Does Paypal Work in Zimbabwe?
PayPal is not currently available in Zimbabwe. This is because PayPal does not currently offer its services in the country due to economic and regulatory reasons. PayPal is a U.S.-based company, and the U.S. government has placed economic sanctions on Zimbabwe, which affects the ability of U.S. companies to do business in the country. Additionally, the regulatory environment in Zimbabwe may not currently meet PayPal’s compliance and risk management standards.
As a result, people in Zimbabwe are not able to receive payments via PayPal and also they can’t open PayPal account. However, there are alternative online payment methods available such as Payoneer, Skrill, and Paypal alternatives such as EcoCash, OneMoney and ZIPIT. These alternatives may offer similar services, but it is important to research and compare the fees, security, and other features before choosing a provider.
It is worth noting that the information is based on the current situation and it may change over time. I recommend checking with PayPal and the Government of Zimbabwe for the most accurate and up-to-date information