MasterCard assesses the cross border fee as a percentage of the transaction amount. The amount of the fee depends on whether the transaction is settled in US dollars; there is a cross border domestic rate for transactions settled in USD and a cross border foreign rate for transactions settled in a different currency.
As of , Mastercard set the fee at 0. Mastercard introduced the cross border fee in as a 10 basis point charge, but has increased it a few times since then. The cross border assessment fee is one of two volume-based fees that MasterCard charges on transactions involving credit cards issued in another region than where they are acquired. When you accept a Mastercard issued outside the US, you may not be aware of it at the time. Your processor will list it with your other Mastercard assessment charges.
Processors may abbreviate the fee or spell it out completely. Merchants often find it advantageous to sell to foreign customers in their own local currency. It instills confidence in the buyer and reduces confusion about what their real out-of-pocket costs are.
Merchants don't even have to open a local account to support the transaction. Instead, a U. The downside is the cardholder will be charged a cross border fee, which might inspire them to look for local options for their next purchase.
Despite the explosive growth of ecommerce and the ease of selling to global markets, merchants still have to contend with variances between currencies. Cross border fees are an expense, both in terms of money and time, but these costs are often overshadowed by revenue opportunities in international markets.
By researching options and creating the best possible fee structure for your business, you can create a highly successful company with brand advocates all over the world.
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