
π‘ Introduction: Why You Need a Payoneer Account
In 2025, freelancers, bloggers, affiliate marketers, and e-commerce sellers in Pakistan need an international payment solution. With PayPal still not available officially, Payoneer is the best alternative.
Payoneer lets you:
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Receive payments from foreign clients
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Withdraw earnings from platforms like Fiverr, Upwork, Amazon, and ClickBank
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Get a virtual US, UK, and EU bank account
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Withdraw money to your local bank account (UBL, HBL, Meezan, etc.)
Letβs dive into the step-by-step process to open a Payoneer account in Pakistan β 100% free.
β Step-by-Step: How to Create a Payoneer Account in Pakistan
πΉ Step 1: Visit the Payoneer Website
Go to: www.payoneer.com
Click on βSign Upβ or βRegisterβ in the top-right corner.
πΉ Step 2: Choose Your Account Type
Select:
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Individual (for freelancers/students)
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Company (only if you’re a registered business)
Then click βNext.β
πΉ Step 3: Fill in Your Details
Enter your:
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Full Name (as per CNIC or Bank Account)
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Email Address (use Gmail preferably)
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Date of Birth
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Country: Pakistan
β Use real info β it must match your bank account details.
πΉ Step 4: Provide Your Contact Details
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Address (must match CNIC or utility bill)
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City & Postal Code
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Mobile number (youβll get OTP)
π Enter a working number for verification.
0πΉ Step 5: Set Up Security Details
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Create a password
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Choose a security question (for future account recovery)
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Enter CNIC or Passport number
π Note: Payoneer uses CNIC for Pakistani users instead of SSN or Tax ID.
πΉ Step 6: Add Bank Account (PKR)
Link your Pakistani bank account for withdrawals.
Youβll need:
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Bank name (UBL, HBL, Meezan, etc.)
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Account title (your name)
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IBAN (24-digit number on cheque book or bank app)
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Bank branch and city
β Make sure your Payoneer name matches the bank account title exactly.
π¨ What Happens After Sign Up?
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Your application is reviewed (within 1β3 business days)
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Youβll receive a confirmation email
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Once approved, you can start receiving international payments!
π No physical documents are needed unless requested later for large payments.
π³ Optional: Order a Free Payoneer MasterCard
If you receive $100+ from Payoneer partners, you may qualify for a Payoneer Prepaid Mastercard, which you can:
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Use online
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Withdraw cash from ATMs worldwide
π Note: This card is optional and not needed if you only withdraw to bank.
πΌ Who Should Use Payoneer in Pakistan?
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β Freelancers (Fiverr, Upwork, Toptal, etc.)
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β Affiliate Marketers (ClickBank, JVZoo, Amazon Associates)
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β E-commerce Sellers (Amazon, eBay)
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β YouTubers & Bloggers (getting paid via networks)
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β Remote Employees (working with US/UK firms)
πΈ Payoneer Withdrawal Charges (2025 Updated)
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π¦ To a Pakistani bank:
~2% above mid-market rate (competitive) -
π΅ From ATM (MasterCard):
$3.15 per withdrawal + 3.5% currency fee -
π³ Card annual fee (optional):
~$29.95 (only if the card is activated)
β No monthly fee, no hidden setup charges.
π Payoneer vs PayPal in Pakistan
Feature | Payoneer | PayPal (Unofficial) |
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Available in PK | β Yes | β No (Workarounds only) |
Direct Bank Link | β Yes | β Difficult |
Legal to Use | β 100% | β Not recommended |
AdSense & Amazon | β Supported | β With US PayPal |
Ease of Use | ββββ | ββ |
π Verdict: Payoneer is legal, reliable, and safer for Pakistani users.
π¬ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Is Payoneer free to use in Pakistan?
Yes, account creation and bank withdrawals are free (minor currency conversion applies).
Q2: Can I link Payoneer to Fiverr or Upwork?
Yes, both officially support Payoneer for freelancer payouts.
Q3: Is a bank account necessary?
Yes, to withdraw your funds in PKR, a Pakistani bank account is required.
Q4: Can I open a Payoneer account under 18?
No. You must be 18+ to legally register.
Q5: What if I enter the wrong information?
It may lead to rejection or withdrawal issues. Always use real & verifiable details.
My Final Thoughts:
If youβre working online or planning to earn through freelancing, blogging, affiliate marketing, or e-commerce, then Payoneer is your best legal, secure, and free option in Pakistan.
Sign up now and get paid from anywhere in the world β directly into your local bank account.