UK Amazon Fees Structure
Selling on Amazon UK is an excellent way to reach millions of customers, but understanding Amazon’s fee structure is essential for calculating your profit accurately. Depending on your selling method and product category, Amazon charges several different types of fees.
Main Amazon UK Seller Fees
Referral Fee
A referral fee is charged on every item sold. The fee is calculated as a percentage of the total selling price (including any shipping charged to the buyer). Most categories have a referral fee of 15%, although some categories have lower or higher rates.
Fulfilment by Amazon (FBA) Fee
When using Amazon FBA, Amazon stores your inventory, packs your products, ships orders, and handles customer service. The FBA fulfilment fee depends on your product’s size, weight, and dimensions.
Monthly Storage Fee
Products stored in Amazon fulfilment centres are charged a monthly storage fee based on the storage volume (cubic metres). Rates are higher during the peak season from October through December.
Selling Plan Fee
Amazon UK offers two selling plans:
- Individual Seller – Pay per item sold.
- Professional Seller – Monthly subscription with access to advanced selling tools.
Additional Amazon Fees
Depending on your account and inventory, Amazon may also charge:
- Low Inventory Level Fee
- Aged Inventory Surcharge
- Returns Processing Fee
- Removal Order Fee
- Disposal Fee
- Advertising Costs (Sponsored Products)
- High-Volume Listing Fee (where applicable)
Using an Amazon UK FBA Calculator helps sellers estimate all these costs before listing products.
Amazon UK Referral Fees
| Product Category | Referral Fee |
|---|---|
| Amazon Device Accessories | 45% |
| Books | 15% |
| Business, Industrial & Scientific | 12% |
| Camera & Photography | 8% |
| Consumer Electronics | 8% |
| Electronics Accessories | 15% |
| Clothing | 8–15% depending on sale price |
| Shoes & Handbags | 15% |
| Beauty | 8–15% depending on price |
| Health & Personal Care | 8–15% depending on price |
| Grocery | 8–15% depending on price |
| Home & Kitchen | 15% |
| Jewellery | 5–20% depending on price |
| Office Products | 15% |
| Pet Supplies | 15% |
| Sports & Outdoors | 15% |
| Toys & Games | 15% |
| DIY & Tools | 15% |
| Automotive | 15% |
| Video Games | 15% |
Note: Referral fees are calculated on the total selling price, including shipping and gift wrap charges where applicable. Minimum referral fees may apply to certain categories.
Amazon Shipping Fulfilled by Amazon (FBA)
Amazon FBA fulfilment fees are based primarily on product size and shipping weight.
Standard-Size Products
| Product Size | Typical FBA Fee |
|---|---|
| Small Envelope | From £1.70 |
| Standard Envelope | From £2.10 |
| Small Parcel | From £2.70 |
| Standard Parcel | From £3.30 |
| Large Standard Parcel | Weight-based |
Oversize Products
| Size Tier | Typical FBA Fee |
|---|---|
| Small Oversize | Weight-based |
| Medium Oversize | Weight-based |
| Large Oversize | Weight-based |
| Extra Large Oversize | Weight-based |
Additional fulfilment services such as returns processing or special handling may incur extra fees.
Amazon FBA Storage Cost
Amazon charges storage fees every month based on the volume of inventory stored in fulfilment centres.
| Storage Period | Standard Inventory |
|---|---|
| January – September | Lower monthly storage rate |
| October – December | Higher peak-season storage rate |
Additional storage-related charges may include:
- Aged Inventory Surcharge
- Low Inventory Level Fee
- Removal Order Fees
- Disposal Fees
- Returns Processing Fees
Reducing slow-moving inventory can significantly lower your storage costs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Amazon UK referral fee?
A referral fee is a percentage of your total selling price that Amazon charges for each completed sale. The percentage depends on the product category.
How are Amazon FBA fees calculated?
FBA fees are based on your product’s dimensions, shipping weight, and size tier. Larger or heavier items generally have higher fulfilment fees.
Does Amazon UK charge storage fees?
Yes. Amazon charges monthly storage fees for inventory held in its fulfilment centres. Rates increase during the peak holiday season.
What is included in an Amazon UK FBA Calculator?
Most calculators estimate:
- Sale Price
- Product Cost
- Referral Fee
- FBA Fulfilment Fee
- Storage Fee
- Shipping Cost
- Packaging Cost
- VAT (if applicable)
- Total Amazon Fees
- Net Profit
- Profit Margin
- ROI
- Break-even Price
What is the difference between FBA and FBM?
With Fulfilment by Amazon (FBA), Amazon stores, packs, and ships your products. With Fulfilled by Merchant (FBM), you manage storage, packing, shipping, and customer service yourself.
Can I calculate my profit before listing a product?
Yes. An Amazon UK FBA Calculator allows you to estimate fees, profit, ROI, and break-even price before you start selling, helping you make better pricing decisions.