{"id":9815,"date":"2026-04-30T09:28:57","date_gmt":"2026-04-30T09:28:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/paybis.com\/blog\/?p=9815"},"modified":"2026-04-30T09:28:58","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T09:28:58","slug":"how-to-buy-crypto-in-france","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/paybis.com\/blog\/how-to-buy-crypto-in-france\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Buy Crypto in France: A Step-by-Step Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"text-bg-color\" id=\"block_4f29801cf266c0111f667b200501cf9f\">\r    <div class=\"text-bg-color__content\">\r        <div class=\"text-bg-color__title\">Key Takeaways<\/div>        <p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/paybis.com\/\">Buying Bitcoin<\/a> or other cryptocurrencies in France is fully legal and regulated under <a href=\"https:\/\/paybis.com\/blog\/tags\/business\/mica\/\">MiCA<\/a>, the EU&#8217;s unified crypto framework<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/support.paybis.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/5119466498333-How-to-buy-with-a-SEPA-Bank-Transfer\">SEPA bank transfer<\/a> is the most cost-effective payment method for French buyers<\/li>\n<li>France taxes crypto gains at a flat 30% rate (PFU), one of the simplest tax structures in Europe<\/li>\n<li>On Paybis, your first purchase of each cryptocurrency with a card carries a 0% service fee<\/li>\n<li>Paybis supports credit and debit card purchases with <a href=\"https:\/\/paybis.com\/about-us\/working-times\/\">24\/7 human support<\/a> and a 1-2 minute response time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n    <\/div>\r<\/div>\n\n\n<p>France is one of the most crypto-active countries in Europe. Millions of French residents hold digital assets, and the regulatory framework is now among the clearest on the continent. MiCA, the EU&#8217;s Markets in Crypto-Assets regulation, came into full effect in December 2024 and covers every platform operating across all 27 member states.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re buying for the first time, the process is simpler than most people expect. Pick a regulated platform, verify your identity, and make your purchase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide walks through every step in plain language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is it legal to buy crypto in France?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"text-bg-color\" id=\"block_598f73f36ff0f0a4d5bf60091048bdd4\">\r    <div class=\"text-bg-color__content\">\r                <p><strong>Yes. Buying, holding, and selling cryptocurrency is completely legal in France. Platforms operating in the EU must comply with MiCA, the EU&#8217;s crypto regulatory framework, which came into full effect in December 2024.<\/strong><\/p>\n    <\/div>\r<\/div>\n\n\n<p>France was actually ahead of most EU countries on crypto regulation. The AMF (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amf-france.org\/fr\">Autorit\u00e9 des March\u00e9s Financiers<\/a>) introduced a PSAN registration framework in 2019, which required crypto service providers to meet <a href=\"https:\/\/paybis.com\/policies\/aml\/\">anti-money laundering and KYC standards<\/a> before operating in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MiCA has since replaced and expanded that framework at the EU level. Any platform serving French users now operates under the same unified rulebook that applies across all 27 EU member states. For you as a buyer, that means any licensed platform has been vetted for compliance, consumer protection, and financial stability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What do you need before buying crypto in France?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>To buy crypto in France, you need a government-issued ID, a payment method, and an email address. Most platforms complete identity verification in under 10 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s what to have ready:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Government-issued ID<\/strong>: Passport or national identity card (CNI)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A working email address<\/strong>: For account creation and transaction records<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A payment method<\/strong>: Credit card, debit card, or a bank account for SEPA transfers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A phone number<\/strong>: Most platforms use SMS verification during signup<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You don&#8217;t need a crypto wallet before your first purchase. Most beginners buy directly on a platform and keep their crypto there initially. Moving to a self-custody wallet becomes relevant once you&#8217;re holding larger amounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do you buy crypto in France step by step?