Receiving payment
The best part of selling an item? Getting paid. We recommend PayPal because it's easy and secure. Find out all you need to know about receiving payments.
Help topics
Selecting payment methods
Consider the buyer's needs when selecting your payment options.
Accepting PayPal
PayPal is an online payment service that lets buyers send you payments from their credit card or banking account.
Requiring immediate payment
If you've set a Buy It Now price for your item, you can require the buyer to pay you immediately.
Using checkout
When you use eBay checkout, buyers can pay you immediately after the listing ends.
Receiving international payments
Learn how to receive payments from international buyers.
Avoiding payment problems
Get tips on avoiding and dealing with payment problems.
Refunding your buyer
Need to refund your buyer? Find out how.
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