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Paypal Fee Calculator

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Paypal Fee Calculator Guidelines

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How to Use the PayPal Fee Calculator

  • Step 1: Enter the transaction amount in the desired currency.
  • Step 2: Select the transaction type (e.g., domestic, international, micropayment, or mass payout).
  • Step 3: Indicate if a currency conversion applies.
  • Step 4: Click Calculate to see a breakdown of the PayPal fee and the final amount you’ll receive.
  • Optional: Use advanced settings to simulate cross-border or high-volume scenarios.

Paypal Fee Calculator Description

Understanding PayPal Fees

PayPal applies various fees depending on transaction type, country, currency, and account type. Our calculator is designed to help you understand all these variables and calculate accurate results.

Standard Fee Structure

  • Domestic Transactions: Typically 2.9% + $0.30
  • International Transactions: 4.4% + fixed currency-based fee
  • Currency Conversion: Additional 3–4% markup on exchange rate

Formula

Fee = (Percentage Rate × Transaction Amount) + Fixed Fee

Common Use Cases

  • Micropayments (< $10): Fee may be 5% + $0.05
  • High-Volume Transactions (> $10,000): Custom merchant rates may apply
  • Mass Payouts: Flat $0.25 per recipient
  • Refunds: PayPal retains the fixed fee
  • Nonprofit Donations: Reduced or waived fees via Giving Fund

Real-World Examples

Case 1: Freelance Developer (Domestic)

Sarah receives $1,000 from a US client.

  • Fee: (0.029 × 1000) + 0.30 = $29.30
  • Net Received: $970.70

Case 2: International eCommerce Sale

A UK seller gets $500 from a Canadian customer.

  • Fee: (0.044 × 500) + 0.30 = $22.30
  • With 3.5% currency conversion, additional $17.85 deducted

Take control of your bottom line—use the calculator now and make smarter financial decisions with every transaction.

Example Calculation

Transaction AmountTransaction TypeFeeReceived Amount
$100Domestic$3.20$96.80
$500International$22.30$477.70
$5Micropayment$0.30$4.70
$10,000High-Volume Domestic$290.30$9,709.70
$200Mass Payout$0.25$199.75

Frequently Asked Questions

Simply enter your transaction amount, select the transaction type, and choose your currency.

Typically 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction, though this can vary depending on account type and volume.

Yes, our calculator supports both domestic and international transactions, including cross-border fee considerations.

Yes. PayPal no longer refunds the fixed fee portion of a transaction after a refund is issued.

Yes. Micropayment fee structures apply to transactions typically under $10, with higher percentage rates and lower fixed fees.

PayPal typically applies a 3%–4% currency conversion margin on top of wholesale exchange rates.

Mass payments through PayPal Payouts are charged $0.25 per recipient, regardless of the transaction amount.

Use our calculator to input the transaction details and instantly see how much you’ll receive after all PayPal fees are applied.

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