How Fiverr fees work in 2026
Fiverr charges both sides of every order. As a seller, you pay a flat 20% service fee on the full order value — the gig price, any gig extras and tips. There is no lower rate for higher seller levels or bigger orders, so a $1,000 order costs you $200 in fees just like ten $100 orders do.
As a buyer, you pay a 5.5% service fee on top of the gig price, plus a small order fee of $2.50 on orders under $50. Fiverr has adjusted the buyer fee several times, so the fee settings above are editable if your checkout shows something different.
After an order is completed, your earnings stay pending for 14 days (7 days for Top Rated sellers and Fiverr Pro). Then you withdraw. In Pakistan and many other countries Fiverr pays out only through Payoneer — even the “bank transfer” option runs through Payoneer — and charges a flat $3 per withdrawal. Payoneer then converts your dollars to local currency at a rate up to about 2% below mid-market.
The withdrawal fee is charged once per withdrawal, not per order. Ten $100 orders add $800 to your balance; withdraw all of it at once and you pay $3 in total, not $30. That's why the calculator shows what each order earns, and lists the withdrawal fee separately.
The formula
Earnings per order = (order price + tip) × (1 − 20%)
Money withdrawn = total balance withdrawn − one withdrawal fee
And for buyers:
Checkout total = gig price × 1.055 + $2.50 (if under $50)
Fiverr fees at common prices
| Gig price | Fiverr fee (20%) | Seller earns | Buyer pays |
|---|---|---|---|
| $5 | $1.00 | $4.00 | $7.78 |
| $10 | $2.00 | $8.00 | $13.05 |
| $25 | $5.00 | $20.00 | $28.88 |
| $50 | $10.00 | $40.00 | $52.75 |
| $100 | $20.00 | $80.00 | $105.50 |
| $250 | $50.00 | $200.00 | $263.75 |
| $500 | $100.00 | $400.00 | $527.50 |
| $1,000 | $200.00 | $800.00 | $1,055.00 |
Bank transfers via Payoneer have a $20 minimum, so small orders are withdrawn together and share one fee.
How to keep more of each order
- Withdraw in batches. The withdrawal fee is flat. Taking out $400 once costs $3; taking out $50 eight times costs $24.
- Price for the fee, not around it. Adding 20% to your price isn't enough, because the fee is charged on the new, higher price. Use the reverse fee calculator to find the exact price.
- Sell gig extras. Extras carry the same 20% fee, but they raise the order value without extra marketing, so your fee per hour of work drops.
- Watch the conversion. On a $1,000 withdrawal to PKR, a 2% spread costs about $20. Compare routes with the Payoneer to PKR calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Fiverr take from a $5 gig?
Fiverr keeps $1 (20%) and you earn $4. The buyer pays $7.78: the $5 price, a 5.5% service fee of $0.28 and the $2.50 small order fee.
Does Fiverr take 20% of tips?
Yes. Tips are treated as part of your earnings, so the 20% seller fee applies to them too. A $10 tip adds $8 to your balance.
Is the Fiverr fee lower for Level 2 or Top Rated sellers?
No. The 20% seller fee is the same for every level. Higher levels mainly get faster clearing (7 days instead of 14), more gig slots and other perks.
What is the cheapest way to withdraw from Fiverr?
In Pakistan and many other countries, Fiverr pays out only through Payoneer, at a flat $3 per withdrawal. Because the fee is flat, withdrawing larger amounts less often is cheapest. The bigger cost is usually the currency conversion when Payoneer sends rupees to your bank, so compare that rate too.
How much does a buyer pay on Fiverr?
The gig price plus a 5.5% service fee, plus $2.50 on orders under $50. A $100 gig costs $105.50 at checkout.
How do I see my Fiverr earnings in Pakistani rupees?
Choose PKR under “Also show take-home in”. The calculator converts your take-home at the live mid-market rate and subtracts the conversion spread you set (2% by default).
TakehomeKit is independent and not affiliated with Fiverr, Upwork, Payoneer, Wise or any other company mentioned. Fees, limits and tax rules change; we check them regularly, but always confirm the final number with the platform or an adviser before you rely on it.