Quick Summary
Key Features
- Virtual + physical prepaid card (Visa in the US, Mastercard in the UK/EEA)
- No monthly fee; first virtual card issued free on approval
- In-wallet crypto buy/sell with market, limit and recurring orders
- 3.99% currency-conversion markup, reduced to 1.99% at the Diamond VIP tier
Main Advantages
- Free virtual card issuance
- Broad coverage — available across 8 regions
- Both virtual and physical card options
Notable Limitations
- Terms change often — the provider's live numbers are final
The cards
Every format Skrill issues — pick the one that fits how you spend.
Skrill Virtual
Skrill Physical
1Can I get this card?
Supported Countries Map — powered by our availability data.
Skrill: Reported in 83 countries across 8 regions (United States, United Kingdom, Europe, Middle East, Africa, India, Asia-Pacific, Latin America).
Coverage reported by the provider — the exact applicant list is confirmed in-app.
2What does it cost?
Every fee we could verify for the Skrill card.
Fees verified October 13, 2026 from public web sources. Fees change often — always confirm the app's live numbers before signing up. This page is for information only, not financial advice.
| Fee | Skrill Virtual | Skrill Physical |
|---|---|---|
| Issuance fee | $0 first virtual card | $0 first virtual card |
| Monthly fee | $0/mo | $0/mo |
| FX fee | Varies by region — confirm in-app | Varies by region — confirm in-app |
3What do I get?
Perks, rewards and capabilities that come with the card.
| Category | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Card options | Virtual + physical prepaid card (Visa in the US, Mastercard in the UK/EEA) |
| Card options | No monthly fee; first virtual card issued free on approval |
| Mobile wallets | In-wallet crypto buy/sell with market, limit and recurring orders |
| Spending & FX | 3.99% currency-conversion markup, reduced to 1.99% at the Diamond VIP tier |
| Rewards | Knect loyalty points earned on eligible transactions |
4What do they need from me?
What you will have to provide or meet to get and use the card.
| Requirement | What it means |
|---|---|
| Identity check | ID verification required — verify your identity in the app before ordering |
| Funding | You will need a way to load the card: Bank transfer, Debit/credit card top-up, Retail cash top-up (fee-free at US partner stores), Crypto deposit/sell within the wallet |
| Age | You must be 18 or older to apply |
Card specs
| Feature | Skrill |
|---|---|
| Virtual card issuance | $0 first virtual card |
| Monthly / annual fee | $0/mo |
| Card network | Visa / Mastercard |
| Card type | Virtual + Physical |
| KYC | ID verification required |
| Top-up methods | Bank transfer, Debit/credit card top-up, Retail cash top-up (fee-free at US partner stores), Crypto deposit/sell within the wallet |
| Supported assets | 40+ fiat currencies, 90+ cryptocurrencies (in-wallet buy/sell, where available) |
| Regions | United States, United Kingdom, Europe, Middle East, Africa, India, Asia-Pacific, Latin America |
Rating breakdown
Pros & cons
Pros
- Virtual + physical prepaid card (Visa in the US, Mastercard in the UK/EEA)
- No monthly fee; first virtual card issued free on approval
- In-wallet crypto buy/sell with market, limit and recurring orders
- 3.99% currency-conversion markup, reduced to 1.99% at the Diamond VIP tier
Cons
- Availability varies by region — confirm in-app
- Fees may change — check live numbers
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Skrill virtual card cost?
The virtual card issuance fee is listed as $0 first virtual card. First virtual card application is free ($0); $2.50 per subsequent virtual card or replacement. First physical card is $0 for qualifying fully-verified users, otherwise $10. No shipping fee. (Official US fee schedule, updated 2026.07.1.) Fees change often — confirm in the app.
Which countries support Skrill?
Skrill is available in: United States, United Kingdom, Europe, Middle East, Africa, India, Asia-Pacific, Latin America. Digital wallet open in 130+ countries; prepaid card (Visa in the US, Mastercard in the UK/EEA) issued in around 30 countries. US access is limited to select states and a subset of features — always confirm eligibility in-app.
Does Skrill require KYC?
ID verification is required for this platform based on our research. Requirements can vary by region — check the app for your country.
What can I top up the Skrill card with?
Supported top-up methods: Bank transfer, Debit/credit card top-up, Retail cash top-up (fee-free at US partner stores), Crypto deposit/sell within the wallet.
Our verdict
Skrill scores 8.3/10 in our rating system. Veteran digital wallet (running since 2001) pairing a free first virtual card with in-wallet crypto trading across 130+ countries
Get the Skrill card
Apply directly with the provider — check current fees and availability for your country in their app.
Visit Skrill's official site →Fees verified October 13, 2026. Always confirm live numbers in-app.