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Payments via invoice being declined

Payments via Invoice Being Declined: Navigating Through the Challenges

Hello to the PayPal Community,

I hope this message finds you well. I am addressing an issue that is increasingly impacting our business operations and wondering if anyone has some insights or advice on how to tackle this. Several of our customers have informed us that they are encountering difficulties when attempting to make payments via the invoice link that is provided. This situation is posing a significant challenge for us as business transactions are being held up due to these payment issues.

The first instance of decline that we are seeing is associated with a message warning that the transaction was “declined to comply with international regulations.” This is particularly baffling as our business and our customers are all based in Australia. Given that there are no international boundaries involved, it’s unclear what specific regulation is causing the issue.

The second issue reported is more straightforward but no less problematic. A customer has tried to use their credit card but found it didn’t work as a payment method – simply put, the credit card was rejected.

As we navigate this complex issue, we are seeking to understand the root causes of these payment failures. Could it be related to a technical glitch within PayPal’s system? Or perhaps there’s an issue with the verification of payment methods or the fraud detection algorithms being overly cautious?

In attempting to resolve this, we’ve reviewed our account settings and ensured all necessary details are accurate and up-to-date, but the issue persists. We have made sure that our PayPal account is in good standing, which it appears to be. Yet, customers continue to face difficulties in completing transactions.

Considering these scenarios, I would appreciate any advice or experiences from the community. Have others faced similar issues and found a solution? Are there any updates or changes we should be aware of regarding PayPal’s payment procedures? Any clues or experiences shared can be extremely helpful in resolving these payment hiccups we’re encountering.

Thank you in advance for any insights and solutions shared. We are dedicated to providing a smooth payment process for our clients and look forward to your help in making that a reality.

Best,
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