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KuCoin Fees

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Futures Trading Fees — Base Tier
Maker
0.0200%
Taker
0.0600%
Pay less on a Perp DEX
KuCoin taker 0.0600% · on Lighter you'd pay 0.0000%, plus rewards.
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Tier 30d Volume KCS ≥ Maker Taker
VIP 0base — 0 0.0200% 0.0600%
VIP 1 $5.0M 1,000 0.0180% 0.0600%
VIP 2 $8.0M 10,000 0.0150% 0.0600%
VIP 3 $16M 20,000 0.0100% 0.0600%
VIP 4 $40M 30,000 0.0080% 0.0600%
VIP 5 $60M 40,000 0.0060% 0.0480%
VIP 6 $120M 50,000 0.0040% 0.0430%
VIP 7 $200M 60,000 0.0020% 0.0390%
VIP 8 $300M 70,000 0.0000% 0.0360%
VIP 9 $400M 80,000 0.0000% 0.0330%
VIP 10 $600M 90,000 0.0000% 0.0300%
VIP 11 $800M 100,000 0.0000% 0.0280%
VIP 12 $1.0B 150,000 0.0000% 0.0250%
Discounts & Terms
Token Discount
Pay fees with KCS for 20% off spot; KCS Loyalty adds a further 0.5%–2% off. From VIP 8 the KCS discount applies to taker only (spot maker is already 0%).
Staking
None. KCS is held — KCS holdings are one way to qualify for a VIP tier and enable the pay-with-KCS discount.
Referral
Commission rebate via referral/affiliate link.
Tier Qualification
Reach a VIP tier by ANY of these terms, whichever puts you highest: KCS holdings, 30-day spot volume, 30-day futures volume, net borrowing, or account net asset. The ladder columns show the KCS-holdings and 30-day-volume thresholds for each tier.
Settlement
USDT-margined (linear) perpetuals; spot settles in the quote asset.
Notes & Caps
Spot pairs are split into Class A / B / C at rising fees — the Spot tab shows Class A (majors like BTC, ETH). Class B is about 2× and Class C about 3× the Class A maker/taker. Futures use a single schedule. KCS discounts apply on top.
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How KuCoin Trading Fees Work

KuCoin trading fees depend on the market, your fee tier and whether an order is maker or taker. The tables above show the standard rates for the products covered on KuCoin and make it easier to understand the current KuCoin fee structure across spot and futures trading.

For derivatives, KuCoin futures fees apply when futures positions are opened or closed. Your effective KuCoin trading fee can vary by fee tier and by whether the order adds or removes liquidity. The KuCoin futures trading fees shown above can also be compared directly with the rates charged by supported Perp DEXs.

KuCoin spot trading fees use a separate schedule from futures. Use the relevant tabs to compare spot and derivatives rates and review how KuCoin exchange fees differ between trading products.

KuCoin fees — FAQ

What are KuCoin fees?

KuCoin fees are the trading charges applied when orders are executed on the exchange. The applicable rate depends on the market, fee tier and whether the order is maker or taker.

What are KuCoin trading fees?

KuCoin trading fees are the maker and taker rates charged on executed trades. Spot and futures markets can use different fee schedules, so the applicable rate depends on the product being traded.

What are KuCoin futures fees?

KuCoin futures fees are the maker and taker charges applied to futures trades. The effective rate depends on the applicable fee tier and whether the order adds or removes liquidity.

What are KuCoin spot trading fees?

KuCoin spot trading fees are the maker and taker charges for spot-market transactions. They are separate from the futures fee schedule, so spot and derivatives costs should be compared independently.

What are KuCoin maker and taker fees?

KuCoin maker fees apply when an order adds liquidity to the order book, while KuCoin taker fees apply when an order removes existing liquidity. Your maker/taker mix therefore affects the total trading cost.

What is the KuCoin fee structure?

The KuCoin fee structure separates trading fees by product and fee tier. The tables above show the rates covered on this page so you can compare spot and futures fees directly.

Is there a KuCoin futures fees calculator?

You can use the fee savings calculator on the PerpDEX Wars futures-fees comparison page to compare KuCoin with supported Perp DEXs based on your trading volume and maker/taker mix.

Is KuCoin cheaper than a Perp DEX?

It depends on the venue, your maker/taker mix, fee tier and any applicable incentives. The comparison above lets you compare KuCoin rates with supported Perp DEXs using the published trading fees.