Cardmarket Profit Calculator
Calculate your Cardmarket trading card profits with 5% commission, Trustee Service fees, instant credit costs, currency conversion, and ROAS/ACOS advertising metrics for MTG, Pokemon, and Yu-Gi-Oh! cards.
Sale Details
The price per card/lot on Cardmarket
What you originally paid for the card(s)
Professional sellers have different volume limits and requirements
Fee Options
Typical EU shipping: €1.50 standard letter, €3.50-5 tracked, €6-10 insured for high-value cards.
Cardmarket Fee Structure (2025)
Your Cardmarket Profit
Profitable Sale
This sale will generate excellent profit after all Cardmarket fees.
Net Profit
€18.75
After all fees and costs
Profit Margin
0.0%
Excellent margin
Net Payout
€47.25
What you receive from Cardmarket
Total Fees
€2.75
0.0% of sale price
ROI
0.0%
Return on investment
Break-Even Price
€30.16
Minimum sale price to break even
Detailed Breakdown
Revenue Breakdown
Understanding Cardmarket Fees and Services
Cardmarket (formerly MagicCardMarket) is Europe's largest online marketplace for trading card games, including Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and board games. Understanding the European fee structure and seller levels is critical for maximizing profits as a card seller. This calculator helps you determine your actual profit after all Cardmarket fees and costs in euros (€).
Cardmarket Fee Structure (2025)
Seller Fee: 5% / 3% / 1.5% (based on seller level)
Cardmarket charges a seller fee based on your monthly sales volume. Higher volume sellers benefit from significantly reduced fees compared to casual sellers.
- •Private Seller: 5% seller fee (default for all sellers)
- •Professional Seller: 3% seller fee (requires €1,000+ monthly sales)
- •Powerseller: 1.5% seller fee (requires €5,000+ monthly sales)
Transaction Fee: 3% + €0.30
All sales are subject to a transaction processing fee to cover payment processing costs. This fee applies regardless of seller level.
- •Variable Fee: 3% of the sale price
- •Fixed Fee: €0.30 per transaction
- •Combined: For a €100 sale, fee is €3.30 total
Buyer Protection: 0.5%
Cardmarket charges a small buyer protection fee to fund their Trustee Service, which resolves disputes between buyers and sellers.
- •Protection Fee: 0.5% of sale price (€0.50 per €100)
- •Trustee Service: Free mediation for disputed transactions
- •Refund Protection: Buyers protected against non-delivery or damaged cards
Shipping: Seller Responsibility
European sellers ship directly to buyers across the EU. Shipping costs vary based on method, destination, and tracking requirements.
- •Standard Letter: €1.50-2.50 for low-value singles within EU
- •Tracked Shipping: €3.50-5.00 for orders over €25
- •Insured Shipping: €6.00-10.00 for high-value cards (€100+)
- •International: Higher rates for shipping outside EU
Who Benefits Most from Cardmarket?
- •European Magic Dealers: Access to the largest MTG marketplace in Europe
- •Pokémon Card Sellers: Strong European demand for vintage and modern Pokémon
- •High-Volume Sellers: Powerseller status (1.5% fee) makes bulk selling profitable
- •Local Game Stores: Expand beyond local market to serve entire EU
- •Yu-Gi-Oh! Sellers: Active European competitive scene drives card demand
- •Board Game Enthusiasts: Cardmarket expanded beyond TCGs to board games
Maximizing Profit on Cardmarket
- 1.Reach Professional Status: €1,000+ monthly sales cuts fees from 5% to 3%
- 2.Target Powerseller: €5,000+ monthly sales drops fees to just 1.5%
- 3.Price Competitively: Check "Price Trend" and recent sales for market rates
- 4.Ship Fast: Quick European shipping earns positive seller ratings
- 5.Grade Cards Accurately: Use EU grading standards (Mint, Near Mint, Excellent, etc.)
- 6.Combine Orders: Multiple cards in one shipment reduces per-card shipping costs
- 7.Use Tracking: Insure orders over €50 to protect against loss claims
- 8.Monitor Trends: Track market trends and set price alerts for high-value cards
Cardmarket vs TCGPlayer
Cardmarket Advantages
- +Lower fees for high-volume sellers (1.5% vs 10.25%)
- +Dominant in European market
- +Multi-language support (German, English, French, etc.)
