Question 1

How much does it cost to sell internationally on Shopify?

Accepted Answer

International selling adds 3-8% in extra costs per order compared to domestic. This includes higher card processing rates (+1% over domestic), currency conversion fees (1.5% with Shopify Payments), international shipping ($8-$25+ per order), and potentially duties/taxes if you use DDP (delivered duty paid). This calculator breaks down every international cost.

Question 2

What is the Shopify currency conversion fee?

Accepted Answer

Shopify Payments charges a 1.5% currency conversion fee when a customer pays in a currency different from your store's payout currency. This is on top of the standard card processing rate. Third-party gateways may charge their own conversion fees, typically 1-2%.

Question 3

Should I use DDP or DAP for international orders?

Accepted Answer

DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) means you pay duties and taxes — customers see a final price with no surprise fees at delivery. DAP (Delivered at Place) means the customer pays duties on arrival. DDP improves customer experience and reduces returns but increases your costs by 5-25% depending on product category and destination.

Question 4

What are Shopify Markets international card rates?

Accepted Answer

International card rates on Shopify are typically 1% higher than domestic rates. On Basic: 3.9% + $0.30, Shopify: 3.6% + $0.30, Advanced: 3.4% + $0.30, and Plus: ~3.15% + $0.30. These rates apply when the customer's card is issued in a different country than your store.

Question 5

Is selling internationally on Shopify worth it?

Accepted Answer

It depends on your margins and product-market fit. If your product has strong international demand and healthy margins (50%+), the extra 3-8% in international costs is easily absorbed. Use this calculator to compare international vs domestic cost per order — if international selling costs stay under 15-20% of international revenue, it's typically worth pursuing.

Item	Amount	% of Price
International Card Fees	$220.20	16.9%
Currency Conversion	$75.00	5.8%
International Shipping	$1008.00	77.3%
Total Intl Costs	$1303.20	100.0%

Free Shopify Markets International Cost Calculator

International Cost Breakdown

International Costs (monthly)

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