Sending Money Internationally

[luvuvibanez]

If one were to sell an item to someone in a seperate country or continent (UK/Europe/Canada), what form of payment should they ask for if they (Seller) live in the states? Is there an option that is somewhat fee free?

Thanks for the Help

Seth

[Lefty Robb]

Paypal or USPS money order is your best bet. Sure paypal might cost a few bucks in the end but its worth it when waiting weeks for a money order.

[luvuvibanez]

Originally Posted by Lefty Robb

Paypal or USPS money order is your best bet. Sure paypal might cost a few bucks in the end but its worth it when waiting weeks for a money order.

I dont know if someone in the UK can get a hold of USPS MO's though. I am definitely not going to pay more for PayPal.

[Lefty Robb]

You could have them send you a Western Union Money order, but with all the issues going on with fraud, WU can't be trusted. I know Canada has USPS posts.

[luvuvibanez]

I think I can trust this person; but how much would it cost me to cash or deposit these things?

[TongueShredder]

How about bank to bank wire transfer ?

[Wis Redz of Silvanost]

Strange, I thought WU took a comission for each transfer. What difference from paypal then? Paypal is better IMO.

[Lefty Robb]

Originally Posted by TongueShredder

How about bank to bank wire transfer ?

Each bank is different but it can be many times that of Paypal. (were talking like $25+ a transaction)

[AKMG]

Paypal. It's the safest way to go. Plus if you ever have problems, Paypal will help insure you provided you do an evil-bay sponsored listing.