What does the PayPal fee calculator do?

It shows how much you receive after PayPal transaction fees, or how much you need to send to receive a set amount.

Does it use the standard fee structure?

Yes. It applies PayPal's standard fee structure to give you a quick estimate before you send or request money.

Yes, it is free with no signup.

See how much you get after fees — or how much you need to send to receive a set amount. A simple PayPal fee calculation.

Calculation mode

I am sending this amount — how much will be received?

I want to receive this amount — how much must I send?

Amount

Transaction type

Fixed fee (currency units)

Different currencies have different fixed fees — change it to match your currency.

Choose whether you are sending an amount or want to receive a fixed amount.
Enter the amount and pick the transaction type (domestic, international, micropayment, or friends & family).
Adjust the fixed fee if your currency uses a different one, then click Calculate Fee.
The table shows the fee, what is received, and what must be sent.

Use the 'receive' mode when pricing client work, so the fee does not eat into your quote.
Fees differ by transaction type — pick the one that matches your payment before relying on the number.
If you invoice regularly, add the fee on top of your price instead of absorbing it.