Skrill vs bank wire for forex broker deposits — which is better?
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Which forex brokers accept Skrill deposits in 2026?
As of 24 September 2026, 18 of the 22 EU/UK-regulated brokers we list for EU and UK clients show Skrill, including Pepperstone, XTB, eToro, Tickmill, FxPro, IC Markets, AvaTrade and Plus500. IG, Saxo Bank, Swissquote and Interactive Brokers do not. Fees are set by each broker and by Skrill; check the broker’s funding page before depositing.
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.
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