Skrill FAQ
Last reviewed 13 October 2026
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How can I add money to Skrill?
By bank transfer, card (Visa, Mastercard, Diners, JCB) and many local payment methods. In the EEA a bank transfer is free and card deposits cost up to 1.25%; Rapid Transfer costs 1%, Trustly 1.25% and Paysafecard up to 5%. Card deposits cost 1% in the UK and 2.5% in countries such as Canada, India, Nigeria and Brazil.
How do I withdraw money?
- Bank transfer or SWIFT: 1.75% (min. EUR 3.50) — free for VIP members
- Visa card: up to 3.99% (min. EUR 0.99)
- To a NETELLER account: 3.49%
- To a crypto wallet: 2%
Can I send money to other Skrill users?
Yes, instantly, and receiving is free. Sending costs 2.99% (min. EUR 0.50) on the default Skriller level and 1.45% once you are a True Skriller — fully verified, with an eligible card or bank deposit and the Skrill app. VIP members send for free. In some countries an extra fee applies to transfers abroad (e.g. 6.48% from Nigeria and Colombia).
Is paying online merchants free?
Yes, unless a currency conversion is needed.
What does currency conversion cost?
Skrill adds up to 3.99% (euro-area countries) or 4.49% (non-euro EEA countries and most other countries) to its exchange rate. VIP members pay 2.89% (Silver), 2.59% (Gold) or 1.99% (Diamond).
Does Skrill have a card?
The Skrill Prepaid Mastercard is available to residents of the EEA and the UK. It costs EUR 10 to apply plus EUR 10 a year (free for VIPs). ATM withdrawals cost 1.75% (min. EUR 1) and payments in another currency 3.99%. Your first virtual card is free.
Is there an inactivity fee?
Yes. If you do not log in or make a transaction for 6 months, Skrill deducts EUR 5 per month from your balance.
Can I buy cryptocurrency?
In selected countries you can buy and sell over 40 cryptocurrencies for 1.5% per trade (1.3–1.4% for VIPs).
What is Skrill VIP?
Three levels — Silver, Gold and Diamond — from EUR 15,000, 45,000 and 90,000 per quarter in merchant payments and crypto trades. See Skrill and NETELLER VIP programmes explained.
Which countries can use Skrill?
See Skrill supported countries. Skrill no longer accepts new customers from India or Russia.
Open a Skrill accountFees as published by the provider for EEA customers, checked 13 October 2026. Fees vary by country — always check the provider’s fee page before you transact.