Where do Kraken and OKX differ?

Across the 11 markets in this catalogue, Kraken publishes a local service subject to requirements in 6 of them and OKX in 7. Both publish one in 5 markets, and neither is confirmed in 3.

This page lists differences and gives no overall ranking. A published rate does not prove a product is available where you live, unknown fees are never treated as zero, and commission plays no part in any ordering.

What each published spot rate covers

Kraken

Published rates · Kraken
Rate tableScopeMakerTakerSource and date
Kraken Pro spot · Tier 1 General benchmark 0.40%0.80% 2026-09-05

OKX

Published rates · OKX
Rate tableScopeMakerTakerSource and date
Australia retail · regular tier AU 0.70%0.70% 2026-09-05
European spot · without X-Perps DE、FR 0.20%0.35% 2026-09-05
Singapore · non-accredited account SG 0.10%0.20% 2026-09-05

The scope column lists the markets a rate table covers. A blank scope means a general benchmark, not local availability. Tier-specific and special-product rates are on the platform profiles instead.

What each records market by market

Regional service records side by side
ResidenceKrakenOKX
Australia Local service, subject to requirements Local service, subject to requirements
Canada Local service, subject to requirements Official service restrictions
France Local service, subject to requirements Local service, subject to requirements
Germany Local service, subject to requirements Local service, subject to requirements
Hong Kong Check with the platform before signing up Official service restrictions
New Zealand Check with the platform before signing up Check with the platform before signing up
Singapore Check with the platform before signing up Local service, subject to requirements
Taiwan Check with the platform before signing up Check with the platform before signing up
United Arab Emirates Check with the platform before signing up Local service, subject to requirements
United Kingdom Local service, subject to requirements Local service, subject to requirements
United States US service, excluding NY / ME Service in approved US states

Funding, withdrawal and account requirements

Kraken

Funding
Verified Australian accounts can deposit AUD by Osko/PayID from a same-name Australian bank. The published minimum is AUD 5 with no platform deposit fee. AUD card or Apple/Google Pay processing is 3.75% + AUD 0.25; recheck the route before paying.
Withdrawal
Find the asset and network in Cryptocurrency withdrawal fees and minimums, then check current charges and minimums on the confirmation page. Kraken Pro trading fees, instant-purchase spreads and withdrawals are separate charges to include in your comparison.
Verification
Applicants must be at least 18 and live in a supported area. Prepare valid ID and address information, and provide a face photo if requested. Proof of address should generally be under three months old and show your name and address; see Document requirements for accepted types.
Eligibility
Local spot documentation covers Australia, Canada, the UK, Germany, France and approved US states. New York and Maine residents are excluded. Region, asset and product restrictions are separate; review the selected regional conditions.
Contracting entity
The contracting Payward / Bit Trade entity depends on residence and product; see the local service terms.
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OKX

Funding
OKX charges no receiving fee for crypto deposits; sender costs remain separate. Eligible Australian accounts can deposit AUD from a same-name bank account without an OKX deposit fee. Check bank charges before paying. UAE accounts have separate AED/USD bank routes.
Withdrawal
Withdrawal charges depend on the asset, network and conditions when submitted. Select the asset and network on the official withdrawal page, review its charge and check that the recipient supports that network. Spot rates exclude this cost.
Verification
Select your actual residence on the official registration page and check the entity before preparing verification information. Check the account page for accepted ID and proof-of-address documents in your region. Australian bank funding also requires matching bank and OKX account names.
Eligibility
Australia, Germany, France, Singapore and the UAE have identified service entities with different product and account conditions. Hong Kong and Canada are restricted; US access requires state and territory checks. Read your region below, then confirm your intended service in local terms.
Contracting entity
Australia: OKX Australia Pty Ltd; Europe: OKX Europe Limited; other markets: see service terms
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