An independent look at DEGIRO's fees, features, and who it tends to suit - not a recommendation.
DEGIRO is a Netherlands-based broker known for low-cost access to stocks and ETFs across more than 45 exchanges in 30 countries. Its "Core Selection" of ETFs is available at a low flat handling fee on the Tradegate exchange.
| Stock commission | Athens: €1.50 (€0.50 + €1 handling); US: €2 (€1 + €1 handling); other European exchanges vary (€3.90 + €1 handling shown for European shares) |
|---|---|
| ETF commission (Core Selection, Tradegate) | €1 handling fee |
| ETF commission (other exchanges) | €3 per trade |
| FX fee | 0.25% |
| Custody / inactivity fee | €0 |
| Connectivity fee | 0.25% of account value, capped at €2.50 per exchange per calendar year (not charged on the domestic market or on Tradegate Core Selection ETFs) |
DEGIRO offers access to stocks and ETFs across a very wide range of international exchanges. Core Selection ETFs traded on Tradegate carry a flat €1 handling fee per transaction, making DEGIRO one of the lower-cost options for ETF-focused, buy-and-hold investors who stick to that selection.
DEGIRO does not offer fractional shares. Every purchase is for a whole share or ETF unit, which can matter if you're investing small, fixed amounts each month into a higher-priced stock or fund.
DEGIRO does not currently offer an automated savings plan or auto-invest feature - trades are placed manually.
DEGIRO is regulated by the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) and De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB). It operates through flatexDEGIRO Bank SE, which is supervised by Germany's BaFin.
DEGIRO tends to suit investors who want broad international market access and are comfortable buying whole shares/units, particularly those focused on Core Selection ETFs where the per-trade cost is low. It may suit less well those who want to invest small, fixed euro amounts automatically each month.
How much does DEGIRO charge for ETFs?
Core Selection ETFs on Tradegate cost a €1 handling fee. ETFs outside the Core Selection cost €3 per transaction, potentially plus a connectivity fee (0.25% of account value, capped at €2.50 per exchange per calendar year).
Does DEGIRO offer fractional shares?
No. Only whole shares or ETF units can be purchased.
Is DEGIRO regulated?
Yes, by the Dutch AFM and DNB, operating through flatexDEGIRO Bank SE (supervised by BaFin).
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