How reverse PayPal fee calculation works
Reverse fee formula
Gross amount = (Target net + Fixed fee) / (1 - Percentage rate)
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Last verified: Aug 8, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Use the reverse calculator with $100 as the target amount. FeeClarity solves backward from your desired net amount using the selected PayPal fee rule.
For percentage plus fixed-fee transactions, the gross amount is estimated from (target net + fixed fee) divided by (1 - percentage rate).
PayPal calculates the percentage from the gross amount charged, not from the amount you want to receive. That is why reverse calculation must solve backward.
Yes, use it for invoice planning when the selected transaction type and country match your payment. Confirm the final amount in PayPal before sending.
For many business payments, the recipient receives the amount after fees. The actual economic cost may be handled by pricing, invoice terms, or agreement with the sender.
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