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eBay Selling Fees: Applicable Charges on individual Sellers, From Insertion Fees to Final Value Fees

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Successful eBay selling involves strategic planning beyond simply listing your items. A critical component of this strategy is a firm understanding of eBay’s selling fees. This knowledge ensures accurate pricing for optimal profit and helps you budget effectively, eliminating financial surprises or hidden fees that may occur after making a deal on eBay.

While eBay’s fee structure may initially appear complex, we will provide a clear and straightforward breakdown of the different types of fees involved. By the end, you will be equipped with the knowledge to confidently calculate these costs and maximize your earnings based on the category of your listing items or products.

Fees for Most Categories

Fees apply to most listings and categories on eBay are:

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Category Fees
Most Categories
  1. Insertion Fee: First 250 free/month, then $0.35/listing
  2. Final Value Fee: 13.25% up to $7,500/item + 2.35% over $7,500
Books, Magazines, Movies & TV, Music (excl. NFTs)
  1. Insertion Fee: First 250 free/month, then $0.35/listing
  2. Final Value Fee: 14.95% up to $7,500/item + 2.35% over $7,500
Coins & Paper Money > Bullion
  1. Insertion Fee: First 250 free/month, then $0.35/listing
  2. Final Value Fee: 13.25% ≤ $7,500/item; 7% > $7,500
Clothing, Shoes & Accessories > Women’s Bags & Handbags
  1. Insertion Fee: First 250 free/month, then $0.35/listing
  2. Final Value Fee: 15% ≤ $2,000/item; 9% > $2,000
Jewelry & Watches (excl. Parts & Accessories)
  1. Insertion Fee: First 250 free/month, then $0.35/listing
  2. Final Value Fee: 15% ≤ $5,000/item; 9% > $5,000
Jewelry & Watches > Watches, Parts & Accessories Insertion Fee: First 250 free/month, then $0.35/listing
Final Value Fee: 15% up to $1,000/item; 6.5% $1,000–$7,500; 3% over $7,500
Art > Art NFTs & Select Collectibles
  1. Insertion Fee: First 250 free/month, then $0.35/listing
  2. Final Value Fee: 5% on total sale amount
Select Business & Industrial Categories
  1. Insertion Fee: $20
  2. Final Value Fee: 3% up to $15,000/item; 0.5% over $15,000
Musical Instruments & Gear > Guitars & Basses
  1. Insertion Fee: Free
  2. Final Value Fee: 6.35% up to $7,500/item; 2.35% over $7,500
Select Clothing, Shoes & Accessories > Athletic Shoes
  1. Insertion Fee: Free if starting price ≥ $150
  2. Final Value Fee: 8% for sales ≥ $150 (No per-order fee); 13.25% for sales < $150

General Notes

  • Insertion Fees are waived for the first 250 listings each month across most categories, encouraging sellers to list more items.
  • Final Value Fees vary significantly by category, reflecting the differing values and sales dynamics of each type of item. These fees are calculated as a percentage of the total sale amount, including shipping and handling.

Special conditions apply for items with high starting prices or specific categories, reflecting eBay’s strategy to incentivize certain types of listings or accommodate the unique aspects of higher-value or niche markets.

Final Value Fees by Product Category

eBay’s final value fees by product category, indicating how these fees are applied for Individual Sellers based on the total sale amount, which includes the cost of the item, shipping, sales tax, and any other applicable fees:

Category Final Value Fee (% + Per Order Fee)
Most Categories 13.25% up to $7,500/item + 2.35% over $7,500
Sneakers Over $150 8% (No per-order fee charged)
Guitars & Basses 6.35% up to $7,500/item + 2.35% over $7,500
Trading Cards 13.25% up to $7,500/item + 2.35% over $7,500
Heavy Equipment 3% up to $15,000/item + 0.5% over $15,000
Books, Magazines, Movies & TV, Music (except Vinyl Records) 14.95% up to $7,500/item + 2.35% over $7,500
Bullion 13.25% for ≤ (up to) $7,500/item; 7% for > (above) $7,500
Most Jewelry & Watches (except Watches, Parts & Accessories) 15% for ≤ (up to) $5,000/item; 9% for > $5,000
Watches, Parts & Accessories 15% up to $1,000/item; 6.5% $1,000–$7,500; 3% over $7,500
NFTs 5% on the total sale amount
Women’s Bags & Handbags 15% for ≤ (up to) $2,000/item; 9% for > (above) $2,000

