TikTok Shop Fees in United Kingdom (2026)
TikTok Shop raised its standard UK commission from 6% to 9% in January 2026. Below is the current fee schedule with a worked example, verified against the TikTok Shop UK Seller Center.
Quick Answer
TikTok Shop charges UK sellers a 9% platform commission on most categories (raised from 6% in January 2026), inclusive of VAT. Eligible Electronics and Beauty & Personal Care products are charged a reduced 5%. There is no separate transaction fee — the commission is the single platform charge, calculated on net sales plus buyer-paid shipping, minus refunds.
Commission Rates by Product Category
TikTok Shop charges United Kingdom sellers a percentage of each sale based on the product category. These rates are also called “referral fees.”
| Category | Commission | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Most categories | 9% | Inclusive of VAT |
| Eligible Electronics & Beauty / Personal Care | 5% | Lowest rate |
Additional Seller Fees
Beyond category commission, the following apply to United Kingdom sellers:
Transaction / payment processing fee: None
There is no separate transaction or payment processing fee. The commission is the single platform charge. Fulfilment, ads, and affiliate commissions are optional extras.
Commission calculation base: Net sales + shipping - refunds
Commission is charged on (net sales + buyer-paid shipping + platform discount) minus (net sales refund + platform discount refund). Only one commission reduction can apply per product at a time.
How Fees Affect Your Profit
A concrete example of how fees impact a typical sale:
Example: £20 fashion item sold in the United Kingdom
- Selling price: £20.00
- Commission (9%, incl. VAT): -£1.80
- Revenue after commission: £18.20
Excludes COGS, fulfilment, creator/affiliate commissions, and advertising. Many sellers see payouts 25-30% below the headline price once these optional fees are added.
Work out your exact margin with the free TikTok Shop profit calculator →
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is TikTok Shop commission in the UK?
TikTok Shop charges UK sellers a 9% commission on most categories, raised from 6% in January 2026. Eligible Electronics and Beauty & Personal Care products are charged a reduced 5%.
Why did TikTok Shop UK fees increase in 2026?
In January 2026, TikTok Shop UK raised its standard platform commission from 6% to 9% across most categories. The 9% rate is inclusive of VAT.
Is the 9% TikTok Shop commission inclusive of VAT?
Yes. The UK commission is charged inclusive of VAT and is calculated on net sales plus buyer-paid shipping, minus refunds and platform discount refunds.
Are there separate transaction fees on TikTok Shop UK?
No. The commission is the single platform charge — there is no separate payment processing or transaction fee. Fulfilment, advertising, and affiliate commissions are optional extras.
Which products get the reduced 5% TikTok Shop UK rate?
Certain eligible products in the Electronics and Beauty & Personal Care categories are charged 5% instead of 9%. Only one commission reduction can apply per product at a time.
Compare Other Markets
TikTok Shop fees differ by country. Compare United Kingdom with other markets:
Source: TikTok Shop UK — Seller Center Commission & Fee Schedule
Last verified: 11 June 2026
Rates may change. Always verify with your TikTok Seller Center dashboard.