How to Link PayPal to a Nintendo Account
Description:
Instructions on linking an existing PayPal account to a Nintendo Account.
Additional Information:
This option is currently available to customers who are 18 years or older.
You can create a PayPal account through www.paypal.com, then link the account via Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch or the Nintendo website.
Once linked, PayPal can be used for the following types of digital purchases:
Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch – Add Nintendo eShop funds and purchase Nintendo Switch software.
Nintendo website – Purchase Nintendo Switch software.
Complete These Steps:
Select “PayPal” as the payment method when adding funds or purchasing software.
This option is only available to Nintendo Account owners in the available countries mentioned above who are aged 18 years or older.
When purchasing a game, this option will only appear if you do not currently have sufficient funds to complete the purchase.
