This guide walks you through how to sell on Etsy from Malaysia, including shop setup, product listings, shipping and Etsy Payments
Key takeaways
- Etsy is a global marketplace where Malaysian sellers can register directly to sell handmade, vintage, craft supply and digital products
- Setting up an Etsy shop involves creating an account, configuring your shop, creating listings, setting up shipping, and receiving payouts through Etsy Payments
- Malaysian sellers pay listing, transaction, payment processing and, in some cases, a 2.5% currency conversion fee
- Businesses selling internationally may choose a payout account that matches their shop currency to avoid Etsy’s currency conversion fee on payouts
Etsy is one of the world’s largest online marketplaces for handmade, vintage and creative products. In the first quarter of 2026, Etsy reported 5.6 million active sellers, up 4% year on year.
For Malaysian sellers, Etsy provides direct access to buyers across the US and other international markets. This guide walks through how you can set up your Etsy store from Malaysia and collect USD payments Etsy payouts work when selling in foreign currencies.
Can Malaysian sellers sell on Etsy?
Yes. Etsy allows sellers from Malaysia to register and open a shop directly through Etsy. To start selling, you’ll need to create an Etsy account, complete your shop details and enrol in Etsy Payments. Etsy Payments processes customer payments and sends payouts to your chosen payout account. Malaysian sellers can list products in MYR or another supported currency, including USD, GBP and EUR.
What can you sell on Etsy?
Etsy specialises in products that reflect creativity and craftsmanship rather than mass-produced goods.
Every item listed on Etsy must comply with the platform’s Creativity Standards Policy.
Here are some of the top selling items on Etsy in Malaysia (at the time of writing):
- Handmade products made or designed by the seller
- Vintage items that are at least 20 years old
- Craft supplies, including tools, materials and components
- Digital products such as printable artwork, planners, sewing patterns, templates, fonts and digital downloads
How to set up an Etsy shop from Malaysia
1. Create an Etsy seller account
Visit Etsy’s seller page and create an Etsy account. You’ll need to verify your email address and provide basic personal or business information before setting up your shop. Etsy may charge a one-time shop set-up fee. If the fee applies, the amount is displayed before you complete the final shop set-up process.
2. Configure your shop settings
Next, choose your shop preferences, including:
- Shop language
- Shop country
- Listing currency
Malaysian sellers can list products in MYR or another supported currency such as USD, GBP or EUR.
3. Create your shop and product listings
Choose a shop name that reflects your business and products. Then customise your storefront by adding your logo, shop banner, profile photo and shop policies covering shipping, returns and exchanges. Before listing a product, make sure it complies with Etsy’s policies and isn’t a prohibited or restricted item, such as certain animal products, hazardous materials or illegal drugs. To create your first listing, add:
- A keyword-focused product title (up to 140 characters)
- High-quality product photos/videos (up to 10 product photos and 1 video)
- A detailed product description
- Product category and attributes
- Pricing and available quantities
- Processing and delivery information
4. Set up shipping
Malaysian sellers can ship locally or internationally using courier services such as Pos Malaysia, DHL, Aramex, SkyNet and FedEx. When creating shipping profiles, include realistic processing times, delivery estimates and shipping costs so buyers know what to expect before placing an order.
5. Set up payment and payout accounts
Etsy Payments lets buyers pay using credit and debit cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay and other supported payment methods. To receive payouts, connect a valid bank account and complete Etsy’s identity verification process. If your shop lists products in USD, GBP or EUR but your payout account is in MYR, Etsy applies a 2.5% currency conversion fee before sending your funds.
6. Publish your shop
Once your shop is ready, publish your listings and start selling. You can manage your business through the Etsy Seller app or Shop Manager and optionally use Offsite Ads, which charge a fee only when they generate a sale.
Etsy fees for Malaysian sellers
Etsy charges several fees when you sell through the marketplace. Some fees apply when creating listings, while others are charged only after a sale is completed:
| Fee type |
Amount |
| Shop set-up fee (one-time, if applicable) |
Displayed before final shop setup |
| Listing fee |
US$0.20 (active for four months or until sold) |
| Transaction fee |
6.5% of each sale |
| Payment processing fee |
4.5% + RM2.00 per transaction |
| Offsite Ads fee |
15% when a sale is generated through an Offsite Ad |
| Currency conversion fee |
2.5% when the shop listing currency differs from the payout account currency |
*Fees checked in July 2026
Receiving Etsy payouts as a Malaysian seller
Malaysian sellers generally receive Etsy payouts in one of three ways:
- A Malaysian bank account in MYR
- A foreign currency account that supports the payout currency
- A multi-currency account that holds the same currency as the Etsy listing currency
Businesses that also pay overseas suppliers, marketing agencies or software providers in foreign currencies may prefer holding those currencies before converting them into MYR.
How WorldFirst helps Etsy sellers in Malaysia
WorldFirst is an international payments provider offering the World Account, a multi-currency account made for businesses who want to receive, hold, convert or send international currencies. Malaysian businesses selling on e-commerce marketplaces like Etsy can open local receiving accounts in USD and other supported currencies and add those local account details to Etsy Payments to receive USD payouts.
The World Account allows businesses to keep foreign currency balances instead of converting them immediately into MYR. Those balances can later be used to pay overseas suppliers, manufacturers, marketing agencies and other international business expenses in the same currency at no FX fees.
Businesses selling across multiple sales channels can also receive international payments from 130+ marketplaces and payment gateways, including Etsy, Amazon and Shopify, into one account.
Apart from Etsy, e-commerce sellers can collect payouts from 130+ marketplaces and payment gateways.
FAQs
Can I sell on Etsy from Malaysia?
Yes. Malaysian businesses and individuals can register directly on Etsy and sell eligible handmade, vintage, craft supply and digital products to buyers worldwide.
How much does it cost to sell on Etsy from Malaysia?
Malaysian sellers may pay a one-time shop setup fee, a listing fee, a 6.5% transaction fee, a payment processing fee, optional Offsite Ads fees and a 2.5% currency conversion fee if the listing currency differs from the payout account currency.
How do Malaysian sellers receive Etsy payouts?
Etsy Payments sends payouts to the payout account linked to your shop. This may be a Malaysian bank account in MYR, a supported foreign currency account or a multi-currency account.
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