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Selling abroad on eBay without paying the international fee
eBay International Shipping removes the international fee on eligible listings. What that saves private and business sellers, with worked examples.

eBay's currency conversion charge rises to 2.75% on 1 December
From 1 December 2026, UK sellers pay 2.75% when eBay converts money for items listed or sold on other eBay sites. Who it affects and what to check.

eBay UK fees explained for private and business sellers
What eBay charges private sellers and business sellers in the UK, with worked examples, so you know your costs before you list.

The per-order fee: why cheap items cost more to sell on eBay
Business sellers pay a fixed fee on every order. On low-priced items it takes a big share of the sale, so check the maths before you list.

How to price an item on eBay so you at least break even
Work out the lowest price you can sell for without losing money, once eBay fees, VAT and postage are all included.

Selling second-hand goods on eBay as a VAT-registered business: the Margin Scheme
If you are VAT registered and resell second-hand goods, the VAT Margin Scheme can mean VAT on your margin rather than the whole sale price. Here is what that is worth.

Selling abroad as a VAT-registered eBay seller
A VAT-registered business can keep more profit on sales to buyers outside the UK. Here is why, with figures, and what you need to keep on file.