Fee schedule, entry tier
2026-10-27| Spot maker / taker | 0.16% / 0.26% |
|---|---|
| Futures maker / taker | 0.02% / 0.055% |
| Deposit | Free |
| Withdrawal | Network fee, varies by chain |
At a glance
| Type | Exchange |
|---|---|
| Supported assets | 1407 |
| Fiat on-ramps | USD, EUR, GBP |
| KYC required | Yes |
| Jurisdiction | United States · global |
| Availability | Global (excl. US for some products) |
| Editorial score | 4.4 / 5 |
Works well
- Volume and market count are published, so the row can be checked
- Entry-tier fees are stated on the public fee page
- API access for balances and orders
Watch out for
- Withdrawal fees are flat and change without notice
- Jurisdiction and entity differ from the marketing brand
What Kraken is
Kraken is a centralised exchange venue launched in Jul 2011. At our last check it reported $980M of 24-hour turnover across 1,407 markets, with $55.3B in 30-day volume.
Fees
Spot trading is priced at 0.16% maker and 0.26% taker on the published entry tier. Deposit fees are usually zero; the withdrawal fee depends on the network you use and is the number that dominates small transfers.
Access and custody
Headquartered in United States · global. Identity verification: Yes. Available in: Global, with restrictions in some markets. Kraken supports fiat on-ramps in major currencies where it is licensed.
What to check before you deposit
Confirm the legal entity on your statement, test a withdrawal before you size a position, and keep a record of the cost basis at the moment any reward is credited.
Figures re-checked 2026-10-27. Volume is reported by the venue and can be inflated; we do not adjust it.
Frequently asked questions
What does Kraken charge per trade?
0.16% maker and 0.26% taker on the published entry tier. VIP tiers reduce this with volume.
Does Kraken require KYC?
Yes. Identity verification is required before trading or withdrawing.
How we verify
Chain188
Every offer is re-checked against the official terms page, the bonus amount and the expiry date before it is published, and again whenever a campaign changes.