PayPal + mFaisaa | Official Maldives Integration

World-class payments
for everyone.

The bridge between the Maldives and the global economy. Receive funds, shop globally, and manage USD directly from your mFaisaa wallet.

Status

Successfully Linked

The power of PayPal in your pocket.

Fast Settlements

Withdraw your PayPal earnings to your mFaisaa wallet instantly. Perfect for freelancers.

Secure Shopping

Shop on international platforms without exposing your card details to every merchant.

Business Growth

Accept payments from customers in 200+ markets. Grow your local craft into a global brand.

Economic Empowerment

Why choose PayPal + mFaisaa?

Global Participation

Enable Maldivian businesses and freelancers to access the global market with ease. Connect with clients worldwide and receive USD directly.

Entrepreneurship

Support small businesses, artisans, and content creators in scaling their dreams internationally through secure payment infrastructure.

Financial Inclusion

Bringing world-class payment infrastructure to every citizen across the Maldives. Our bridge ensures that geography is never a barrier to financial opportunity or global commerce. Start your journey today with mFaisaa.

Step-by-Step Guide

How to get connected

Install mFaisaa

Download the Ooredoo App and head to mFaisaa section.

KYC Verification

Complete identity verification to unlock global features.

Link PayPal

Securely sign in to link your PayPal account.

Start Transacting

Instantly withdraw funds or shop on global platforms.

Who can use PayPal
in the Maldives?

General Eligibility

Available to all residents of the Maldives aged 18 and above with valid identification documentation.

mFaisaa Account

You must have an active mFaisaa digital wallet account to facilitate the bridge.

Available to All Networks

PayPal services through mFaisaa are available to customers of all mobile networks in the Maldives. Users do not need to be Ooredoo customers—simply create an mFaisaa wallet using any local phone number.

Ready for the
global market?

Join thousands of Maldivian creators and businesses already utilizing the mFaisaa × PayPal bridge.

Full KYC Required

Ensure your mFaisaa account is verified with a valid ID.

Seamless Link

Connect any valid PayPal account directly in the app.

Transparent Fees

PayPal Withdrawals

Percentage

$1.5

Fixed Fee

Transaction Limits

Know your limits

Clear, predictable limits.

Tier

Gold · Standard

Daily Limit $9,000

Weekly Limit $29,000

Monthly Limit $75,000

Per Transaction Max $1,492

Transactions Unlimited

Tier

Silver · Basic

Daily Limit $1,900

Weekly Limit $4,900

Monthly Limit $14,900

Per Transaction Max $746

Transactions Unlimited

Limits are applied separately for each transfer type:
PayPal → mFaisaa mFaisaa → PayPal mFaisaa → Bank

Common Questions

Everything you need to know about the bridge.

No. While mFaisaa was developed by Ooredoo Fintech, it's available to all residents of the Maldives regardless of their mobile service provider. Simply create an mFaisaa account using any phone number.

Setup is instant. Most users complete account creation and identity verification within 5-10 minutes.

No, you cannot add funds directly to your mFaisaa USD Pocket.

You will need a valid mobile number for verification and a valid National ID card for Maldivians, or a passport and Work Permit for foreigners.

You will be able to receive funds from your linked PayPal account to your mFaisaa wallet.

Funds can be received instantly to the linked wallet.

All PayPal funds are managed through your mFaisaa wallet. You can transfer funds to your linked bank account.

World-class payments for everyone.