eBay Seller Fees Calculator UK
Fee Breakdown
Final Value Fee-
Regulatory Operating Fee (0.6%)-
Per-Order Fee-
Total eBay Fees-
Your Profit-
eBay UK Final Value Fees by Category 2025/26
| Category | Final Value Fee | £50 Item Fee | £100 Item Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Most Categories | 12.8% | £6.40 | £12.80 |
| Clothing & Shoes | 14.6% | £7.30 | £14.60 |
| Books/Media/Games | 10% | £5.00 | £10.00 |
| Musical Instruments | 7% | £3.50 | £7.00 |
Final value fees apply to sale price plus shipping. Additional 0.6% regulatory operating fee and £0.30 per-order fee apply to all categories.
eBay Fee Summary
Standard FVF
12.8%
Regulatory Fee
0.6%
Per-Order Fee
£0.30
Free Listings/Month
1,000
Extra Listing Fee
£0.35
International FVF
+1.5%
How to Use This Calculator
1
Enter the sale price
Input the final selling price of your item excluding any shipping charges.
2
Add shipping charges
Enter what you charge the buyer for shipping. eBay charges fees on this amount too.
3
Select category
Choose your item category as final value fee percentages differ by category.
4
Enter item cost
Input what you paid for the item to calculate your actual profit after all fees.
5
Review fee breakdown
See the final value fee, regulatory fee, per-order fee and your net profit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are eBay final value fees UK?
eBay charges a final value fee (FVF) on the total sale amount including shipping. The standard rate is 12.8% for most categories but varies from 7% to 14.6%. There is also a 0.6% regulatory operating fee and £0.30 per-order fee.
Are eBay fees charged on shipping?
Yes, eBay charges final value fees on the total amount paid by the buyer including shipping costs. This is why some sellers use free shipping and build the cost into the item price.
How many free listings do I get?
Private sellers get up to 1,000 free listings per month. Beyond that, each listing costs £0.35. eBay Store subscribers get additional free listings depending on their subscription level.
When does eBay take payment?
With eBay Managed Payments, eBay processes the buyer payment and sends funds to your bank account. Payouts are typically initiated 1-2 business days after the buyer pays or the item is delivered.
How can I reduce eBay fees?
Use eBay Store subscriptions for lower FVF rates on high-volume selling. Offer free returns (you get a reduced FVF). List in categories with lower fee rates where applicable.
Official Sources & References
Data verified against official sources. Last checked April 2026.