Discover how to send money to Lebanon easily with Paysend and Purpl. Fund your transfer securely with your card, bank, or send with PayPal.
Send Money to Lebanon in USD: Fund Your Paysend Transfers in a New Way
Transferring money to Lebanon just got easier, faster, and more flexible, and now with options like sending through PayPal on Paysend, it’s more convenient than ever. Thanks to the partnership between Paysend and Purpl, Lebanese expats can now send money directly to Lebanon in USD, instantly available for cash out through Purpl.
Whether you’re supporting family, paying expenses, or sending financial help to loved ones, this new integration makes international money transfers to Lebanon smoother than ever.
Why Paysend and Purpl Make Sending Easy
This collaboration connects two powerful platforms:
- Paysend : A global money transfer app that lets you send funds to over 170 countries worldwide.
- Purpl : A Lebanese fintech app that enables recipients in Lebanon to cash out money in USD from Banque Libano-Française ATMs and MTM locations, without needing a bank account or card.
Together, they bridge the gap between the Lebanese diaspora and their families back home, offering a simple, transparent, and low-fee way to send money to Lebanon.
How to Fund Your Transfer
When funding your transfer, you have several flexible options, a major advantage over traditional wire services:
- Bank Card (Credit or Debit)
- Bank Account
- PayPal Balance or Account (Send with PayPal)
In certain countries, specifically the United Kingdom and the European Economic Area (EEA), you can choose your PayPal balance or linked PayPal account to instantly fund your Paysend transfer.
The EEA includes: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway.
This option provides an extra layer of convenience, flexibility, and security that few other services offer, ideal for users who already use PayPal to manage online payments.
How to Send Money to Lebanon in USD with Paysend and Purpl
Follow these simple steps to send money from your country directly to a recipient in Lebanon:
Step 1: Download and set up your Paysend account
Step 2: Choose Lebanon as the recipient country. When selecting how the recipient will receive the money, choose Cash Pickup, and Purpl will automatically appear as the delivery partner.
Step 3: Enter your recipient’s details, by adding their full name and phone number, ensuring they match their Purpl account information.
Step 4: Choose your payment method: card, bank account, or, crucially, your PayPal account or balance (where available in your sending country). This allows you to send with PayPal and leverage your existing balance to support loved ones in Lebanon.
Step 5: Confirm and send, by reviewing all details and click Confirm & Send, your transfer will be processed immediately.
How Recipients in Lebanon Receive Their USD
Once the transfer is sent:
- The recipient receives an SMS notification from Purpl.
- They can download the Purpl app, verify their profile, and instantly see the received amount in USD.
- Using the Purpl geolocator, they can find the nearest Banque Libano-Française ATMs or MTM location to cash out in USD, instantly and with zero fees.
No bank account. No card. Just the Purpl app.
How Long Does It Take?
Most Paysend transfers, including those funded with PayPal, are completed within minutes. Once processed, the funds are available immediately in the recipient’s Purpl account.
Transparent Fees and Real Exchange Rates
When sending money through Paysend, you’ll always see:
- The exact transfer fee (typically £1, $2, or €1.50)
- The real-time exchange rate (if applicable)
- The total amount your recipient will receive in USD
With Purpl, the recipient always receives 100% of the transferred amount, no hidden costs or deductions.
Sending with PayPal to Lebanon, Simplified
While PayPal alone doesn’t offer direct transfers to Lebanon, you can now send with PayPal through Paysend, funding your transfer securely and having it received instantly in USD via Purpl.
It’s the easiest and most flexible way to use your PayPal balance to support family and friends in Lebanon, with instant, fee-transparent results.
Why Use Paysend and Purpl to Send Money to Lebanon
✅ Fund transfers using your PayPal balance
✅ Send money globally to Lebanon in USD
✅ Instant availability of funds via Purpl
✅ Cash out easily from Banque Libano-Française ATMs and MTM centers
✅ Low, transparent fees and secure payments
This partnership makes sending money to Lebanon simpler, safer, and faster than ever, giving the Lebanese community abroad a reliable way to support loved ones in USD.
Start Sending Today
Ready to try it?
- Download the Paysend app or visit paysend.com.
- Choose Lebanon as the destination.
- Select your preferred funding method.
- Send money directly to Purpl users, who can cash out instantly in USD.
Sending money to Lebanon using another funding option is finally easy, transparent, and instant, powered by Paysend and Purpl.
FAQs: Using PayPal to Fund Your Paysend Transfers with Purpl
1. Can I send money with PayPal to Lebanon through Paysend and Purpl?
Yes! You can now fund your transfer with PayPal via Paysend, and your recipient in Lebanon will receive the money instantly in USD through the Purpl app. Once the transfer arrives, they’ll receive a notification on Purpl and can instantly cash out at Banque Libano-Française ATMs or 250+ MTM locations across Lebanon, quickly, securely, and with zero fees.
2. Can I use PayPal to send money abroad?
Absolutely. With Paysend, you can use your PayPal balance or linked PayPal account to fund transfers to over 170 countries, including Lebanon. Recipients in Lebanon can receive the funds directly in their Purpl wallet, ready to use or cash out in USD.
3. How do I send money abroad using PayPal and Paysend?
- Open the Paysend app or visit paysend.com
- Choose your destination (e.g., Lebanon) and enter the transfer amount
- Select PayPal as your payment method
- Log into your PayPal account and confirm the payment
Your recipient will instantly receive the amount in USD through Purpl, and can withdraw cash or use their balance at supported merchants.
4. Is there a fee for using PayPal to fund transfers?
Yes, there’s a small 0.4% additional fee when funding your transfer with PayPal. The fee amount is shown upfront before you confirm. Receiving the money on Purpl, however, is completely free, no hidden charges on the recipient side.
5. Is it safe to use PayPal to send money internationally?
Definitely. Using PayPal adds an extra layer of security, keeping your financial details private. Together with Paysend’s secure system and Purpl’s licensed payout network in Lebanon, your money arrives safely and instantly in USD.
6. Which countries can I send money from using PayPal via Paysend?
Currently, users in the UK and EEA (European Economic Area) can fund their Paysend transfers using PayPal. This means you can send money securely from Europe to Lebanon, received in USD through Purpl and ready for instant cash-out.
7. Who can use PayPal funding on Paysend?
This feature is available to users in the UK and EEA with active PayPal accounts. Once you fund a transfer, your recipient in Lebanon simply needs to have a verified Purpl account to receive and cash out the money.
8. How can someone in Lebanon withdraw money they received through Purpl?
Recipients can cash out their USD balance from Purpl at Banque Libano-Française ATMs or 250+ MTM locations across Lebanon, quickly, securely, and with zero fees.They can also use their USD balance for payments or buy vouchers directly through the app.
