funds to reach my bank account?
-Are there any minimum or maximum withdrawal amounts?
-Are there any requirements that I must fulfill before I can withdraw my funds?
-Can I still withdraw funds to a US bank account?
-Can I still withdraw funds to a Visa debit, credit, or prepaid card?
-Can I withdraw US Dollars to my US Dollar denominated Philippine or Indonesian bank account?
-What currency will be transferred from my PayPal account to my local bank account?
-How much does it cost?

Important information for Indonesian users

How does it work?

How to add a bank account?

In just a few easy steps, you can add your Philippine or Indonesian bank account to your PayPal account in order to conveniently withdraw your money.

Step 1: Log into your PayPal account


Click the 'Profile' tab and then click 'Add or Edit Bank Account.

Step 2: Add your bank details

For Philippine users, the bank code is a 9-digit number. This number is different from a SWIFT code required to send international wires. Please refer to our list of bank codes.

For Indonesian users, the bank code is a 7-digit number. This number is different from a SWIFT code required to send international wires. The 7-digit number assigned to each bank is typically used as an identifier to complete a local or domestic money transfer. Please call your bank to obtain the 7-digit bank code which designates your particular bank branch and location.
Add your local Indonesian or Philippine bank account details and click 'Continue’.

Step 3: Review your bank account information
Review your bank information and click 'Add Bank Account' to confirm.

Step 4: Confirmation

How do I withdraw the money?


Step 1: Log into your PayPal account

Click the 'My Account' tab and then click the 'Withdraw' sub tab.

Step 2: Select the 'Withdraw funds to your bank account' option

For Philippine users, withdrawals equal or more than PHP 7,000 are free. For withdrawal amounts of less than PHP 7,000, there will be a fee of PHP 50.

Step 3: Select the bank account and amount to withdraw

Important: You must become a verified PayPal member in order to withdraw funds from your account. To start the verification process using your credit card, please click the 'Lift this limit' link on the "Withdraw funds to your bank account" page, or learn more first.

Please note verification may take 3-4 business days to complete.

Step 4: Confirm the transfer
 

Which bank can I use to withdraw my money?

All local banks can be used to withdraw the funds.


How long does it take for funds to reach my bank account?

It typically takes 5-7 business days. However, depending on your bank’s policies, it may take longer.


Are there any minimum or maximum withdrawal amounts?

No, once you are a verified PayPal member, there are no minimum withdrawal amounts or maximum withdrawal amounts. However, non-verified PayPal members will not be permitted to make withdrawals of any amount. Learn more about verification.


Are there any requirements that I must fulfill before I can withdraw my funds?

You will need to add a bank account and also become a verified PayPal member.
Learn how to become a verified PayPal member now.


Can I still withdraw funds to a US bank account?

Yes, the functionality to withdraw your PayPal balance to a US bank account is still available.


Can I still withdraw funds to a Visa debit, credit, or prepaid card?

Yes, the functionality to withdraw your PayPal balance to a Visa debit card, credit card, or prepaid card is still available.
Learn more.


Can I withdraw US Dollars to a US Dollar denominated Philippine or Indonesian bank account?

No. At this time, PayPal only supports withdrawal to Peso or Rupiah bank accounts located in the Philippines or Indonesia. However, you can withdraw funds in US Dollars, if you have a United States bank account. Add a United States bank account to your PayPal account now.


What currency will be transferred from my PayPal account to my local bank account?

Regardless of the foreign currency (USD, EUR, AUD, etc.) you are withdrawing from your PayPal account, the funds will be converted to your local currency.

For example, if you are in the Philippines, your withdrawal will be converted into Pesos and transferred to your local bank account. If you are in Indonesia, your withdrawal will be converted into Rupiahs and transferred to your local bank account.


How much does it cost?

For Philippine users, withdrawals of PHP 7,000 or more are free. For withdrawal amounts less than PHP 7,000 there will be a fee of PHP 50. For Indonesian users, withdrawals of IDR 1.5 million or more are free. For withdrawal amounts of less than IDR 1.5 million, there will be a fee of IDR 16,000.

Foreign exchange fees may also apply. Check our schedule of fees for details. Please note that some banks charge their customers a fee for electronic funds transfers. PayPal can make no assurances that you will not be charged by your bank. Please ask your bank whether it charges for electronic fund transfers before you initiate a withdrawal.

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