If you have a Green Dot card, having your funds transferred to PayPal will make them even more flexible.
Thankfully, Green Dot works with PayPal and allows anyone with a personalized card to transfer funds to their PayPal balance for free.
If you don't have a personalized Green Dot card—you're still at the right place because I'll show you all possible ways to transfer money from Green Dot to PayPal.
Can I Transfer Money from Green Dot to PayPal?
Yes, you can transfer money from Green Dot to PayPal.
In fact, you'll have two methods to try, which include using the Send Money feature on Green Dot or using the card as a funding source for your transactions on PayPal.
How to Transfer Money from Green Dot to PayPal
As mentioned earlier, you can transfer money from Green Dot to PayPal through the Send Money feature on Green Dot.
To do so:
- Open the Green Dot app and go to "Pay" then "Send Money".
- You'll need the recipient's name, email address, or mobile phone number to send the money. You should enter your PayPal email here.
- Now, enter the amount and a memo if desired, then review the information and confirm the transaction by tapping "Next" then "Send Money".
The transfer is free and should go through almost instantly.
However, this only works for those who have a personalized Green Dot card, and if you don't have one, you'll need to rely on the second method, which involves linking your Green Dot card as a payment method on PayPal.
To do so:
- Open the PayPal app and tap "Accounts".
- Scroll down to "Linked bank and cards".
- Tap "Add new".
- Enter your Green Dot card details manually or simply scan your card.
After you're done linking the card, you should be able to use it as a funding source for your payments through PayPal.
Also, if linking your Green Dot card was much of a hassle for you, you can try linking your Green Dot account to PayPal directly through the routing and account numbers.
How to Transfer Money from PayPal to Green Dot
The best way to transfer money from PayPal to Green Dot is by using a linked bank account. You'll have to send the funds to your bank account from PayPal, then transfer the funds to your Green Dot account.
The entire process should take between 1 to 3 business days to complete.
Linking Green Dot to Mobile Wallets (Google Pay and Apple Pay)
Green Dot works with mobile wallets like Google Pay and Apple Pay, and you should be able to get the Green Dot card linked to any of these wallets using their respective linking steps.
To link Green Dot to Apple Pay:
- Open the Wallet app and tap the ➕button.
- Tap "Debit or Credit Card" to add a new card.
- Tap "Continue".
- Tap or hold your Green Dot card close to your iPhone to add it, or do so manually by tapping "Enter Card Details Manually" and following the onscreen instructions.
To link Green Dot to Google Pay:
- Open the Google Wallet app.
- Tap "Add to Wallet" at the bottom.
- Tap "Payment card" and then "New credit or debit card".
- Use your camera to automatically add your Green Dot card, or tap "Enter details manually".
- At the bottom, tap "Save and continue".
- Read the Issuer Terms.
- Tap "Accept" to complete the process.
That's how you get to add your Green Dot card to mobile wallets.
Can I Transfer Money from Another Bank Account to my Green Dot Account?
Yes! Linking other bank accounts to your Green Dot account makes it easy to transfer money.
After that, you can transfer money for free from that bank account to your Green Dot account, which should reflect within three business days.
How to Find Your Green Dot Bank Routing Number Online
- Green Dot Bank online banking — Logging into online banking will provide you with your routing number.
- Check or statement — a check or bank statement issued by Green Dot Bank.
- Fedwire — The Federal Reserve's official website allows you to search for your routing number.
You can also withdraw money using your account and routing number; the routing number ensures that your payment reaches its intended destination safely.
However, double-checking the correct account and routing number with your bank or recipient is always a good idea.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I take all my money off my Green Dot card?
Using your Green Dot card for online transactions is a good way to take all the money on the card. You can also use ACH debit transactions for paying bills to get all the money used.
Can I use my Green Dot account without my card?
It is isn't simple to use the Green Dot account without card except setting up ACH transactions which will debit money from or credit funds onto your Green Dot account without the card..
How do I transfer money from Green Dot online?
Log into the Green Dot app. Go to Pay, Send Money, Add Recipients then follow the prompts.
Final Thoughts
You can transfer money from Green Dot to PayPal almost instantly by using Green Dot's Send Money feature, that's only available for personalized cards. If you don't have a personalized card, you can link your card to PayPal directly and use it as a funding source.
