(From the Paypal web site)
How Do Recipients Get the Money?
Sending money with PayPal is fast, secure, and convenient for recipients.
- They will get an instant email or text notification prompting them to log in to PayPal to get the money.
- If they don’t have a PayPal account, they can sign up for a new account in minutes by following instructions included with their notification.
- Next, they can withdraw money you send using one of the options listed below:
Recipients in the United States can withdraw money you send using one of the following options:
- Spend the money online at thousands of stores that accept PayPal
- Transfer it to their local bank account (takes 3-5 days)
- Request a check (costs $1.50 and takes about 7 days)
- If they have a PayPal debit card, they can use it to access the money you sent