Understanding PayPal Fees

What Are PayPal Fees?

PayPal is a widely used platform for processing online payments, and like many services, it charges a fee for transactions. These fees can vary depending on the type of transaction, whether it's domestic or international, and even whether you're a nonprofit organization.

Domestic Transaction Fees

For online transactions within the same country, PayPal typically charges 2.9% of the total amount plus a fixed fee of $0.30. For nonprofit organizations, the rate is lower at 2.2% plus $0.30.

International Transaction Fees

For international payments, the fee is higher at 4.4% of the total amount plus a fixed fee of $0.30. Nonprofits benefit from a reduced fee rate for international transactions as well, set at 3.7%.

Micropayments

Micropayments, which are smaller transactions typically under $10, have their own fee structure. For example, domestic micropayments incur a 5% fee plus a fixed fee of $0.05, while international micropayments are charged 6.5% plus $0.05.

Why Use a PayPal Fee Calculator?

Using a PayPal fee calculator can help you understand exactly how much you'll be charged for a transaction and how much you will receive after the fees are deducted. By entering the transaction amount and selecting the appropriate fee type, the calculator provides an easy way to calculate the fees in real-time.