Etsy Fees for Indian Sellers: Listing, Transaction and Payment Guide

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Etsy Referral Fee Rates by Category

CategoryReferral FeeStatus
Transaction fee (all categories)6.5%Verified
Listing fee$0.20 per itemVerified
Etsy Payments processing (India)5% + Rs 25 per orderVerified
Regulatory operating fee0.29%Estimate

Selling on Etsy from India

Etsy charges three types of fees: a $0.20 listing fee per item (active for 4 months or until sale), a 6.5% transaction fee on the total sale amount including shipping, and an Etsy Payments processing fee of 5% + Rs 25 per order for Indian bank accounts. A regulatory operating fee of 0.29% also applies.

For Indian sellers, Etsy Payments deposits directly to your Indian bank account in INR. Payouts typically take 3 to 5 business days. The combined fee on a typical order is roughly 12% of the selling price plus $0.20 and Rs 25.

Etsy is an excellent channel for handmade, vintage, and artisan export products from India: block-print textiles, silver jewellery, brass and copper goods, handmade ceramics, and leather accessories.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Etsy's fees for Indian sellers?

Etsy charges a $0.20 listing fee per item, a 6.5% transaction fee on the item price plus shipping, and an Etsy Payments fee of approximately 3% plus a small fixed amount. Total effective fee is typically 9 to 11% of selling price plus $0.20.

Can Indian sellers use Etsy Payments?

Yes. Etsy Payments is available in India and deposits directly to your Indian bank account in INR within 3 to 5 business days.

What products can Indian sellers sell on Etsy?

Etsy is for handmade items, vintage goods, and craft supplies. Strong India categories include block-print textiles, silver jewellery, handmade ceramics, brass and copper home decor, and leather goods.

Does Etsy export from India require an IEC code?

For low-value shipments under Rs 5 lakh per consignment, you can use the MSME IEC exemption. For consistent commercial exports, an IEC code from DGFT is recommended.