Fees & Payments Policy
Sellers may be charged for using some of Cohart’s services. This Fees & Payments Policy explains your fees and taxes and how to pay them.
This policy is a part of our Terms of Service. By opening a Cohart storefront, you agree to this policy and our Terms of Use.
Types of Fees
Sellers may be required to pay the following types of fees. Please note that all fees are listed as exclusive of any value-added tax (VAT) or similar taxes that may apply. See the Taxes section below for further details.
Commission Fees
Cohart takes a 2.9% processing on sales. For Verified Artists, we give the first 3 months free of commission fees. If a Verified Artist doesn't make at least 3 sales in the first 3 months, we extend our no-commission offer up to the 3rd sale at any point in the future.
Shipping Fees
We charge a percentage of the artwork price to cover shipping and handling costs, with a minimum fee to ensure your artwork arrives safely to its new home. We provide comprehensive shipping support and tracking updates every step of the way.
Domestic Shipping
Standard fee: 5% of artwork price (minimum $5)
Oversized handling fee (when applicable): Additional 10%
International Shipping
Standard fee: 8% of artwork price (minimum $5)
Oversized handling fee (when applicable): Additional 15%
Example:
- If artwork price is $80, domestic shipping would be $5 (as 5% would be $4, below minimum)
- If artwork price is $200, domestic shipping would be $10 (5% of price)
What qualifies as oversized?
For shipping purposes, we consider an artwork oversized if:
- It requires box shipping AND
- Any dimension exceeds 29 inches (74 cm)
Once we receive payment from the buyer, we'll generate the shipping label and work closely with you to ensure proper packaging and safe delivery. As always, we act as your customer service liaison, providing collectors with updates throughout the shipping process.
Note: Shipping fees are calculated automatically at checkout based on the artwork dimensions and shipping requirements you provide. This helps us maintain our commitment to secure art handling while ensuring appropriate coverage for larger shipments.
Duty and tax
Cohart will assist with preparing customs declaration forms, but the buyer is responsible for paying any customs duties or VAT as applicable based on the shipping destination.
Cohart will furnish the seller with the appropriate income tax form at the end of the year if applicable. We encourage sellers to be aware of any self-employment or income tax requirements they may be subject to.