Kickstart POE and get into the game!

The timer and beta friend keys only go so far, however GGG has introduced pre-purchase packages that implement the store, giving you not only game credits for use to buy current and future account augmentations, but also come with one or more free keys.

Go here to learn more: https://www.pathofexile.com/purchase/

If the current payment methods do not work for you, and you live in Europe or (possibly other places without access to paypal) please visit http://www.pathofexile.com/forum/view-thread/27294 and tell them where you are from and what payment methods are most accessible for you.