PayPal Fee Calculators by Country 2025 - US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia
Calculate PayPal fees for any country. Country-specific fee calculators for United States, United Kingdom, Europe, Canada, and Australia.
PayPal Fee Calculators by Country
PayPal fees vary significantly between countries. Use our country-specific calculators for accurate fee calculations:
United States
3.49% + $0.49
PayPal.com fees for US sellers. Includes checkout, card, and QR code rates.
United Kingdom
2.9% + £0.30
PayPal UK fees including EEA and international rates.
Europe (Eurozone)
2.99% + €0.39
PayPal fees for Germany, France, and other EU countries.
Canada
2.9% + C$0.30
PayPal Canada fees including US and international rates.
Australia
2.9% + A$0.30
PayPal Australia fees including GST and international rates.
PayPal Fee Comparison by Country
| Country | Standard Rate | Fixed Fee | International | QR Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 3.49% | $0.49 | +1.5% | 2.29% |
| United Kingdom | 2.9% | £0.30 | +1.29-1.99% | 1.5% |
| Europe (EUR) | 2.99% | €0.39 | +0-1.99% | 0.9% |
| Canada | 2.9% | C$0.30 | +0.8-1% | 1.9% |
| Australia | 2.9% | A$0.30 | +1% | 1.2% |
💡 PayPal Fee Tips
- QR code transactions have the lowest fees - great for in-person sales
- Friends & Family payments are free domestically (but not for goods/services)
- Currency conversion adds 3-4% on top of transaction fees
- Charities can apply for reduced rates (typically 1-2%)
- PayPal Here/Zettle for in-person card payments
When to Use PayPal vs Other Options
- PayPal is great for: International sales, buyer trust, protection for both parties
- Consider alternatives for: High-volume local sales (Stripe, Square), very low value items
- Use with marketplaces: Grailed, Depop (where PayPal is built-in), and Facebook Marketplace
PayPal Fee Types Explained
PayPal Checkout (3.49% US)
The standard rate when buyers pay through PayPal checkout on your website or invoice. Includes PayPal, Venmo, and Pay Later options.
Standard Card Payments (2.99% US)
Slightly lower rate for direct credit/debit card payments without PayPal account.
QR Code Payments (2.29% US)
Lowest rate, intended for in-person transactions via QR code display.
Micropayments
Higher percentage (4.99-5%) but lower fixed fee - better for transactions under $10-12.
Friends & Family
No fees for domestic transfers, but not allowed for goods/services - violates PayPal terms and removes buyer/seller protection.
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