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Kraken trading fees

Last updated: August 30, 2026
By FeeEdge Research · How we check the data

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Kraken charges 0.020% maker / 0.050% taker on perpetual futures and 0.250% maker / 0.400% taker on spot at the base tier (August 30, 2026). That base perps taker ranks #13 of 32 open venues FeeEdge tracks. Futures follow the published volume ladder. Spot stays the curated 0.25%/0.40% base.

To see your real monthly cost on Kraken 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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Kraken fee schedule

FeeKraken
Perps maker0.020%
Perps taker0.050%
Spot maker0.250%
Spot taker0.400%

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

How Kraken compares

On perpetual futures, Kraken's 0.050% base taker fee ranks #13 of 32 (the cheapest is Bitfinex at 0.000%). On spot, Kraken ranks #29 (cheapest is Bitfinex at 0.000%). Futures follow the published volume ladder. Spot stays the curated 0.25%/0.40% base. Maker rebates can change this for active traders.

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 Kraken's trading fees?

Kraken charges roughly 0.020% maker / 0.050% taker on perpetual futures and 0.250% maker / 0.400% taker on spot at the entry tier. Futures follow the published volume ladder through Pro 5. Spot stays the curated 0.25% maker / 0.40% taker base.

Does Kraken have a fee discount?

Kraken does not offer a native-token fee discount. Futures follow the published volume ladder through Pro 5. Spot stays the curated 0.25% maker / 0.40% taker base.

Is Kraken the cheapest crypto exchange?

On base-tier perps Kraken ranks #13 of 32 open venues by taker fee, and #29 on spot. The cheapest venue for you depends on your volume and maker/taker mix. Check it in the calculator.

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