How do i change my name on my paypal account

Download Article

This wikiHow will show you how to change your PayPal name using the browser. If you have to fix more than a typo in your name, you'll have to submit paperwork proving that the new name you entered is legal and yours.

Steps

1. 

   1

2. 

   2

   Click Update. You'll see this listed next to your name and the year you joined PayPal.

   Advertisement

3. 

   3

   Click Change your legal name, Update your name, or Make a minor correction. If you choose either of the first two options, you'll need to upload proof of your name.

   • If you choose Change your legal name, you'll need to upload a copy of a government-issued photo identification (ID) that shows your face and an ID number, as well as a copy of your marriage (or divorce) certificate, certificate of commitment, or a copy of the legal document showing your name change.
   • If you choose Update your name, you'll need to upload a copy of a government-issued photo identification (ID) that shows your face and an ID number, as well as a copy of a utility bill with your name and address, a bank statement for your linked bank account, or a recent credit card statement for the card linked to your PayPal account.
   • If you choose Make a minor correction, you can only make one change to your name. Otherwise, you'll need to contact support for help.

4. 

   4

   Upload files if required. When you use a file, it has to be a .PDF, .JPG, or .PNG. Make sure your file name is less than 40 characters and your file size is less than 5 MB.

   • Click Attach File and Submit to continue once you have the file selected.
   • Within 3-5 business days you should hear back from PayPal in your email. They will change your name according to the files you submitted.[1]

Advertisement

Ask a Question

200 characters left

Include your email address to get a message when this question is answered.

Submit

Advertisement

About This Article

Article SummaryX

1. Go to https://www.paypal.com/myaccount/settings/.
2. Click Update.
3. Click Change your legal name, Update your name, or Make a minor correction.
4. Upload files if required.

Did this summary help you?

Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 38,392 times.

Is this article up to date?

Wondering how to change your name on PayPal? This guide is for you.

Whether you need to make a minor correction to your name to bring it in line with your government issued photo ID, or you’re looking to change your PayPal username for your business account, we have the answers.

We’ll also touch on how you could save on fees when sending and receiving payments in foreign currencies, with Wise.

Can I change my name on PayPal?

Yes. You can change your name on PayPal if you need to correct a typo or if you’ve legally changed your name.

You won’t be able to change your PayPal account into someone else’s name, and if you’re changing your PayPal because you have a new legal name, you’ll probably need to provide legal documentation as proof of the change.

If you have a PayPal business account, you’ll also be able to change your PayPal account’s name if you can legally show your business name has changed.

Once again, you’ll need to prove that your business has legally changed name, and your linked bank account will need to show the same business name as your PayPal account.

How to change PayPal name - PayPal personal

Here’s how to change your name on your personal PayPal account¹:

1. Log in to the PayPal website - you can’t change your name on the PayPal app
2. Click on Settings
3. Click Change Name beside your name
4. Select the appropriate option to fit why you’re changing your PayPal account name

Depending on the situation, you might have to upload images of a document to show your name has really changed. This might be a government issued photo ID if you’ve legally changed your name, or a marriage certificate, for example. Make sure you include photos of both the front and back of your valid ID.

Can you change your name on a PayPal business account?

Changing your PayPal business account name is very similar to altering your name on a PayPal personal account. To change your business name²:

1. Log in to PayPal on a web browser and go to Account Settings
2. Click **_Business Information, _**and then click Update
3. Select Edit
4. Click Change which you’ll find under your business name

This process only applies if you’ve changed the registered name of your business, and can provide legal documents to show this has happened. If you’re creating an account for a new business, open a new PayPal business account rather than updating the business name on an existing account.

Sending and receiving payments in foreign currencies? Choose Wise to save 6x compared to old school banks

PayPal offers some great options for shopping online and sending domestic payments within the US. But when it comes to anything international, PayPal’s fees can be high, with a steep markup every time you need to switch currencies. Beat high fees and bad exchange rates with Wise.

Open a Wise account to hold 50+ currencies, send payments to 80+ countries, get paid fee free from 30+ countries, and spend all over the world with your linked international debit card. You’ll get the real exchange rate with no markups and no foreign transaction fees, no monthly costs, and low, transparent charges for the services you use.

See how much you can save with Wise today:

Sources:

1. PayPal FAQ - how do I change my name on PayPal?
2. PayPal FAQ - how do I change the name on PayPal business account?

All sources checked on 8 June 2022

Why can't I change my PayPal surname?

Can I rename my PayPal account?