I can understand the problems, and it must be very frustrating. So far as PayPal is concerned, there are some companies, such as Guru.com, that will deposit directly into your account. And, they have an international process for payment, as well.
You are not alone in posting to job listings and not hearing from anyone. There are many US writers still waiting to hear back from editors and employers. Even though there is a sense of being alone in the freelancing world, there really are many others out there whom you are competing against.
Just keep plugging away and things will happen for you. Do you have friends who are also freelancers in the same situation as you find yourself?
Maybe others can share their experiences?