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"text-bg-color\" id=\"block_468ed441f5e264af005000427c4ec910\">\r    <div class=\"text-bg-color__content\">\r                <p><strong>The process has four steps: choose a regulated platform, verify your identity, select your crypto and amount, then complete your purchase.<\/strong><\/p>\n    <\/div>\r<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s what each step looks like in practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Choose a platform<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Look for a platform that is MiCA-compliant and supports SEPA transfers or card payments in euros. Paybis operates across 180+ countries, supports purchases in EUR, and has real human support available 24\/7 with a response time of 1 to 2 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Create and verify your account<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sign up with your email, set a password, and complete KYC verification. You&#8217;ll upload a photo of your ID and take a selfie. The process takes around 5 to 10 minutes on most platforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Choose your crypto and amount<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Decide what you want to buy and how much you want to spend in euros. You don&#8217;t need to buy a whole Bitcoin. Every cryptocurrency is divisible, so you can start with \u20ac50 if that&#8217;s where you&#8217;re comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4: Select your payment method and confirm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Choose between card payment or SEPA transfer. Review the fees before confirming. Once the transaction processes, your crypto lands in your platform account or gets sent to a wallet address you specify.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><picture class=\"attachment-pinterest\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/paybis.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/How-to-buy-crypto-in-France-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9816\" style=\"width:699px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/paybis.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/How-to-buy-crypto-in-France-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/paybis.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/How-to-buy-crypto-in-France-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/paybis.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/How-to-buy-crypto-in-France-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/paybis.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/How-to-buy-crypto-in-France-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/paybis.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/How-to-buy-crypto-in-France.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><a href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpaybis.com%2Fblog%2Fhow-to-buy-crypto-in-france%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fpaybis.com%2Fblog%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F04%2FHow-to-buy-crypto-in-France-1024x683.webp&description=How+to+Buy+Crypto+in+France%3A+A+Step-by-Step+Guide\" class=\"pin-it-button\" target=\"_blank\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M12.289,2C6.617,2,3.606,5.648,3.606,9.622c0,1.846,1.025,4.146,2.666,4.878c0.25,0.111,0.381,0.063,0.439-0.169 c0.044-0.175,0.267-1.029,0.365-1.428c0.032-0.128,0.017-0.237-0.091-0.362C6.445,11.911,6.01,10.75,6.01,9.668 c0-2.777,2.194-5.464,5.933-5.464c3.23,0,5.49,2.108,5.49,5.122c0,3.407-1.794,5.768-4.13,5.768c-1.291,0-2.257-1.021-1.948-2.277 c0.372-1.495,1.089-3.112,1.089-4.191c0-0.967-0.542-1.775-1.663-1.775c-1.319,0-2.379,1.309-2.379,3.059 c0,1.115,0.394,1.869,0.394,1.869s-1.302,5.279-1.54,6.261c-0.405,1.666,0.053,4.368,0.094,4.604 c0.021,0.126,0.167,0.169,0.25,0.063c0.129-0.165,1.699-2.419,2.142-4.051c0.158-0.59,0.817-2.995,0.817-2.995 c0.43,0.784,1.681,1.446,3.013,1.446c3.963,0,6.822-3.494,6.822-7.833C20.394,5.112,16.849,2,12.289,2\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/picture><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The first purchase takes the longest because of KYC. Every purchase after that is much faster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<!