13 July 2008, 09:15
nightwalker ukPayment from USA to UK?
Can anybody please enlighten me as to the easist way to get a payment from a buyer in USA over to my bank account in the UK?
I have a paypal account but don't know if they take a percentage charge for me using this service?
Cheers
Rich,
paypal take a %, cheapest way bank tranfer, don't e-mail the number, talk on the phone..
regards
griff
13 July 2008, 13:48
Husqvarna M98IBAN number and what bank to pay to and one is good to go.
Remember the americans still use checks as a payment system and don´t always have an internet based/accessable bank.
I have paid for loads of gear doing bank to bank transactions, and this from little old Sweden and with my rather poor understanding of the language.

/Chris
Nightwalker
Depends on the cost of the item!
Lloyds will charge £20 for an international transfer - then there is a further £6 which is paid by the receiving agency - or out of your pocket if you tick the 'meet all costs' box.
Paypal will add 3% to the cost of transaction - so for cheaper items/ lesser payments - it may be a better bet.
Conversely, just add the premium to the cost!
Rgds Ian