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BitMEX trading fees

Last updated: August 17, 2026
By FeeEdge Research · How we check the data

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No new positions. BitMEX is shutting down on 23 September 2026. New positions stop 26 August. Close positions and withdraw before then. These fees still apply to open positions. You cannot open new ones. If you need somewhere to move, see BitMEX alternatives or compare open venues in the calculator.

BitMEX charges 0.050% maker / 0.050% taker on perpetual futures and 0.050% maker / 0.050% taker on spot at the base tier (August 17, 2026). BitMEX is not ranked against venues that still take new positions.

To see your real monthly cost on BitMEX for your exact volume and trading style, run the FeeEdge calculator. Typical monthly bills are ranked on the $100k/month and $10k/month profiles.

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BitMEX fee schedule

FeeBitMEX
Perps maker0.050%
Perps taker0.050%
Spot maker0.050%
Spot taker0.050%

Rates shown are published base-tier estimates and may change, so always confirm on BitMEX. Maker = limit orders that add liquidity (cheaper); taker = market orders that remove it.

How BitMEX compares

BitMEX is listed for history and for anyone still closing a position. It is not ranked as a place to open. The cheapest open perps taker among venues FeeEdge still treats as destinations is Bitfinex at 0.000%; on spot it is Bitfinex at 0.000%.

Official fee sources

Fee schedules can vary by product, region, promotion, and account tier. Check the exchange page before placing a trade.

FAQ

What are BitMEX's trading fees?

BitMEX charges roughly 0.050% maker / 0.050% taker on perpetual futures and 0.050% maker / 0.050% taker on spot at the entry tier. Fees can drop as your 30-day volume rises on venues that publish a volume path.

Does BitMEX have a fee discount?

BitMEX does not offer a native-token fee discount. Fees can drop as your 30-day volume rises on venues that publish a volume path.

Is BitMEX the cheapest crypto exchange?

BitMEX is not ranked as a destination. Compare the venues that still take new positions in the calculator.

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