OKX trading fees explained

OKX trading fees vary based on trade type, 30-day trading volume, and OKB holdings, with lower fees for higher volume and OKB users.

Jul 18, 2025 at 05:42 am

What Are Trading Fees on OKX?

OKX trading fees refer to the charges applied to users when they perform trades on the platform. These fees vary depending on the type of trade, the user's trading volume, and whether the user holds OKX's native token, OKB. Understanding these fees is essential for traders to optimize their strategies and manage costs effectively.

OKX applies fees for both maker and taker orders. A maker order is one that adds liquidity to the market, such as a limit order that does not immediately get filled. A taker order removes liquidity, such as a market order or a limit order that gets filled immediately. The fee structure is typically lower for maker orders to incentivize liquidity provision.

Fee Tiers Based on 30-Day Trading Volume

OKX uses a tiered fee structure based on a user's 30-day trading volume. This means that the more you trade, the lower your fees can become. The tiers are designed to reward high-volume traders with reduced costs.

• Tier 0: For users with no OKB holdings and low trading volume.
• Tier 1–4: As trading volume increases, users move up tiers and enjoy lower maker and taker fees.
• VIP Tiers: High-volume traders can qualify for VIP status, which offers even more favorable fee rates.

Each tier is recalculated every hour, and users can check their current fee tier in their account settings under the fee rate section.

Discounts with OKB

Holding OKB, OKX's native utility token, provides users with significant fee discounts across spot, futures, and options trading. The discount level depends on the amount of OKB held and whether it is locked or unlocked.

• Unlocked OKB: Provides a base discount on trading fees.
• Locked OKB: Offers higher discount rates and additional benefits like increased referral rewards.

To apply the OKB discount, users must have a sufficient amount of OKB in their account at the time of the trade. If the OKB balance is insufficient, the discount will not be applied for that trade.

Spot Trading Fees

Spot trading fees are the most common type of fee on OKX. They are charged when users buy or sell cryptocurrencies directly on the exchange.

The standard spot trading fee starts at 0.1% for takers and 0.08% for makers. These rates decrease as users move up the fee tiers or hold OKB.

For example:

• A user with no OKB and low trading volume pays the standard 0.1% taker fee.
• A user with $10,000 in OKB locked and a 30-day trading volume of $1 million may qualify for a 0.02% taker fee.

Users can view their current spot trading fee rate in real-time on the OKX app or website.

Futures Trading Fees

Futures trading fees on OKX include both maker and taker fees, similar to spot trading. However, the fee structure for futures contracts is slightly different and depends on whether the trade is on USDT-margined or coin-margined futures.

• USDT-Margined Futures: Standard taker fee is 0.02%, maker fee is 0.01%.
• Coin-Margined Futures: Slightly lower fees, with taker at 0.015% and maker at 0.0075%.

These fees are also subject to reductions based on 30-day trading volume and OKB holdings. Additionally, futures traders may also incur funding fees when holding positions overnight, which are separate from trading fees.

How to Check Your Fee Rate on OKX

Checking your current fee rate is a straightforward process:

• Log in to your OKX account via the web platform or mobile app.
• Navigate to the Trade section.
• Click on Fee Rate or go to Account Settings > Fee Management.
• You will see your current maker and taker fees for spot and futures trading.

This section also shows your 30-day trading volume, OKB holdings, and current fee tier. It updates in real-time, allowing users to monitor how their trading activity affects their fees.

Commonly Asked Questions

Q: Do OKX trading fees vary by cryptocurrency?

No, OKX applies a uniform fee structure across all cryptocurrencies. However, some stablecoins may have different handling in terms of funding fees for futures.

Q: Can I use OKB from another exchange to get fee discounts on OKX?

Yes, as long as the OKB is transferred to your OKX account and is in your spot wallet, it will count toward your discount.

Q: Are OKX fees charged in the same currency as the trade?

Yes, trading fees are deducted from the quote currency in spot trading. For example, if you trade BTC/USDT, the fee is charged in USDT.

Q: How often are fee tiers updated on OKX?

Fee tiers are recalculated every hour based on your 30-day trading volume and OKB holdings.