Do you have some money sitting on Cash App? That’s not always the best place to store your cash. There are more established finance apps around, such as PayPal. Today we’ll show you how to transfer money from Cash App to PayPal. It’s not too hard!
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The easiest method to transfer money from Cash App to PayPal is to use a bank account as an intermediary. This means you need to get your money from your Cash App to your bank account, and then to PayPal.
To do this, go to Cash App > Money > Cash Out, then select how much you want to send to your bank account and hit Cash Out. Lastly, pick your withdrawal speed. Once the money reaches your bank account, go to PayPal > Add Money > From your bank account or debit card. Select the amount you want to add and hit Next. Select your withdrawal speed, then pick your bank account, or the debit card linked to your bank account. Hit Add Now to finish the process.
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Editor’s note: We used a Google Pixel 7 running Android 13 and an Apple iPhone 12 Mini running iOS 16.5 to formulate instructions within this guide. Keep in mind some steps may change, depending on your device and software. Also, we used iPhone screenshots to demonstrate the process because the Android apps black out important pages.
Can you transfer money from Cash App to PayPal?

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Transferring money from Cash App to PayPal is possible, but it isn’t necessarily a straightforward process. We tried using multiple methods, such as trying to use the PayPal debit card as a withdrawal method on Cash App, and trying to use the Cash App Cash Card to deposit money on PayPal. Neither of these work.
All that said, there are some ways to transfer money from Cash App to PayPal. It will just require a bit of work and patience. Let’s go over the available methods in the next section.
How to transfer money from Cash App to PayPal

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So far, these are the only ways we’ve been able to transfer money from Cash App to PayPal successfully. We will assume you already have a Cash App and PayPal account set up. If you haven’t, we have a guide for getting started with Cash App, and another tutorial for setting up PayPal.
Link a bank account to both Cash App and PayPal
This is likely the less confusing and more successful method for sending money from Cash App to PayPal.
- Follow this guide to link your bank account to Cash App.
- Follow this guide to link your bank account to PayPal.
- Launch Cash App.
- Tap on the Money tab.
- Hit the Cash Out button.
- Select how much you want to send to your bank and hit Cash Out.
- Select Standard if you set up your bank account. You can also use Instant if you set up your bank account’s debit card, but this incurs a fee. Then wait for the money to reach your account.
- Once you know the money is in your bank account, launch the PayPal app.
- Under your PayPal balance, you’ll see an Add money option. Select it.
- Hit From your bank or debit card.
- Select how much you want to add and hit Next.
- Select how fast you want the transfer to happen. You can choose in 3-5 days and use the bank account you sent your money to, from Cash App. Alternatively, you can pick in seconds and select the debit card linked to said bank account.
- Tap on Add Now when ready.
You can use the Cash Card as a payment method on PayPal
When we tried to add money to PayPal using the Cash Card, directly, PayPal told us this debit card isn’t supported for this specific process. You can, however, use the Cash Card as a payment method on PayPal! This means that next time you make a purchase using PayPal, you can select the Cash App Cash Card as the payment method.
Of course, we will assume you have a Cash Card. If you don’t, you can get it by going to Cash App > Cash Card > Get Cash Card and following the instructions. We also have a guide on activating the Cash App Cash Card.
How to add your Cash App Cash Card to PayPal:
- Launch the PayPal app.
- Go into the Wallet tab.
- Next to Bank and cards, tap on the + icon.
- Hit Debit and credit cards.
- Tap on Debit or credit card.
- Enter your card number and hit Next.
- Enter your other card details and hit Link Card.
- You may be asked to verify your identity. Follow the instructions to do so.
Once you have successfully added the Cash App Cash Card to your PayPal, you can use it as a payment method for your next PayPal purchase.
Connect your Cash App bank account to PayPal
There is a method no one seems to know about, but we’ve tested it, and it works. You can connect your Cash App bank account to PayPal, and send money to your PayPal balance directly from it. While Cash App is not a bank, it has partnering banks that provide a bank account to its users.
The only downside is that adding your bank account to PayPal can take a few days, as you have to do it manually. Additionally, transferring money from your Cash App bank account to PayPal also takes some days, but these are days you would have to wait for any fund transfers from a bank account to PayPal. At least you would be saving yourself an extra step, as you can avoid sending money from Cash App to your bank account, only to move it from said bank account to PayPal later.
Link your Cash App bank account to PayPal and transfer money directly:
- Launch the PayPal app.
- Tap on the Wallet tab.
- Next to Banks and cards, hit the + button.
- Select Banks.
- Search for any random text. You won’t find a way to connect to the Cash App bank account using the automated service.
- When PayPal can’t find a bank, it will show a button saying Enter Your Bank Details. Tap on it.
