Fee Overview
| Fee Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Shopify Payments Australia | AUD pricing available. Supports Visa, Mastercard, Amex, and Afterpay (BNPL). No currency conversion fees. |
| Pricing in AUD | Basic Shopify AUD $45/month, Shopify AUD $119/month, Advanced Shopify AUD $459/month. Plus 10% GST. |
| Australian GST | Shopify charges 10% GST on subscription fees for Australian businesses. Product sales GST is separate. |
| Payment Processing | Shopify Payments Australia: 2.9% + AUD $0.30 per transaction. Afterpay: 5.99% of the transaction value. |
Key Takeaway
Priced in AUD for Australian sellers
Pro Tips
ðĄ Tip: Enable Afterpay on your Australian Shopify store â 25% of Australian consumers prefer Buy Now Pay Later options. Afterpay charges 5.99% per transaction, but conversion rates typically increase by 15-30% when offered.
ðĄ Tip: Australian GST on subscriptions adds 10% to your Shopify bill. Claim this back as input tax credits if you're registered for GST. Budget for the full cost including GST when calculating your monthly expenses.
ðĄ Tip: Use Shopify's built-in AUD pricing to avoid foreign exchange fees. If you sell internationally, set up multi-currency display to show prices in USD, EUR, and GBP without hidden conversion costs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Shopify in Australia (AUD)?
Shopify Australia pricing in AUD: Basic Shopify at $45 AUD/month, Shopify at $119 AUD/month, Advanced Shopify at $459 AUD/month. Prices exclude 10% GST. Annual billing saves 25% â Basic costs $405 AUD/year instead of $540 AUD when paying monthly.
What payment methods does Shopify Payments Australia support?
Shopify Payments Australia supports Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Diners Club, and Afterpay (BNPL). Afterpay allows customers to pay in 4 interest-free installments, which can boost conversion rates by 15-30%. Interac is not available in Australia.
Do Australian Shopify stores need to charge GST?
Yes, Australian businesses must register for GST if their annual revenue exceeds $75,000 AUD. Shopify charges 10% GST on subscription fees. For product sales, you must collect and remit GST to the ATO. Use the Australian Business Number (ABN) registration to stay compliant.
What are Shopify Payments Australia fees?
Shopify Payments Australia charges 2.9% + AUD $0.30 per transaction for Visa, Mastercard, and Amex. Afterpay transactions cost 5.99% per transaction. There are no setup fees or monthly fees. Use Shopify Payments to avoid the additional 2% external gateway fee.
Key Takeaways
- Use Shopify Payments to eliminate the 2% external gateway fee â saves $200+/year at $10K revenue.
- Upgrade to Shopify Plan ($105/mo) once you exceed $1,000/month in sales â the 1% fee reduction pays for itself.
- Annual billing saves 25% vs monthly ($39 vs $49/mo on Basic). Use our Shopify calculator to compare plan costs.
Data Methodology & Disclaimer
Fee data and benchmarks in this article are sourced from official platform documentation and cross-referenced with publicly available rate schedules as of April 2026. Calculations use standard fee formulas; individual results vary based on product category and specific listing details.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. Check the latest rates at each platform's official seller fees page. Fee structures reflect publicly available information as of April 2026 and are subject to change. Always verify current rates before making financial decisions.