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Under 18s and PayPal

We have a 16 year old who has just opened a bank account and is still studying. We have seen his bank statement and it gives a deduction stating Paypal. Our 16 year old says that people under 18 years old open Paypal accounts online all of the time and lie about their age! What are the consequences, if any, of a minor doing this remembering that we do not condone this?

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  • Lokolo
    Lokolo Posts: 20,861 Forumite
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    I did it and it was fine. But obviously I never condone this! Lying and all that ;)
  • pcombo
    pcombo Posts: 3,429 Forumite
    Well the worst that can happen is paypal suspend the account. It's not like the police are going to come and visit.
  • KingElvis
    KingElvis Posts: 4,100 Forumite
    Expect a visit from the Gestapo or SS soon.
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