Selling Sneakers on eBay: Fees for US, UK, CA, AU
Definition
Selling sneakers (Athletic Shoes or Trainers) on eBay offers special fee rates when items are priced above certain thresholds. In the US, CA, and AU, sneakers priced at $150/$100 or more qualify for an 8% Final Value Fee with waived fixed fees. In the UK, trainers priced at £100 or more also qualify for 8% but still pay the £0.30 fixed fee.
How It Works
Scope: This guide compares sneaker selling fees across US, UK, CA, and AU regions. Last updated: 2026-01-05. Rule: Sneakers sold above the $100/£100 threshold typically qualify for a reduced 8% Final Value Fee and will benefit from Store subscription discounts.
The threshold and fixed fee rules vary by region. In the US and AU, the threshold is $150; in CA, it's $100 CAD; in the UK, it's £100. When the threshold is met, the Final Value Fee drops to 8% and fixed fees are typically waived (except in the UK where the £0.30 fixed fee remains).
| Region | Category Name | Threshold | Rate (Below Threshold) | Rate (At/Above Threshold) | Fixed Fee (Below) | Fixed Fee (Above) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US | Athletic Shoes | $150 | 13.6% (non-Store) / 12.7% (Store) | 8% | $0.30/$0.40 | Waived |
| UK | Trainers | £100 | 12.8% (non-Store) / 11.9% (Store) | 8% | £0.30 | £0.30 |
| CA | Athletic Shoes | $100 CAD | 13.65% (non-Store) / 12.95% (Store) | 8% | $0.30/$0.40 | Waived |
| AU | Athletic Shoes | $150 AUD | 13.4% (non-Store) / 12.2% (Store) | 8% | $0.30/$0.40 | Waived |
All rates include regulatory fees (0.35% US, 0.42% UK, 0.4% CA). AU rates are calculated on amounts including GST. UK Private sellers pay 0% Final Value Fees regardless of price, but this guide focuses on Business sellers and the special sneaker rates.
Examples
Example 1: US - Athletic Shoes at $200
- Item sold: $200
- Shipping: $15
- Sales tax: $16
- Total: $231
- Final Value Fee (8%): $18.48
- Fixed fee: Waived
- Total fees: $18.48
Example 2: UK - Trainers at £120 (Business Seller)
- Item sold: £120
- Shipping: £10
- Total: £130
- Final Value Fee (8%): £10.40
- Regulatory Fee (0.42%): £0.55
- Fixed fee: £0.30
- Total fees: £11.25
Example 3: CA - Athletic Shoes at $80 CAD (Below Threshold)
- Item sold: $80 CAD
- Shipping: $10
- Sales tax: $10.40
- Total: $100.40
- Final Value Fee (13.65%): $13.70
- Fixed fee: $0.40
- Total fees: $14.10
For more detailed fee information, visit the FeeWise hub or read our eBay US selling fees guide.
FAQ
Q: What's the threshold for the 8% rate?
A: The threshold varies by region: $150 in the US and AU, $100 CAD in Canada, and £100 in the UK.
Q: Are fixed fees waived when I hit the threshold?
A: Yes, in the US, CA, and AU, fixed fees are waived when sneakers meet the price threshold. In the UK, the £0.30 fixed fee still applies even at the 8% rate.
Q: Do UK Private sellers get the 8% rate?
A: UK Private sellers pay 0% Final Value Fees on most categories, so the 8% rate doesn't apply. The 8% rate is for Business sellers.
Q: Does the 8% rate include regulatory fees?
A: The 8% Final Value Fee is the base rate. Regulatory fees (0.35% US, 0.42% UK, 0.4% CA) are included in the standard rates shown, but the 8% rate itself is separate.
Q: Can I get the 8% rate with a Store subscription?
A: Yes, the 8% rate applies to both Store and non-Store sellers when the price threshold is met. Store subscribers may have lower rates below the threshold.
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