Skrill vs bank wire for forex broker deposits — which is better?
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Which forex brokers accept Skrill deposits in 2026?
Skrill is accepted by most EU brokers including Exness, Pepperstone, Tickmill, FxPro, FBS, AvaTrade, and Plus500. Deposits are typically instant and fee-free at the broker end; Skrill itself may charge a 1-2% fee depending on funding source. Withdrawals to Skrill normally process within 24 hours.
How do I deposit to a forex broker via bank wire?
Bank wire deposits to forex brokers take 1-3 business days for SEPA and 2-5 days for SWIFT. Log into the broker portal, select Deposit > Bank Wire, copy the unique reference code, and submit a transfer via your online banking. Funds appear in the trading account once the broker compliance team matches the reference.
Do forex brokers charge fees for credit card deposits?
Most top-tier brokers absorb the card-processing fee on deposits — Exness, Pepperstone, IC Markets, and XM all charge 0% on Visa/Mastercard. Some brokers (FxPro, Saxo) pass on a 1.5-2.5% fee. Card issuers may treat the transfer as a cash advance and apply their own 3-4% fee — check the card terms.