Getting Started
- Start getting paid on eBay2 min article
Getting paid for items you’ve sold on eBay is simple. Your buyers can choose from a range of payment methods, eBay manages the end-to-end payments process, and you receive your funds directly in your bank account.
- Registering as a seller4 min article
When you register as an eBay seller, we'll confirm your identity, bank account details for payouts, and business details if applicable.
- Updating your bank account details for payouts2 min article
As an eBay seller, you’ll receive your payouts in your linked bank account. If your bank account details aren't up to date, or if you want to receive payouts to a different account, you'll need to update your bank account details from the Payments tab in Seller Hub, or from Payments in My eBay.
- Managing your contact information1 min article
As an eBay seller, your personal information needs to be correct and up to date so you can receive your payouts. If you change your phone number, postal address, or email address, or if any of the details we have for you are incorrect, you'll need to update your personal information.
Fees and Reporting
- Fees for private sellers20 min article
We charge a listing fee when you create a listing, and a final value fee when your item sells. Other fees may apply if you add upgrades to your listing, or if your item sells or ships to a buyer in a different country.
- Fees for business sellers16 min article
We charge two main types of fees when you sell on eBay - a listing fee (also known as an insertion fee) and a final value fee when your item sells. For a monthly subscription, you can also run your own eBay Shop. The fees and benefits for shops vary depending on the type of subscription you choose.
- Fees for selling vehicles on eBay Motors4 min article
The fees for listing and selling a vehicle on eBay Motors are different to those in other categories, but the overall structure is the same. We charge a listing fee (also known as an insertion fee) when you create your listing and a final value fee when your vehicle is sold. You'll also pay fees for any optional listing upgrades and supplemental services you use.
- Reconciling your eBay sales transactions4 min article
When managing your business, it’s important to have access to all your sales and transaction information. eBay provides a detailed, end-to-end breakdown of all your selling activity, so you can make sure your internal records are accurate and up to date.
- Taxes and import charges2 min article
When you sell on eBay, you're responsible for complying with all applicable tax laws. If you ship a package internationally, you should inform them about the potential import charges they'll need to pay when they receive their item. The import charges are usually due once the package arrives in the destination country. In certain countries, and in line with local legislation, eBay will collect import taxes from buyers. In these cases, eBay will display the taxes to the buyer at checkout.
Getting Paid
- Getting paid for items you've sold3 min article
Getting paid for items you've sold on eBay is simple. Your buyers can choose from many payment methods, and you'll receive your payouts directly in your bank account. You can track all of your payouts in the Payments tab in My eBay.
- Setting up and changing your payment method for fees and selling costs3 min article
Your fees and other selling costs are automatically deducted from your sales proceeds. However, you’ll need to set up a valid payment method to cover your selling costs in case your sales proceeds are insufficient. A valid payment method includes a debit or credit card, or a linked payout bank account.
- Payments on hold3 min article
We know it's important that you receive your money as quickly as possible. However, we may sometimes need to put a hold on your funds due to your selling history or performance, or to address disputes. This helps us keep eBay a safe marketplace for buyers and sellers.
- Using the Payments tab in Seller Hub3 min article
The Payments tab in Seller Hub helps you keep track of all the payouts you receive from your eBay transactions.
Refunds and Disputes
- Refunding buyers2 min article
Refunding your buyer as a seller is simple. Refunds can be issued by you, or by eBay.
- Handling payment disputes3 min article
Your buyer may open a dispute with their payment institution if they believe there’s an issue with their order. Learn how to handle a payment dispute as an eBay seller.