- The following page will ask for your bank details. Follow our guide to find the Cash App routing and account numbers, enter it in the PayPal app, and hit Link This Bank.
- You’ll need to verify your account manually. To do this, PayPal will send a couple of small deposits to your Cash App bank account. This will take a few days. Wait for it to happen.
- Once you get your two small deposits in Cash App, open the application and make note of the amounts.
- Go back to the PayPal app.
- Tap on the Wallet tab.
- Find the Cash App bank account; it will be labeled as Sutton Bank. Tap on it.
- Find the option for verifying your account, enter the two amounts, and follow the instructions to finish adding your bank account to PayPal.
- Once the Cash App bank account is verified, you can add money to your PayPal account by going to PayPal > Finances > Add Money From Bank or Card.
- Enter the amount you want to add and hit Next.
- Select in 3-5 days.
- Tap on the Change button next to your bank account, and make sure your Cash App bank account is selected.
- When ready, hit Add Now. Your money will be transferred from Cash App to PayPal in a few days.
FAQs
There are usually no fees involved when sending money from Cash App to your bank account to PayPal. The only exception is if you use a Cash Out instant withdrawal for sending your money from Cash App to your bank account. Instant withdrawals on Cash App cost 0.5% to 1.75%, and there is a $0.25 minimum fee.
While PayPal allows you to add the Cash Card to your list of cards, it doesn’t allow you to add money to your balance using this card.
Cash App doesn’t allow you to add the PayPal debit card, whether you want to use it as a payment or withdrawal method. The PayPal debit card simply isn’t supported.
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How to transfer money from Cash App to PayPal? ›
The easiest method to transfer money from Cash App to PayPal is to use a bank account as an intermediary. This means you need to get your money from your Cash App to your bank account, and then to PayPal.
How do I add money to my PayPal account instantly? ›- Go to your Wallet.
- Click Transfer Money.
- Choose "Add money from your bank or debit card.' Enter the amount.
- Choose either 'In seconds with debit' or 'in 3-5 days with your bank'.
Using a Cash Card (Mobile)
This method will connect a Cash Card to your PayPal account to directly transfer your balance from PayPal to Cash App. Cash Card is Cash App's free debit card that you can use immediately (i.e. you can use the card details in the Cash Card tab before getting the physical card).
You can add money at any Green Dot retailer (including Walmart, CVS, 7-Eleven, Walgreens, Rite Aid, Dollar General, Dollar Tree, Family Dollar, and many others). Take your cash to the register and let the clerk know you want to add cash to PayPal. A fee of up to $4.95 applies.
What Prepaid cards work with Cash App? ›- Netspend Visa Prepaid Card: Success.
- Walmart MoneyCard: Success.
- PayPal, Master Card Prepaid Card: Success.
- My Vanilla Prepaid Card: Success.
- Government-Issued Cards: Success.
- Bluebird by American Express: Unknown.
- Greenlight Prepaid Debit Card: Unknown.
While transferring funds from your bank account to PayPal will take an average of 3 to 5 days, it is possible to link your bank account to your PayPal account for instant payments.
How do I send money to myself on PayPal? ›So, how can you send money to yourself on PayPal? The only way to do that is to use two different PayPal accounts: one for sending and one for receiving. In this case, you will also need two different email addresses or phone numbers associated with each account.
How do I send money to PayPal the same day? ›- Make sure you're logged in to your PayPal account.
- Under the section on your dashboard that displays your PayPal balance, click 'Add Money'
- You can then select to add money from your linked bank account.
- Enter your withdrawal amount and click 'Next'
Sending money to Myself is possible on the cash app; however, accounts need to be created from either different credentials or one verified, and another unverified can go. If you are a new user or have been using the cash app for a while now, you must be thinking about how to transfer money to it.
How do I withdraw money from Cash App without card at ATM? ›Yes, you can withdraw money from Cash App without a card if you link your bank account with it. Cash App offers several ways to withdraw money from your account. You can use the Cash Card, which is a Visa debit card linked to your Cash App account, or you can transfer money to your linked bank account.
Can I use Cash App without a bank account? ›
You don't need a bank account to use Cash App. Without a bank account, you can add money to your Cash App balance by going to an associated retailer and depositing paper money in the store. You can also set up direct deposits to your Cash App balance.
Can you send money from Cash App to Google pay? ›From this blog, it is clear that a user cannot directly make transactions between Google Pay and the cash app. One needs to add the cash app card to start the process of a money transfer.
How do I send money to PayPal without an account? ›- Step 1: Click on 'Pay now' in the email or invoice you've received. Assuming you've received the email detailing the payment, simply click on the 'Pay now' button. ...
- Step 2: Enter your credit or debit card details. ...
- Step 3: Confirm the payment.