How Mercari fees work
10% of the item price plus the shipping the buyer pays, with no separate payment processing fee for listings created or edited since 6 January 2025.
- Instant Pay transfers cost $3; standard direct deposit is free.
You receive = sale price + shipping the buyer pays − Mercari fees Profit = you receive − item cost − postage you pay − other costs Margin = profit ÷ (sale price + shipping charged)
Source: Mercari: selling fees. Fees checked against Mercari's official fee page on 28 September 2026. Sales tax collected by the platform is passed on to the tax authority and isn't counted as your money.
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Questions
How much does Mercari take from a sale?
10% of the item price plus the shipping the buyer pays, with no separate payment processing fee for listings created or edited since 6 January 2025.
What do I keep from a $45.00 sale on Mercari?
With $8.00 shipping charged and the standard option, the fees are $5.30 and you receive $47.70. After a $12.00 item cost, $8.00 postage and $1.00 packaging, the profit is $26.70.
Is this calculator made by Mercari?
No. It's an independent calculator. Mercari is a trademark of its owner. Fees can differ by category, account and promotions, so check a real sale's fee breakdown.