- +Lower shipping costs within EU
Cardmarket Disadvantages
- -Higher fees for small sellers (5% vs TCGPlayer 10.25%)
- -Limited US market access
- -Seller pays all shipping costs
- -VAT complexity for EU sellers
VAT Considerations for EU Sellers
If you sell trading cards as a business in the EU, you must understand VAT (Value Added Tax) obligations:
- •VAT Registration: Required in most EU countries if annual sales exceed thresholds (€10,000-€35,000)
- •Sales Within Country: Charge VAT at your country's rate (typically 19-27%)
- •Cross-Border Sales: VAT treatment depends on buyer type and OSS (One Stop Shop) registration
- •Deductible Expenses: VAT-registered sellers can reclaim VAT on business purchases
- •Professional Accounting: Consider hiring a tax advisor for VAT compliance
Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Cardmarket charge sellers?
Cardmarket charges a seller fee (5% Private, 3% Professional, 1.5% Powerseller), a transaction fee (3% + €0.30), and a buyer protection fee (0.5%). Total fees range from 8.5% to 11.5% depending on your seller level. No listing fees, no monthly fees, no setup fees.
How do I become a Professional or Powerseller?
Professional status requires €1,000+ in monthly sales and reduces your seller fee from 5% to 3%. Powerseller status requires €5,000+ monthly sales and cuts fees to just 1.5%. Status is automatically granted when you hit these thresholds consistently for 3 months.
What is the Trustee Service?
The Trustee Service is Cardmarket's free dispute resolution system funded by the 0.5% buyer protection fee. If a buyer reports non-delivery or damaged cards, the Trustee mediates between buyer and seller to resolve the issue fairly. This protects both parties from fraud.
How much does shipping cost in Europe?
Typical EU shipping costs: €1.50-2.50 for standard letter (small orders), €3.50-5.00 for tracked shipping (orders over €25), and €6.00-10.00 for insured shipping (high-value cards over €100). International shipping outside EU is more expensive (€5-15+).
Do I need to charge VAT on card sales?
If you're VAT-registered in an EU country, you must charge VAT on sales to buyers in your country. Cross-border sales within EU may be exempt or subject to different rules. Private sellers below VAT thresholds (typically €10,000-35,000 annual sales) don't need to charge VAT.
What are the benefits of VAT registration?
VAT-registered sellers can reclaim VAT paid on business expenses like inventory purchases, packaging, and shipping supplies. For high-volume sellers, this VAT reclaim can significantly improve profit margins. However, VAT registration adds administrative complexity and reporting requirements.
How do Cardmarket fees compare to TCGPlayer?
For small sellers, Cardmarket (5% + 3% + 0.5% = 8.5%) beats TCGPlayer (10.25% + 2.5% + 0.3 = ~13%). For Powersellers, Cardmarket (1.5% + 3% + 0.5% = 5%) is dramatically cheaper. However, TCGPlayer has larger US market access, while Cardmarket dominates Europe.
Can I sell to buyers outside the EU?
Yes, Cardmarket allows international shipping to non-EU countries. However, shipping costs are significantly higher (€8-20+), customs forms are required, and buyers may face import duties. Most sellers limit shipping to EU countries to keep costs reasonable.
When do I get paid on Cardmarket?
Cardmarket releases payment once the buyer confirms receipt or after 10 days if no issues are reported. Payment is transferred to your linked bank account (SEPA transfers are free within EU). You can track pending payments in your seller dashboard.
What grading system does Cardmarket use?
Cardmarket uses European grading: Mint (M), Near Mint (NM), Excellent (EX), Good (GD), Light Played (LP), Played (PL), and Poor (PO). Grading standards are slightly different from US systems. Always grade conservatively to avoid returns and negative feedback.
Should I use insured shipping?
Use insured/tracked shipping for orders over €50 to protect against loss or damage claims. For orders under €25, standard letter is usually sufficient. Many sellers require tracking for orders over €25-30 to balance cost and protection.
What languages does Cardmarket support?
Cardmarket supports multiple European languages including English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese. The platform automatically handles currency conversion and displays prices in EUR, GBP, CHF, and other European currencies.
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