Receive PayPal SMS in South Africa
Price rank
#13
of 181 countries for PayPal
Number format
+27
+27 mobile, single-use
Live price comparison
5
savings shown vs the best live competitor price (4 providers tracked)
Live price comparison
live| Provider | Price | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 2FASMSusbest price | $0.072 | |
| Hero SMS | $0.10 | +$0.028 |
| Grizzly SMS | $0.10 | +$0.028 |
| SMSBower | $0.48 | +$0.41 |
| SMS-Man | $3.46 | +$3.39 |
Prices fetched from public rates of each provider. We show them even when a competitor is cheaper. · Prices checked 2026-08-29 09:04 UTC
About PayPal numbers in South Africa
PayPal asks for a phone number at signup and sends a 6-digit code to confirm it — but it also re-sends SMS codes on later logins and security checks. Use a one-time number to open the account, then replace it in settings with a number you keep, or you risk locking yourself out. Match the number's country to the account's country.
South Africa numbers are issued in the +27 mobile format and can receive SMS from 1116 services. For PayPal, this country currently ranks 13 of 181 available countries by price.
How it works
1Pick service & countryThe cheapest available number is reserved for you instantly.
2Use the numberEnter it in the app — the SMS code appears here in seconds.
3Copy the codeOne-time use. Not charged if no SMS arrives.
FAQ
How much does a PayPal number cost in South Africa?
At 2FASMS it costs $0.072 per received SMS. Prices update continuously based on live availability. Among the 181 countries available for PayPal, South Africa currently ranks 13 by price.
Does it really work with PayPal?
Yes — these are real mobile numbers in South Africa able to receive the PayPal verification SMS. If the code does not arrive, you are not charged.
Can I reuse the number?
No. Each number is single-use to protect your privacy. For another verification, get a fresh number.