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Kraken trading fees

Last updated: October 21, 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 0.400% maker / 0.800% taker on spot at the base tier (October 21, 2026). That base perps taker ranks #13 of 32 open venues FeeEdge tracks. Spot starts at 0.40%/0.80% and follows the published 30-day spot-volume ladder. Futures have a separate ladder.

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 maker0.400%
Spot taker0.800%

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. On spot, Kraken ranks #30. Spot starts at 0.40%/0.80% and follows the published 30-day spot-volume ladder. Futures have a separate ladder. Maker rebates can change this for active traders.

Official fee sources

Trading-fee verification: Kraken August 31, 2026. Token-discount last check: August 17, 2026. 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 0.400% maker / 0.800% taker on spot at the entry tier. Spot and futures follow their published volume ladders through Pro 5. Asset balances and cross-product qualification are not assumed.

Does Kraken have a fee discount?

Kraken does not offer a native-token fee discount. Spot and futures follow their published volume ladders through Pro 5. Asset balances and cross-product qualification are not assumed.

Is Kraken the cheapest crypto exchange?

On base-tier perps Kraken ranks #13 of 32 open venues by taker fee, and #30 on spot. The cheapest venue for you depends on your volume and maker/taker mix. Check it in the calculator.

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