Error Code: i2501 - Can't add payment method or upgrade account

[Thoosa]

The safest way for me previously has been using PayPal to buy crysta or buying a game time card (if renewing)

[Parms]

The safest way for me previously has been using PayPal to buy crysta or buying a game time card (if renewing)

Hehe, that would work if it would let me buy Crysta :P

[Sailivel]

Im having the same issue,very annoying for them to instantly flag new accounts without a way to lift the restrictions

[Ariellendera]

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