Hello @Temp20221203b,
Thanks for joining the PayPal Community!
I'm sorry to hear you were asked to pay a fee to receive money. Through PayPal, you will never be required to pay any upfront fees to receive a payment. You only need to ensure your email address and phone number are confirmed. However, I also recommend verifying your account if you're new to PayPal. You can learn more about sending and receiving payments, as well as information about the fees we do charge on our Help Center. I also recommend visiting this article for more information on common scams: What are common scams and how do I spot them? We are unable to offer seller protection until a transaction has been completed, and for this reason, we do not recommend sending an item or providing a service until you receive the payment.
I hope this information helps!
- Meghan
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