Frequently Asked Questions
When organising a group excursion or event which requires a division of payments amongst several parties, it is a complete headache for the organiser to collect all the money and ensure that everyone pays their full amount. MatePay is the answer!
- How do I create an event?
- To create an event click here.
Step 1 - Give your event a name e.g. Nobby's Tour of Dublin
Step 2 - Enter a tagline e.g. It's his last weekend of freedom and we want to do it in style!
Step 3 - Enter proposed dates (this is flexible - things change!)
Step 4 - Import a photo (optional)
Step 5 - Invite your friends

- To create an event click here.
- Why do I need to pay a deposit?
- The only cost to MatePay is the deposit and this is kept to a minimal amount to cover the administration costs. MatePay is a service and therefore a charge must be made.
- Calculating who owes what
- The online calculator does this for you. Simply enter the data and away you go. View the online calculator
- How do I set up a Paypal account?
- Not a Paypal user? Click here to set up an account (www.paypal.co.uk) and then follow the steps.
- Viewing payment statuses
- As event organiser, you will have full access to all guest's payment progress and, if you wish, you can make this information available to everyone else! Should you require a certain sum from everyone by a certain date e.g. to secure flights, then you simply send a group email out asking them to do so.
- What happens when all the guests pay the full amount needed for the event?
- Once all money has been transferred to your personal Paypal Account; it is your responsibility to transfer the money to pay your tour operator, flights etc.
- Sign in to my account
- To sign in to your account Click here
- I've forgotten my password
- If you have forgotten your password, click here and enter your email address. Your password will be emailed to you.
- I have paid my money now what?
- Once your individual fee has been paid into the group leader's Paypal account, you can relax and look forward to your trip!
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