Fees: Canada to Mexico

Understanding Cross-Border Fees from Canada to Mexico

When processing international payments between Canada and Mexico, businesses often overlook hidden costs. Both Stripe and PayPal charge a base domestic fee, but international transactions trigger additional surcharges.

The Hidden Cost of Cross-Border Payments

If your business is located in Canada and you charge a customer's card issued in Mexico, you typically face an International Card Surcharge. Furthermore, if the transaction requires currency conversion, a Currency Conversion Surcharge is applied. Our calculator breaks down these exact percentages so you know your true net profit.

Stripe vs. PayPal for Global B2B

While Stripe often separates the international card fee and currency conversion fee, PayPal often bundles them into a higher flat percentage or applies differing fixed fees based on the specific corridor. Always compare the Net Received amount to determine the most cost-effective gateway for your Mexico customers.