Can You Transfer Money From PayPal to Cash App? (And Vice Versa)

You cannot transfer money directly from PayPal to Cash App, but you can move your funds between the two using a linked bank account or a Cash App debit card. These two workarounds are the only reliable ways to get your money from PayPal to Cash App.

The truth about PayPal to Cash App transfers

There is no direct transfer feature between PayPal and Cash App. To move money from PayPal to Cash App, you must use either a linked bank account as a middleman or link your Cash App Card to PayPal as a bank account. Both methods are straightforward once your accounts are set up correctly.

What you need before you start

To use either method, you need a bank account with the same name on both your PayPal and Cash App accounts, or you need a physical Cash App Card. If you use the bank account method, standard transfers from PayPal are usually free but take time, while instant transfers are faster but incur the PayPal instant transfer fee. When you add cash to Cash App from a bank account, the money typically appears instantly.

Method 1: Transfer via a linked bank account

This is the most common method. You move money from PayPal to your bank, then from your bank to Cash App.

Step 1: Withdraw money from PayPal to your bank

1. On the PayPal app, tap your PayPal balance, then tap "Transfer Money," then "Transfer to bank," and follow the instructions.
2. On the PayPal website, go to "Wallet," click "Transfer Money," then "Transfer to your bank," and follow the instructions.

Choose between a standard transfer (usually free, takes 1-3 business days) or an instant transfer (completes in minutes for a fee). Once you request a withdrawal from PayPal, it cannot be canceled.

Step 2: Add the money to Cash App from your bank

1. Open Cash App and tap the "Money" tab.
2. Select "Add Cash," enter the amount, and confirm.

The money you add from your linked bank account appears in Cash App instantly.

Method 2: Transfer using a Cash App card

If you have a physical Cash App Card, you can link it to PayPal as a bank account. This method lets you bypass the need for a separate bank account.

Step 1: Get your Cash App routing and account numbers

1. Select "Cash" and choose "Direct Deposit."
2. Tap "Get Account Number" and enable it. Write down the routing number and account number.

Step 2: Link Cash App to PayPal as a bank

1. Go to PayPal's website or app and sign in.
2. Go to "Settings," then "Money, Banks, and Cards."
3. Choose "Link a New Bank Account" and enter the Cash App routing number and account number.

Step 3: Transfer from PayPal to Cash App

1. On PayPal, go to "Transfer Money" and select "Transfer to your bank."
2. Choose the Cash App account you just linked, enter the amount, and confirm.

This method works because PayPal treats the Cash App Card's account details as a bank account. If you are looking for a quick trick, you might hear about the Cash App glitch method, but the official steps above are reliable and safe.

How to transfer money from Cash App to PayPal

The reverse process works the same way, just in the opposite direction.

Cash App to PayPal via a bank account

1. Select "Withdraw" or "Cash Out," choose the amount, and select your linked bank account.
2. Open PayPal, go to your "Wallet," click "Transfer Money," then "Add money to your balance."
3. Select the same bank account and enter the amount.

Adding money from a bank account to PayPal usually takes up to 6 business days, though debit card transfers can be available in seconds. PayPal does not charge a fee to add funds from your bank account, but your bank may charge one.

Cash App to PayPal via a PayPal Cash Card

1. Get your PayPal Cash Card routing and account numbers from the "Set Up Or View Direct Deposit" section in your PayPal settings.
2. Open Cash App, go to "Settings," and choose "Add Bank."
3. Enter your PayPal Cash Card account number and routing number.
4. On Cash App, tap the "Money" tab, select "Cash Out," enter the amount, and confirm.

When linking accounts, you may need to know the bank name associated with Cash App, which is listed in your Cash App direct deposit details.

Why was my transfer denied?

The most common reason for a denied transfer is a name mismatch. The name on your bank account must exactly match the name on your PayPal account for the transfer to process correctly. If the names do not match, the transfer will be denied. Other quick fixes include re-linking your bank account to both apps, which can refresh the connection and resolve minor errors. If your transfer still fails, double-check that you entered the correct routing and account numbers.