How Trading Fees Work on Crypto Exchanges
Cryptocurrency exchanges implement tiered fee structures based on user activity and asset holdings. Your trading costs depend on:
- 30-day trading volume (calculated in AED equivalent)
- Total asset balance (crypto + fiat holdings)
- Order type (maker vs. taker)
Daily updates occur between 8-10 PM UTC to adjust user fee levels automatically.
Standard User Fee Structure
| Asset Balance (AED) | OR | 30-Day Volume (AED) | Maker Fee | Taker Fee | 24h Withdrawal Limit (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 500,000 | 0 - 1,000,000 | 0.300% | 0.550% | 3,500,000 |
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VIP Tier Benefits
Higher trading volumes unlock progressively better rates:
VIP Fee Schedule (AED Equivalent)
| VIP Level | Asset Range | OR | Volume Range | Maker Fee | Taker Fee | Withdrawal Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIP 1 | 500K-1M | 1M-5M | 0.250% | 0.500% | 3.5M | |
| VIP 2 | 1M-2.5M | 5M-10M | 0.225% | 0.450% | 3.5M | |
| VIP 3 | 2.5M-5M | 10M-25M | 0.200% | 0.400% | 3.5M | |
| VIP 4 | 5M-10M | 25M-50M | 0.000% | 0.350% | 35M | |
| VIP 5 | 10M-50M | 50M-100M | -0.005% | 0.300% | 35M | |
| VIP 6 | 50M-100M | 100M-500M | -0.010% | 0.250% | 35M | |
| VIP 7 | 100M-150M | 500M-1B | -0.010% | 0.200% | 35M | |
| VIP 8 | 150M+ | 1B+ | -0.010% | 0.200% | 35M |
Note: Negative maker fees indicate rebates where traders earn from providing liquidity.
Calculating Your Trading Volume
For Crypto Pairs:
- Convert all trades to BTC value at transaction time
- Calculate USD equivalent using daily BTC/USD average
- Convert to AED using current exchange rates
- Sum totals over rolling 30-day period
For AED Pairs:
- Direct AED conversion at trade execution
- Daily volume snapshots at 16:00 UTC
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Maker vs. Taker Orders
Maker Orders:
- Limit orders resting in the order book
- Provide market liquidity
- Example: Placing BTC buy order at $999 when lowest ask is $1,000
Taker Orders:
- Market orders that execute immediately
- Consume existing liquidity
- Example: Buying BTC instantly at current $1,000 ask price
Fee Calculation Examples
Spot Trading (USDT/AED Pair)
- Current rate: 1 USDT = 10 AED
Taker buys 1 USDT at market price:
0.1% × 1 = 0.001 USDT feeMaker sells 1 USDT via limit order:
0.04% × 10 AED = 0.004 AED fee
Futures Trading (BTCUSDT Perpetual)
- Contract specs: 0.01 BTC nominal, 1x multiplier
- Market price: 20,000 USDT
Taker executes 100 contracts (1 BTC):
0.05% × (100 × 1 × 0.01 × 20,000) = 10 USDT
Spread Trading Discounts
All users receive 50% discount on spread trading fees across:
- Spot trading component
- Perpetual swap component
Withdrawal Limits
Daily limits reset at 16:00 UTC based on:
- Sum of all crypto withdrawals converted to USD
- Cannot exceed tier-based USD equivalent cap
Example: Withdrawing 250 USDT + 25 USD in OMG + 15 USD in XRP = 290/300 USD daily limit used.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often are fee levels updated?
Fee tiers recalculate daily between 20:00-22:00 UTC based on your latest 30-day activity.
Do sub-accounts have separate fee levels?
Sub-accounts inherit the main account's fee level starting 16:00 UTC after creation.
What counts toward asset balance calculations?
We snapshot all crypto + fiat holdings at 16:00 UTC daily, using the higher of:
- 30-day average balance
- Current day's balance
How are negative maker fees applied?
Fee rebates credit your account when you provide liquidity at qualifying tiers (VIP 5+).
Can I check fees for my specific region?
Yes, fee schedules may vary by jurisdiction. Always confirm local rates in your account dashboard.