eBay also offers a variety of other fees, such as listing upgrades, shipping and handling fees, and payment processing fees. The total cost of selling an item on eBay will vary depending on the type of item, the selling price, and the applicable fees. Sellers can use eBay’s fee calculator to estimate the total cost of selling an item before they list it.

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Fees for Classified Ad Listing Format on eBay

Reward Points and Incentives Programs: Listings offering reward points, incentive programs, or similar benefits.

Category Fees
Business & Industrial
  1. Insertion Fee: $9.95
  2. Final Value Fee: None
  3. Details: Includes Modular & Pre-Fabricated Buildings, Trade Show Displays, Websites & Businesses for Sale
Specialty Services
  1. Insertion Fee: $9.95
  2. Final Value Fee: None
  3. Details: Broad category for specialized service offerings
Travel
  1. Insertion Fee: $9.95
  2. Final Value Fee: None
  3. Details: Excludes Lodging, Luggage, and Vintage Luggage & Travel Accs categories
Everything Else
  1. Insertion Fee: $9.95
  2. Final Value Fee: None
  3. Details: eBay User Tools, Funeral & Cemetery, Information Products, Reward Points and Incentives Programs

Key Points:

  • Insertion Fee: A flat fee of $9.95 is charged for a 30-day listing in the Classified Ad format.
  • Final Value Fee: There are no final value fees for Classified Ads, making it a cost-effective option for certain types of listings.
  • Categories: The Classified Ad format is available in specific categories, mainly aimed at business and industrial services, speciality services, travel services (with some exclusions), and a variety of unique offerings under “Everything Else.”

Fees for Real Estate listings on eBay

The fee structure applicable on eBay for listings of real estate, including residential homes, commercial properties, and even land:

1. Land, Manufactured, and Timeshare Homes

Listing Type Details
Auction-style
  • Duration: 1, 3, 5, 7, or 10 days
  • Insertion Fee: $35
  • Notice Fee: $35
  • Additional $1 for 1 and 3-day listings may apply
Auction-style or Fixed Price
  • Duration: 30-day or Good ‘Til Cancelled
  • Insertion Fee: $50
  • Notice Fee: $35
Classified Ad
  • Duration: 30-day or 90-day listing
  • Insertion Fee: $150 or $300 respectively
  • Notice Fee: $0

2. Commercial, Residential, and Other Real Estate

Listing Type Details
Auction-style
  • Duration: 1, 3, 5, 7, or 10 days
  • Insertion Fee: $100
  • Notice Fee: $0
  • Additional $1 for 1 and 3-day listings may apply
Auction-style or Fixed Price
  • Duration: 30-day or Good ‘Til Cancelled
  • Insertion Fee: $150
  • Notice Fee: $0
Classified Ad
  • Duration: 30-day or 90-day listing
  • Insertion Fee: $150 or $300 respectively
  • Notice Fee: $0

Important Points:

  • Insertion Fee: Charged for listing your property on eBay. This fee varies by the listing type, duration, and property category.
  • Notice Fee: A fee applied under certain conditions when your auction-style listing receives bids. It is not charged for Classified Ad listings, listings with no bids, or when no bids meet the reserve price (if applicable).
  • Optional Listing Upgrades: Additional fees for optional features to enhance your listing’s visibility, are not detailed here.
  • Real Estate Policy: Sellers are encouraged to review eBay’s Real Estate policy for comprehensive guidelines and rules applicable to listing properties.

