How do I remove a bank account from my PayPal account?

Here’s how to remove your bank account from the web browser.

  1. Click Finance at the top of the page.
  2. Click Banks and Cards.
  3. Select the bank you want to remove.
  4. Click Remove bank.

To remove a bank on the app:

  1. Tap Accounts.
  2. Tap the bank account.
  3. Tap Remove.

Here’s how to remove a bank account from your PayPal account on our Business app:

  1. Tap More.
  2. Tap Settings.
  3. Tap Cards and Banks.
  4. Tap the bank account to remove.
  5. Tap Remove.

If you’re unable to remove your bank, it may be because:

  • There’s a payment or transfer that is pending or still processing. Wait a few days and try again.
  • There’s a limitation on your PayPal account. Resolve the limitation and try again.

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