-- Compact CTA Banner for Crypto Apps Article -->\n<style>\n.crypto-cta-banner {\n    margin: 40px auto !important;\n    font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, sans-serif !important;\n    clear: both !important;\n    max-width: 100% !important;\n    position: relative !important;\n}\n\n.crypto-cta-banner .crypto-cta-link {\n    display: block !important;\n    background: linear-gradient(135deg, #1a1a1a 0%, #2d2d2d 100%) !important;\n    padding: 28px 32px !important;\n    border: 3px solid #667eea !important;\n    transition: all 0.3s ease !important;\n    cursor: pointer !important;\n    text-decoration: none !important;\n    box-sizing: border-box !important;\n}\n\n.crypto-cta-banner .crypto-cta-link:hover {\n    transform: translateY(-3px) !important;\n    box-shadow: 0 10px 25px rgba(102, 126, 234, 0.4) !important;\n    border-color: #764ba2 !important;\n    text-decoration: none !important;\n}\n\n.crypto-cta-banner .crypto-cta-content {\n    display: flex !important;\n    flex-direction: column !important;\n    gap: 20px !important;\n    align-items: center !important;\n}\n\n.crypto-cta-banner .crypto-cta-text {\n    color: white !important;\n    text-align: center !important;\n    max-width: 700px !important;\n}\n\n.crypto-cta-banner .crypto-cta-headline {\n    font-size: 28px !important;\n    font-weight: 700 !important;\n    margin: 0 0 8px 0 !important;\n    padding: 0 !important;\n    color: white !important;\n    line-height: 1.3 !important;\n}\n\n.crypto-cta-banner .crypto-cta-subtext {\n    font-size: 14px !important;\n    margin: 0 !important;\n    padding: 0 !important;\n    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.85) !important;\n    line-height: 1.5 !important;\n}\n\n.crypto-cta-banner .crypto-cta-action {\n    width: 100% !important;\n    display: flex !important;\n    justify-content: center !important;\n}\n\n.crypto-cta-banner .crypto-buy-button {\n    background: linear-gradient(135deg, #667eea 0%, #764ba2 100%) !important;\n    color: white !important;\n    border: none !important;\n    padding: 14px 40px !important;\n    font-size: 16px !important;\n    font-weight: 700 !important;\n    cursor: pointer !important;\n    transition: all 0.3s ease !important;\n    white-space: nowrap !important;\n    box-shadow: 0 4px 15px rgba(102, 126, 234, 0.3) !important;\n    text-decoration: none !important;\n    display: inline-block !important;\n    text-align: center !important;\n}\n\n.crypto-cta-banner .crypto-buy-button:hover {\n    transform: scale(1.05) !important;\n    box-shadow: 0 6px 20px rgba(102, 126, 234, 0.5) !important;\n    text-decoration: none !important;\n}\n\n\/* Mobile Responsive *\/\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\n    .crypto-cta-banner .crypto-cta-link {\n        padding: 24px 20px !important;\n    }\n    \n    .crypto-cta-banner .crypto-cta-content {\n        gap: 18px !important;\n    }\n    \n    .crypto-cta-banner .crypto-cta-headline {\n        font-size: 24px !important;\n    }\n    \n    .crypto-cta-banner .crypto-cta-subtext {\n        font-size: 13px !important;\n    }\n    \n    .crypto-cta-banner .crypto-buy-button {\n        padding: 13px 36px !important;\n        font-size: 15px !important;\n    }\n}\n\n@media (max-width: 480px) {\n    .crypto-cta-banner .crypto-cta-link {\n        padding: 20px 16px !important;\n    }\n    \n    .crypto-cta-banner .crypto-cta-headline {\n        font-size: 20px !important;\n    }\n    \n    .crypto-cta-banner .crypto-cta-subtext {\n        font-size: 12px !important;\n    }\n    \n    .crypto-cta-banner .crypto-buy-button {\n        width: 85% !important;\n        padding: 12px 28px !important;\n        font-size: 14px !important;\n    }\n}\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"crypto-cta-banner\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/paybis.com\/buy-bitcoin-with-bank-account\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"crypto-cta-link\">\n        <div class=\"crypto-cta-content\">\n            <div class=\"crypto-cta-text\">\n                <h3 class=\"crypto-cta-headline\">Buy Bitcoin in minutes, not days.<\/h3>\n                <p class=\"crypto-cta-subtext\">Same-day verification. 20+ payment methods. No hidden fees.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n            \n            <div class=\"crypto-cta-action\">\n                <button class=\"crypto-buy-button\">\n                    Buy Bitcoin Now \u2192\n                <\/button>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What payment methods can you use in France?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"text-bg-color\" id=\"block_c538e9f5fc65aa579da98fb0b0f2339a\">\r    <div class=\"text-bg-color__content\">\r                <p><strong>French buyers have three main options on Paybis: credit card, debit card, and SEPA bank transfer. SEPA is the most cost-effective for larger amounts. Card is the fastest for instant purchases.<\/strong><\/p>\n    <\/div>\r<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s how each one works:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Credit card<\/strong>: The fastest option. Your purchase goes through in minutes, which matters when prices are moving. Fees are higher than SEPA, typically between 4.5% and 8.5%, depending on the card type and currency. Some French banks flag crypto purchases on credit cards, so it&#8217;s worth checking with yours before you try.