How to Add Payoneer Payments to Your Shopify Store
If you’re running a Shopify store and want to easily accept international payments, integrating Payoneer is an excellent solution, especially for those operating outside the US or collaborating with global suppliers. In this guide, we’ll walk you through connecting Payoneer to your Shopify store step by step, while also sharing important tips, alternatives, and how to manage payouts.
What is Payoneer?
Payoneer is a global payment platform that allows users to send, receive, and withdraw payments in various currencies. It’s particularly popular among freelancers, e-commerce sellers, and international businesses looking to accept payments globally and withdraw them locally. For Shopify store owners, especially those in countries where Shopify Payments or PayPal may be limited, Payoneer serves as a reliable alternative for receiving payouts from supported payment gateways.
Creating Your Payoneer Account
Before connecting Payoneer to your Shopify store, start by creating an account at payoneer.com.
- Choose "Online Seller" as your account type.
- Enter your personal or business details.
- Provide your local bank information for withdrawals.
After your account is approved, log into your Payoneer account and navigate to the Global Payment Service section to find your receiving bank accounts in various currencies, such as USD, Euro, and GBP.
Setting Up Receiving Accounts
To connect Payoneer with Shopify, you’ll need to create receiving accounts:
- Go to the “Get Paid” section in your dashboard.
- Click on “Receiving Accounts” to set up accounts for different countries.
- Click on “Request New Account” and select the desired country (e.g., the USA).
- Confirm and submit your request to obtain local bank details.
How Shopify Payouts Work with Payoneer
Although you cannot add Payoneer directly as a payment gateway on Shopify, you can link it as the receiving bank for supported gateways like PayPal and Stripe. Here’s how:
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Linking Payoneer with PayPal:
- In your PayPal account, click on “Add Card or Bank.”
- Select “Link a Bank Account.”
- Insert the bank details from your Payoneer account, ensuring you’re using a U.S. bank account.
- Click “Link Your Bank Account.”
- Linking Payoneer with Stripe:
- If Stripe operates in your country, create a Stripe account.
- During setup, enter your Payoneer U.S. bank account details.
- Connect Stripe to your Shopify account.
Using Third-Party Payment Providers
Shopify supports over 100 payment providers. Some, like Payoneer Checkout and ToCheckout, allow you to add a Payoneer bank account for payouts. To do this:
- Navigate to your Shopify admin and click on “Settings.”
- Select “Payments.”
- Click on “Choose Provider” to see and add options that support Payoneer.
Managing Payouts and Withdrawals
Once your Shopify orders are processed and the funds are in your Payoneer account, you can:
- Withdraw to your local bank account.
- Request a Payoneer Mastercard for direct spending.
- Pay suppliers, freelancers, or transfer funds between different currency accounts within Payoneer.
Tips for Smooth Integration
For a smooth integration process, consider the following tips:
- Verify your Payoneer account and bank information for accuracy.
- Use a verified PayPal business or Stripe account to avoid limitations.
- Keep an eye on transaction and currency conversion fees.
- Conduct a test order to ensure everything works seamlessly.
- Reach out to Payoneer support for assistance with verification or account linking.
Alternatives if Shopify Payments Isn’t Available
If Shopify Payments is not supported in your country, Payoneer becomes even more valuable. You can rely on third-party gateways like PayPal or regional providers. This allows you to leverage Payoneer as a bridge between Shopify and your local financial ecosystem.
Conclusion
Adding Payoneer payments to your Shopify store may not be a direct integration, but it’s a feasible and reliable solution through supported payment gateways like PayPal and Stripe. This setup is ideal for international sellers, drop shippers, or freelancers operating Shopify stores from outside the US.
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