Mercari fees explained (2026): the 10% selling fee
Short answer: Mercari charges US sellers a 10% selling fee, with a $1 minimum. Listing is free, and listings created or updated since January 2025 have no separate payment processing fee.
The fees on a Mercari sale
- Selling fee: 10% of the sale, at least $1.
- Payment processing: none on current listings. The old 2.9% + $0.50 fee was removed in January 2025. Very old listings you have not updated may still carry it.
- Getting paid: direct deposit is free. Instant Pay costs $2 per transfer.
Sources differ on whether the 10% is charged on buyer-paid shipping. Check the fee line in your sale details to see how it was applied to your order.
What Mercari takes at different prices
Fee on the item price, shipping not included.
| Sale price | Mercari fee | You keep | % of sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| $5 | $1.00 | $4.00 | 20% |
| $25 | $2.50 | $22.50 | 10% |
| $50 | $5.00 | $45.00 | 10% |
| $100 | $10.00 | $90.00 | 10% |
How to keep more on Mercari
- Avoid selling items under $10 on their own. The $1 minimum makes the fee 10% to 20% or more.
- Use free direct deposit instead of Instant Pay when you can wait.
- If you offer free shipping, include the label cost in your price.
Common questions
Does Mercari charge a processing fee?
Not on listings created or updated since January 2025. The old 2.9% + $0.50 processing fee was removed.
Is there a minimum fee on Mercari?
Yes. The selling fee is at least $1, so items under $10 pay more than 10%.
How do I get paid on Mercari?
Direct deposit is free and takes a few business days. Instant Pay costs $2 per transfer. Compare Mercari with other platforms on the compare page.
Rates checked October 2026 from published Mercari fee information. Confirm on Mercari before pricing. FeeMath is independent and not affiliated with Mercari.