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Debit card<\/strong>: Works the same way as a credit card in terms of speed. Fees sit in the same range. Most French Visa and Mastercard debit cards are accepted on major platforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SEPA transfer<\/strong>: The standard bank transfer system used across the eurozone. Slower than card (transfers typically take 1 business day), but significantly cheaper for larger amounts. If you&#8217;re buying over \u20ac500, SEPA is usually the better choice in terms of fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What cryptocurrencies can you buy in France?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"text-bg-color\" id=\"block_5fef16dfea661daffd1c1d5d7a94da2f\">\r    <div class=\"text-bg-color__content\">\r                <p><strong>French residents can buy 90+ cryptocurrencies on Paybis, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDT, Solana, XRP, and Litecoin.<\/strong><\/p>\n    <\/div>\r<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Bitcoin and Ethereum account for the majority of purchases across Europe by volume. Beyond those two, the market in France has followed broader European trends toward stablecoins and layer-1 alternatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most commonly bought cryptocurrencies in France:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bitcoin (BTC)<\/strong>: The largest by market cap and the most widely held<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/paybis.com\/buy-ethereum\/\">Ethereum (ETH)<\/a><\/strong>: The backbone of most decentralised applications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/paybis.com\/buy-tether\/\">USDT (Tether)<\/a><\/strong>: A stablecoin pegged to the US dollar, widely used for preserving value in euros without converting back to fiat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/paybis.com\/buy-solana\/\">Solana (SOL)<\/a><\/strong>: One of the fastest blockchains with growing adoption across Europe<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>XRP<\/strong>: Used for cross-border payments, popular across EU markets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/paybis.com\/buy-litecoin\/\">Litecoin (LTC)<\/a><\/strong>: An older alternative to Bitcoin with faster settlement times<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re buying for the first time, Bitcoin and Ethereum are the natural starting point. They have the deepest liquidity and the widest support across every major platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do you pay taxes on crypto in France?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"text-bg-color\" id=\"block_60c9ed43245a7713356cc160ed37a3d4\">\r    <div class=\"text-bg-color__content\">\r                <p><strong>Yes. France taxes crypto gains at a flat 30% rate under the Pr\u00e9l\u00e8vement Forfaitaire Unique (PFU). This flat rate applies to capital gains from crypto disposals and covers both income tax and social charges.<\/strong><\/p>\n    <\/div>\r<\/div>\n\n\n<p>France has one of the simplest crypto tax structures in Europe. Unlike progressive income tax systems, where your rate depends on your total annual income, the PFU applies a single 30% rate to all crypto gains regardless of what you earn otherwise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s how it works:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/paybis.com\/blog\/bitcoin-taxes\/\">Taxable event<\/a><\/strong>: Any disposal of crypto for euros, other assets, or goods triggers a taxable event<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rate<\/strong>: 30% flat on the net gain (12.8% income tax + 17.2% social charges)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Calculation<\/strong>: Proceeds minus your cost base, calculated using the weighted average cost method across your entire holding of that coin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Threshold<\/strong>: Gains below \u20ac305 per year are exempt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>One important distinction: crypto-to-crypto trades are <strong>not<\/strong> taxable in France. Swapping Bitcoin for Ethereum does not trigger tax. Only the conversion to euros or spending on goods and services does. This is meaningfully different from Canada, the UK, and the US.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reporting goes on the annual income declaration (formulaire 2086). Every taxable sale must be declared, with the acquisition price and sale price in euros.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do you store crypto safely in France?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"text-bg-color\" id=\"block_efe23028c4f351c8ec9d4090c40a50c3\">\r    <div class=\"text-bg-color__content\">\r                <p><strong>You have two options: keep it on the platform where you bought it (custodial), or move it to a private wallet you control (self-custody). Which makes sense depends on how much you&#8217;re holding and how comfortable you are managing your own keys.