FAQs
Is there a sale currently on at eBay?
There are currently two sales being hosted on eBay.
One is offering shoppers 20% off tech and related items from select sellers by using the code SUMCBT. The maximum discount this checkout code gets you is AU$300 off the seller's listed price. This sale commenced on Monday, January 19 and no official end date has been provided, plus the code cannot be stacked with any other discount coupon.
The second is an HP sale with 20% off storewide. Using the checkout code HPJAN2026 until 11:59pm AEDT on January 31, you can save a maximum of AU$1,000 per transaction on laptops, all-in-one PCs, monitors and more.
Do you need to be a member to shop on eBay Australia?
No, it's completely free to browse and buy items on eBay Australia. Sellers may charge for shipping and handling, and some listings might have additional fees, but creating an account and purchasing items generally incurs no cost.
However, you can sign up for an eBay Plus membership for AU$4.99 a month (or AU$49 a year) and this gets you additional benefits like extra savings, free shipping and more.
Can I stack coupons on eBay Australia?
No, sadly only a single coupon or code will work at any given time on eBay Australia. However, codes work on discounted items, so you will maximise your savings when applying a code on an already-discounted product.
Is eBay Plus worth it?
eBay Plus is the online marketplace's membership program. In Australia, it costs AU$4.99 per month or AU$49 annually. An eBay Plus membership provides members with free shipping on eligible items, free returns and access to exclusive discount codes throughout the year.
The savings members stand to make compared to its low monthly cost do make a membership worth it in our opinion.
What's the best way to find deals on eBay?
Finding deals on eBay isn't the easiest as it will depend on the item(s) you're after. One way to find deals is to follow your favourite sellers (whether that's major brands like Dell, Dyson or Sony, or retailers like The Good Guys) and you'll be sent updates on sales and promotions.
Is there a way to save more when shopping on eBay?
Signing up for an eBay Plus membership is a sureshot way of getting extra savings – subscribers can typically save 2% to 5% more than non-members when a sale is on.
Alternatively, you can use eBay's Watch feature that allows you to monitor a specific item. If you're not in a hurry, you'll be sent regular updates on price changes and you can pick up the product when it falls within your set budget.
What payment methods are accepted on eBay?
eBay accepts multiple forms of payment including PayPal, credit and debit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay if you're using a mobile device and other buy now, pay later services including Afterpay.
Does eBay have Afterpay?
Yes, eBay does accept Afterpay payments on most, if not all, items. eBay also accepts payment via Zip if you're a member of that Buy Now, Pay Later service.
How long does eBay take to ship?
Shipments of items bought on eBay Australia depend entirely on the store or seller you buy from. If you make a purchase from an official eBay store of a particular brand, the shipping policy will likely be the same as that store's official policy, i.e. items should be processed and sent within a few working days.
If you buy from another eBay seller, however, then shipping is at the discretion of this seller. You are able to message a seller privately to receive shipment updates if you need to.
How do I contact eBay Australia customer support?
You can contact eBay Australia customer support by going to the 'Help" section on the website. There is a comprehensive list of common FAQs, but if you need to speak to a human, you can.
What is eBay Australia's Money Back Guarantee?
eBay Australia's Money Back Guarantee says if you don't receive your item as a buyer, then you're entitled to get your money back. This policy covers most purchases on eBay Australia when purchases are completed through the official checkout system.
eBay shopping tips & tricks
Sign up for eBay Plus: As we mentioned earlier, an eBay Plus membership with eBay Australia is definitely going to be worth the AU$4.99 monthly fee if you use eBay a lot. Not only does it enable you to get free shipping on most items, but you also get access to exclusive discount codes not available to non-members.
Wait for eBay Australia sales: eBay participates in most major sales events throughout the year, including Black Friday and Boxing Day. eBay Australia also hosts its own eBay Plus weekend sale, which sees the price of big-ticket items knocked down considerably, but only if you're an eBay Plus member.
Keep an eye on the Sales & Events page: You'll find this as a tab on the eBay Deals page and it lists all the current promos, with their associated coupon codes, in one place.
Negotiate with sellers: Use the "Make Offer" option if available. Sellers may accept a lower price than the listing if they are eager to sell.
Download the eBay app: If you're bidding on an item, the app will keep you up to date on your bid status. Plus, it offers real-time tracking of items and order updates.
Look at seller ratings: Blue stars for a seller indicates it's been verified for authenticity by eBay, meaning they're trustworthy.
Watch out for shipping costs: There are plenty of sellers offering the exact same item on eBay and you might well find one offering free or cheaper shipping compared to another seller, thus saving you extra cash.
How to use eBay Australia discount codes
1) Choose one of the latest eBay Australia promo codes and click "Get Code" to reveal it.
2) Copy your eBay Australia promo code to your clipboard, then head to the eBay Australia site to start shopping.
3) Add the items you want to buy to your shopping cart as you go, then click the cart icon in the upper right corner when you're ready to order.
4) Your cart should have a list of the items you intend to buy and you will see a large blue button asking you to "go to checkout".
5) At this juncture, you'll be promoted to sign into your eBay account if you aren't already, or you can use Google, Apple or Facebook to log in. If you aren't keen on an eBay account, you can choose the "Checkout as guest" option.
6) On the checkout page, fill in your Send To details, choose your payment method and, finally, below that is a box for adding vouchers or coupon codes. Paste your eBay Australia discount code in that box, click the Apply button and you'll see your final price in the Order Summary box.
7) Click on Confirm and Pay to finalise your purchase.
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