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Mercado Pago

Mercado Pago is a payment platform operated by Mercado Libre. It lets people send and receive payments using an email address or mobile number linked to their account, and is widely used across Latin America.

What countries are available for Mercado Pago?

Mercado Pago is available in Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, Chile, Colombia, Peru, and Uruguay.

What currencies are available for Mercado Pago?

Mercado Pago supports ARS, BRL, MXN, CLP, COP, PEN, and UYU. Each account uses the currency of its country.

What is the maximum trading duration for Mercado Pago?

The maximum trade time is 1 day. Mercado Pago transfers are generally quick.

What is the maximum XMR limit for a Mercado Pago trade?

12 XMR

Is Mercado Pago a payment method that can be signed?

No, Mercado Pago accounts do not require signing.

How do I set up a Mercado Pago account?

Create an account through the Mercado Pago website or app. An account in a supported country is required.

How do I add Mercado Pago as a payment method in Haveno?

  • Go to the top menu in Haveno and select Account.
  • Select Traditional Currency Accounts.
  • Click Add new account.
  • Select Mercado Pago.
  • Enter your account holder name and email address or mobile number, and select your country. The currency is set from the country.
  • Optionally set a custom account name to help you manage multiple accounts. This is visible only to you, for example: Mercado Pago - ARS - Juan Pérez.
  • Click Save new account.

You can add a separate account for each Mercado Pago account you hold. Make sure all details are correct before saving.

How do I buy XMR with my Mercado Pago account?

You can buy XMR with Mercado Pago in two ways:

  • Make an offer to buy XMR on the market for your currency.
  • Take an offer to buy XMR on the market for your currency.

When the trade begins, Haveno provides the XMR seller's Mercado Pago details. Send the payment and confirm by clicking Payment sent. Once the seller confirms receipt, your security deposit and purchased XMR become available in your wallet.

Warning

Send payment only to the email address or mobile number provided in the XMR seller's Haveno account.

How do I sell XMR with my Mercado Pago account?

You can sell XMR with Mercado Pago in two ways:

  • Make an offer to sell XMR on the market for your currency.
  • Take an offer to sell XMR on the market for your currency.

When the trade begins, Haveno provides your Mercado Pago details to the XMR buyer. After you receive the payment, confirm by clicking Payment received. The buyer then receives their XMR and you receive your security deposit back.

Warning

Confirm that the payment is received from the email address or mobile number provided in the XMR buyer's Haveno account.

Are there any limits for me to be aware of when using my Mercado Pago account?

Mercado Pago may set transaction and account limits that vary by country. Check the limits that apply to your account, since trades above them may need to be cancelled.

Are there any fees for me to be aware of when using my Mercado Pago account?

Sending money between Mercado Pago accounts is generally free. Some transfers and withdrawals may carry a fee. Check the current fees for your country.

How does dispute resolution work when trading with Mercado Pago?

If a dispute occurs, the arbitrator may ask the buyer to provide information showing that they paid the correct amount to the XMR seller within the correct time frame.

The arbitrator may ask the seller to provide information to prove their account details are correct, or to show whether a payment was late or of the wrong amount.

For more information see Dispute Resolution.