Does PayPal charge for international transactions
Yes, PayPal charges for international transactions, including sending money, receiving payments across borders, and currency conversions.
- Sending Personal Money: Typically, it costs 5% of the transaction amount, capped at 4.99 USD or regional equivalent. An extra fee applies if funded by a credit or debit card.
- Receiving Business Payments: International transactions often incur a higher rate than domestic sales, adding a ~1.5% cross-border fee plus a fixed fee based on currency.
- Currency Conversion Markup: PayPal adds a markup of about 3% to 4% above the wholesale exchange rate for currency conversions.
- Skydo: Skydo, an RBI-authorised platform, facilitates receiving payments from international clients for Indian freelancers, exporters, and small businesses.