The fake PayPal email below asking potential victims to call the telephone numbers in it due to some fictitious PayPal merchant account creation, is a scam. The fraudulent email is being sent by scammers attempting to trick recipients into calling them at the fake customer support numbers, linked to a call center operated by the scammers.
The Fraudlent Email Message
Sent: Monday, July 13, 2026 at 05:43:22 AM MST
Subject: Your Invoice has been paid
PayPal
Welcome to the Business Community
Hey
Thank you for joining PayPal. Your Merchant account has been created and verified successfully.
We’re excited to help you manage your financial activity with ease.
Account Overview
Created On: Monday, July 13, 2026 ({cst)}
Invoice No: #52072911
Reference Id: 61303YLN-871WYN437
Email Registered:
Wallet Id: KSPWJ-9110D-781X3-VSJER-G3KN9
Verification Status: Completed
A setup charge of $255.77 has been processed and will appear on your bank statement soon. This fee supports system maintenance and account activation.
Benefits include:
- Secure transfers and transactions
- Instant payment processing
- In-depth reporting features
Didn’t authorize this account? Contact us immediately for assistance.
Sending Smiles,
PayPal Merchant
+1 (831)266-9216
+1 (810)282-1290
If you receive the fraudulent email message, do not call the fake customer support telephone number in it. Just delete the email.
If You Have Already Called the Number
If you have already called any of the fake support number and gave the scammers your banking information, contact your bank for help and change your account passwords.