PayPal has been a way of getting payment in most freelancing platforms. With a PayPal account, freelancers can access their cash via Equity Bank or M-Pesa. Equity is the only commercial bank in Kenya that supports PayPal. In this article, you will be guided through the process of linking your Equity Bank to your PayPal account.
First, you need an Equity Bank account. So, if you don’t have it, visit any Equity Bank branch and register an account. Alternatively, if you are in Kenya, you can dial *247# from your phone and follow the prompts.
Secondly, you need to ensure that the email address you provided when creating a PayPal account is associated with your Equity Bank Account. If not, you should visit any Equity Bank branch to have the details updated.
After you have met the above requirements, the go-ahead to create an account with Equity’s Self-Service platform; a platform that handles all PayPal transactions.
How to create an account on Equity Self-Service platform
- Open the Self-Service platform online
- Click on LINK EXISTING ACCOUNT
- Enter the account number then click on START
- Enter the phone number, email address, ID number, and your bank details. These should match the details you used when opening your account.
Read Also: How to send money from M-Pesa to Equity
Link Equity Bank to PayPal account:
- Click on PAYPAL
- Enter the email address you used to create a Self-Service account
- Select the bank account to link PayPal. Enable browser pop-ups at this point for a smooth process
- Accept terms and conditions
- A pop up will ask you to log in to your PayPal account. Do so to authorize.
How to withdraw funds from PayPal to Equity
- Open the Equity Self-Service dashboard
- Click on PAYPAL
- Click on WITHDRAW SERVICE
- Select your PayPal account
- Enter the amount in the currency indicated
- Click on Accept
In conclusion
Linking your Equity Bank account to PayPal is easy once you have created the Equity Self-Service account. Ensure you use the same details for the processes above for a smooth process.
