Is it normal for PayPal to ask for photo ID?

Is it normal for PayPal to ask for photo ID?

In my experience PayPal typically asks for this information when you have reached or are close to reaching the receiving limit on your account. As PayPal is an online bank we do have to comply with certain financial regulations and this is why PayPal accounts have this type of limit.

What happens if you don’t have a photo ID for PayPal?

If you don’t have a passport or a driver’s license DeanBenbow93, we can accept a copy of your birth certificate instead as long as it’s accompanied by a letter sent to you by the government, like a tax credit form for example.

How can I use PayPal without confirming my identity?

Yes. Once you’ve confirmed your email address and your PayPal account is activated, you can start receiving payments without being Verified. There is no receiving limit using PayPal.

How do I upload a photo ID to PayPal?

If you wish to upload a photo of your ID, you can do so using the following link: www.paypal.com/il/uploaddoc. It will then be attached directly to your account and we can review this for you.

How much money can you send on PayPal without being verified?

If you don’t have a PayPal account, you can send a one-time payment of up to $4,000. If you have a PayPal account and is Verified, there’s no limit on the total amount of money you can send from your account. You can send up to $60,000, but may be limited to $10,000, in a single transaction.

Why does PayPal want me to confirm my identity?

When you add money for the first time, we’re required to verify your identity through PayPal’s Customer Identification Program. Verifying your identity builds stronger security for everyone in the PayPal network. It also allows you to use additional products and services, such as adding money from your bank account.

Can you use birth certificate on PayPal?

We will accept a copy of your birth certificate as proof of Identity, as long as it is accompanied by and official letter like a bank account or credit card statement. You can upload it using this link.

Can I use my birth certificate as ID in PayPal?

In situation when you can’t provide a valid proof of identity such as passport, driver’s license or national ID you can provide a Birth Certificate accompanied by another government issued document not longer than 12 months ago.

What happens if you don’t verify your PayPal account?

Until you verify your PayPal account, you may not be able to fully use the service. Having an unverified account puts limitations on some of PayPal’s most essential functions, including how much you can withdraw ($500 per month for unverified users) or transfer to your account.

Why does PayPal need to confirm my identity?

Is it safe to upload my ID to PayPal?

We’re asking for identifying information so you can keep money in PayPal and use other features that rely on a balance. If you don’t provide identifying information, or we’re unable to confirm the identifying information you provide us, you will not be able to use a balance to send money or make purchases.

Why do I need a photo ID to use PayPal?

Nov-09-2013 02:00 AM I have been asked to provide photo ID and proof of address for my account restrictions to be lifted. However no-one at PayPal is prepared to answer my questions: Why all of a sudden do you need this – you are not asking anyone else in my family? My account is verified – does this mean nothing?

What kind of iD do I need for PayPal?

They won’t accept the Utility bill and are asking for Government ID. Government ID is giving me the option of either sending them my Passport (Which I do not have as I have never left the country) and/or my Drivers Licence (Which I also do not have because I do not drive).

How can I tell if PayPal has my photo?

The only way they would have my photo is if they took it without my consent., IF I had to provide my bank account with photographic ID then they would have the courtesy to tell me why. If you read the opening post, my biggest complaint is that PayPal sent an email demanding this information with no explination as to why they needed.

What’s the case ID for my PayPal account?

Until this issue is resolved, you’ll be able to log in to your PayPal account but you might not be able to add money to it or use some of your account features. (Your case ID for this reason is PP-000-000-000-000.) How can I return my account to regular standing?