Fees for optional listing upgrade

1. Auction-style Listings (1, 3, 5, 7, and 10-day duration)

Upgrade Details
1 or 3-day duration
  • Fee: $1.00
Bold
  • Fee: $2.00
  • Notes: Makes the listing title bold
Gallery Plus
  • Fee: $0.35
  • Notes: Free for Art, Antiques, Collectibles, Pottery & Glass Categories
List in two categories
  • Fee: Second category insertion fee
  • Notes: Fees apply again; higher final value fee if sold
Subtitle
  • Fee: $1.50 (for below or equal to the $150 start price)
    $3.00 (for the above $150 start price)
    $0.50 (Real Estate)
Reserve Price
  • Fee: $5.00 or 7.5% of reserve (max $250)
  • Notes: Minimum sale price must be met; fee charged regardless of sale
Reserve Price (Selected Business & Industrial categories)
  • Fee: $5.00
  • Notes: For specific heavy equipment and business listings
International Site Visibility
  • Fee: $0.10 for less than or equal to $9.99 start price)
    $0.20 ($10–$49.99 start price)
    $0.40 (equal to or above $50 start price)
  • Notes: Increases visibility on international eBay sites

2. Fixed Price Listings (Good ‘Til Cancelled)

Upgrade Details
Bold
  • Fee: $4.00
Gallery Plus
  • Fee: $1.00
  • Notes: Free for Art, Antiques, Collectibles, Pottery & Glass Categories
International Site Visibility
  • Fee: $0.50
List in two categories
  • Fee: Second category insertion fee
  • Notes: Fees apply again; higher final value fee if sold
Scheduled Listing
  • Fee: Free
  • Notes: Scheduling for future date and time
Subtitle
  • Fee: $2.00 (for less than or equal to $150 price)
    $6.00 (for greater than $150 price)
    $1.50 (Classified Ads and Real Estate)

3. Notes for Good ‘Til Cancelled listings

  • This also applies to Real Estate 30-day duration auction-style listings.
  • Insertion and optional listing upgrade fees are charged each time an item is automatically relisted.

Additional Tips:

  • Up to 24 photos with zoom and enlarge features are free.
  • Scheduling listings are free, except for Classified Ads, which cost $0.10.
  • Adding features like a subtitle or bold font can help your listings stand out, but it’s important to consider the cost versus the potential benefit.

Additional Final Value Fees

eBay’s additional final value fees, dispute fees, and international fees under various circumstances:

Circumstance Details
Buying or Selling Outside of eBay
  • Condition: Policy violation
  • Fee: Final Value Fee on Total Sale
  • Details: Charged based on the highest of auction start price, Buy It Now price, reserve price, or agreed price (auction-style or fixed price, respectively), even if not sold.
Sellers Not Meeting Performance Expectations
  • Condition: Account below minimum standards
  • Fee: Additional 6%
  • Details: Applied to final value fees for sales in the next calendar month. Does not affect Standard and eBay Top-rated Sellers.

  • Condition: ‘Item not as described’ rate Very High
  • Fee: Additional 5%
  • Details: Applied to final value fees for sales in the affected categories in the next calendar month.
Dispute Fee
  • Condition: Found responsible for a disputed amount
  • Fee: $20.00 per dispute
  • Details: Excludes sales tax, applied per dispute as per eBay policies.
International Fee
  • Condition: Delivery or buyer’s address outside the US (not using eBay International Shipping)
  • Fee: 1.65%
  • Details: Calculated on the total amount of the sale, automatically deducted from sales.

Key points to be noted:

  • Policy Violation: Encourages transactions to occur within eBay’s platform to ensure buyer and seller protection.
  • Performance Expectations: Motivates sellers to maintain high standards of service.
  • Dispute Fee: Imposed to handle disputes and chargebacks effectively.
  • International Fee: Encourages the use of eBay International Shipping by waiving the fee for users who opt for this service.

If you need any help regarding applicable seller fees, charges, and payments, contact the eBay customer support team through the available Contact page or get help from the help center.

For more information, you can read the seller fees policy and guidelines of eBay.

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