<\/strong><\/p>\n    <\/div>\r<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Custodial storage (on-platform)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The platform holds your private keys on your behalf. Convenient, beginner-friendly, and comes with account recovery if you lose access. The tradeoff is that your funds are exposed to the platform&#8217;s security posture. If the exchange has problems, your access to funds could be affected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Paybis has served 5M+ users since 2014 with a Trustpilot score of 4\/5 across 30,000+ reviews. For most beginners, starting here is a reasonable approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Self-custody (<a href=\"https:\/\/paybis.com\/bitcoin-wallet\/\">your own wallet<\/a>)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You hold the private keys. For larger positions, a hardware wallet keeps your keys completely offline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most experienced holders operate by one rule: ownership of crypto is determined by who holds the private keys. The bigger your position, the more that matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What fees should you expect when buying crypto in France?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"text-bg-color\" id=\"block_4961b13f86d18b6c4414447db40704ec\">\r    <div class=\"text-bg-color__content\">\r                <p><strong>On Paybis, the service fee is 1.49% from your second purchase of the same cryptocurrency onward. Your first purchase of each crypto carries a 0% Paybis service fee. The processing fee ranges from 4.5% to 8.5% depending on your payment method.<\/strong><\/p>\n    <\/div>\r<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s how the fee structure breaks down:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n#pb-sepa-fees {\n  all: revert;\n  font-family: 'Graphik', 'Inter', 'Segoe UI', system-ui, -apple-system, sans-serif;\n  box-sizing: border-box;\n}\n#pb-sepa-fees *, #pb-sepa-fees *::before, #pb-sepa-fees *::after { box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0; padding: 0; }\n#pb-sepa-fees {\n  --primary: #090B1C; --secondary-lt: #A4A7E3;\n  --row-odd: #ffffff; --row-even: #F4F5FF; --border: #E2E4F3; --text: #090B1C; --text-muted: #6B7280;\n}\n#pb-sepa-fees .table-container { border-radius: 14px; box-shadow: 0 6px 32px rgba(9,11,28,.1); overflow: hidden; border: 1px solid var(--border); }\n#pb-sepa-fees table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; table-layout: fixed; }\n#pb-sepa-fees col:nth-child(1) { width: 55%; }\n#pb-sepa-fees col:nth-child(2) { width: 45%; }\n#pb-sepa-fees thead tr { background: var(--primary); }\n#pb-sepa-fees thead th { padding: 20px 22px; text-align: left; color: var(--secondary-lt); font-size: 11px; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: .08em; text-transform: uppercase; }\n#pb-sepa-fees tbody tr:nth-child(odd)  { background: var(--row-odd); }\n#pb-sepa-fees tbody tr:nth-child(even) { background: var(--row-even); }\n#pb-sepa-fees tbody tr:not(:last-child) td { border-bottom: 1px solid var(--border); }\n#pb-sepa-fees tbody tr:last-child td { border-bottom: none; }\n#pb-sepa-fees tbody td { padding: 16px 22px; vertical-align: middle; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 400; color: var(--text); line-height: 1.6; }\n#pb-sepa-fees tbody td:first-child { font-size: 11px; font-weight: 600; color: var(--text-muted); text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: .06em; }\n@media (max-width: 600px) { #pb-sepa-fees tbody td, #pb-sepa-fees thead th { padding: 13px 14px; font-size: 12px; } }\n<\/style>\n<div id=\"pb-sepa-fees\">\n  <div class=\"table-container\">\n    <table>\n      <colgroup><col \/><col \/><\/colgroup>\n      <thead>\n        <tr>\n          <th>Fee Type<\/th>\n          <th>Amount<\/th>\n        <\/tr>\n      <\/thead>\n      <tbody>\n        <tr>\n          <td>Paybis service fee (1st purchase per asset)<\/td>\n          <td>0%<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n        <tr>\n          <td>Paybis service fee (subsequent purchases)<\/td>\n          <td>1.49%<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n        <tr>\n          <td>Processing fee (card or SEPA)<\/td>\n          <td>4.5% to 8.5%<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n        <tr>\n          <td>Network fee<\/td>\n          <td>Dynamic, based on real-time blockchain conditions<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n      <\/tbody>\n    <\/table>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond the platform fee, watch for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Spread<\/strong>: The difference between the buy and sell price. 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