Fee Overview
| Fee Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Shopify Payments UK | GBP pricing available directly. No currency conversion fees for UK sellers. Accepts GBP, EUR, and USD. |
| Pricing in GBP | Basic Shopify £23/month, Shopify £63/month, Advanced Shopify £239/month. Prices exclude VAT at 20%. |
| UK VAT | Shopify charges VAT on its subscription fees for UK businesses. You may need to register for VAT separately for your product sales. |
| Payment Processing | Shopify Payments UK charges 2.9% + 20p per transaction for Visa/Mastercard. Amex at 3.4% + 20p. |
Key Takeaway
Priced in GBP for UK sellers
Pro Tips
💡 Tip: Open a UK Shopify store to pay in GBP directly — no currency conversion fees. This simplifies your VAT accounting and bookkeeping since all transactions are in the same currency.
💡 Tip: UK VAT registration is mandatory once you exceed £85,000 in annual turnover. Register early through HMRC's VAT Online portal to avoid penalties. Shopify Tax can automate VAT calculations at checkout.
💡 Tip: Enable PayPal as an additional payment option — it's still widely used in the UK. However, remember that PayPal charges fees (typically 2.9% + £0.30) that are separate from Shopify's transaction fees.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Shopify in the UK (GBP)?
Shopify UK pricing in GBP: Basic Shopify at £23/month, Shopify at £63/month, Advanced Shopify at £239/month. Prices exclude 20% VAT. Annual billing provides 25% savings — Basic costs £207/year instead of £276 when paying monthly.
What payment methods does Shopify Payments UK support?
Shopify Payments UK supports Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and PayPal. Contactless and mobile payments are popular in the UK — ensure your checkout supports Apple and Google Pay for a smoother mobile experience.
Do UK Shopify stores need to charge VAT?
UK VAT rules are complex: register for VAT once turnover exceeds £85,000, or voluntarily for better business credibility. You'll need to charge 20% VAT on products sold to UK customers and remit to HMRC quarterly. Shopify Tax can automate VAT calculations and help with compliance.
What are Shopify Payments UK fees?
Shopify Payments UK charges 2.9% + 20p per transaction for Visa, Mastercard, and Amex. Apple Pay and Google Pay use the same rates. There are no setup fees or monthly costs. Use Shopify Payments to avoid the additional 2% external gateway fee.
Key Takeaways
- Use Shopify Payments to eliminate the 2% external gateway fee — saves $200+/year at $10K revenue.
- Upgrade to Shopify Plan ($105/mo) once you exceed $1,000/month in sales — 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.