Media type · As a share of amount
Percentage fee
A charge proportional to the amount sent.
Key facts
| Charged | As a share of amount |
|---|---|
| Scales | With amount |
| Neutral | To consolidation |
| Watch | Combined with margin |
| Compare | All-in percentage |
Two percentages can stack
A percentage fee and an FX margin both reduce the landed amount. Add them before comparing with a fixed-fee route.
Frequently asked questions
Is the percentage fee the same as the margin?
No. One is a stated fee, the other is embedded in the rate. Both are costs.
Do percentage fees have caps?
Some providers cap them. Check the schedule.