1. What is the eBay Fee Calculator?

The eBay Fee Calculator helps sellers estimate the fees they'll pay when selling items on eBay UK in 2025. It calculates the total fee based on the item's sale price, the applicable percentage rate, and any fixed fees.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the eBay fee formula:

Where:

• \( Amount \) — The final sale price of the item (GBP)
• \( Rate \) — The percentage fee rate applied by eBay
• \( Fixed \) — Any fixed fees charged by eBay

Explanation: The calculator multiplies the sale amount by the percentage rate (converted to decimal) and adds any fixed fees to determine the total selling fee.

3. Importance of Fee Calculation

Details: Accurate fee calculation is crucial for eBay sellers to determine their profit margins, set appropriate prices, and understand their selling costs.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the item's sale amount in GBP, the applicable percentage rate, and any fixed fees. All values must be valid (non-negative numbers).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What fees does eBay charge in the UK?
A: eBay UK typically charges a final value fee (percentage of sale price) plus a fixed fee per order. Rates vary by category.

Q2: Are there additional fees beyond what this calculator shows?
A: Yes, there may be listing fees, international fees, or payment processing fees not included in this basic calculation.

Q3: How often do eBay fees change?
A: eBay typically updates its fee structure annually, so check for the latest rates each year.

Q4: Can I get lower fees on eBay?
A: eBay sometimes offers reduced fees for store subscribers or during promotional periods.

Q5: Does this calculator include VAT?
A: No, this calculates the base fees. Remember that VAT may apply to eBay's fees in the UK.