How do I receive money from PayPal for the first time

To receive money from PayPal for the first time, create a PayPal account, link your Indian bank account or card, and share your PayPal email address with the sender. Once they send the funds, the money appears in your PayPal balance. You can then transfer it to your linked bank account, though PayPal charges a currency conversion fee (typically 3% to 4% above the mid-market rate) and the transfer can take several business days.

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