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Stripe vs PayPal International Transaction Fee Calculator

Compare cross-border payment processing fees between Stripe (3.9% + 30c) and PayPal (4.4% + 30c + 3% FX spread).

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Stripe vs PayPal International Transaction Fee Calculator

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Quick:
Platform & Service Fee
$ 3.20
2.9% + $0.30 fixed
Hidden FX Spread Loss
0% (Zero Spread)
You lose ~$ 3 below market rate
Net Amount Received
$ 97
Effective Net Rate: 1 USD = 1.00 USD
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Key Takeaway & Summary (Direct Answer)

On a $100 international customer transaction: Stripe charges approx 3.9% + $0.30 ($4.20 fee), netting $95.80. PayPal charges 4.4% + $0.30 plus a 3.0% currency spread (approx $7.40 total cost), netting $92.60. Stripe saves $3.20 per $100 sale.

Formula: Stripe Net = $100 - (100 * 0.039 + $0.30) | PayPal Net = $100 - (100 * 0.044 + $0.30 + $3.00 FX)
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Knowledge Base & FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does PayPal charge more than Stripe on international orders?

PayPal adds a 1.50% cross-border fee plus an additional 3.0% to 4.0% foreign exchange conversion markup.

Does Stripe support Apple Pay and Google Pay?

Yes, Stripe natively supports one-click Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Link checkout.

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Lead Systems Engineer • Verified Spec

Muhammad Naveed

Full-Stack & Automation Engineer specializing in cross-border financial architectures, automated forex routing, and developer payout infrastructure.