Where to buy MultiversX (EGLD)

The two platforms, honestly compared

EGLD is listed on both major Dutch exchanges, which makes the buying decision simple fee arithmetic. Both are MiCA-authorised under the AFM and cover most of the EU/EEA.

• Bitvavo — the larger catalogue, volume-tiered fees (0.25%/0.15% base), free SEPA/iDEAL deposits. Best if you trade frequently.
• Finst — flat 0.15% with no added spread, free deposits, flexible EGLD staking. Best for a few larger purchases.

What buying EGLD actually costs

Deposits are free on both, and EUR withdrawals are free too. The trading fee differs: Finst’s flat 0.15% undercuts Bitvavo’s 0.25% base taker rate for most buyers, while Bitvavo’s volume tiers drop below that for serious traders. On the way out, a crypto withdrawal costs only the MultiversX network fee on Bitvavo, while Finst adds a flat €2.50 on top. If you withdraw regularly, that baseline is a real cost.

Worked example — a €1,000 EGLD purchase:

• Finst: €1,000 × 0.15% = €1.50 in fees, no added spread.
• Bitvavo: €1,000 × 0.25% = €2.50 at the base taker tier.

Withdraw once: only the MultiversX network fee on Bitvavo (a fraction of a cent), or that plus €2.50 on Finst.

How to buy EGLD step by step

1. Create an account on Bitvavo or Finst and complete ID verification.
2. Deposit EUR — free SEPA or iDEAL on both.
3. Place your order — market for instant execution, or a limit order at your price.
4. Decide whether you want to stake — it changes where the EGLD should live (see below).
5. Withdraw to an EGLD address — MultiversX addresses start with erd1; use the xPortal app or a hardware wallet with native support. Send a small test amount first.

The staking difference

EGLD staking has two routes with a meaningful trade-off:

• Exchange staking (custodial) — simple, no wallet management, but the exchange holds the keys.
• Self-custody delegation — keep the keys in your own wallet and delegate to a staking provider. The catch: a 10-day unbonding period when you undelegate.

If you plan to stake EGLD long-term, self-custody delegation is the route that actually gives you ownership — plan around the 10-day unbond if you may need liquidity.

After you buy

An exchange balance is custodial — Bitvavo and Finst hold your EGLD on your behalf. For anything you plan to keep, withdraw to a self-custody wallet (see our MultiversX wallet guide). If you want staking rewards, note the difference: EGLD staked on an exchange is custodial staking; delegation from your own wallet keeps the keys with you, with a 10-day unbonding period.

Who should buy on which platform

• Stakers — decide custody first: exchange staking (custodial, no unbond) vs self-custody delegation (10-day unbond, full ownership). That decision matters more than the fee difference.
• One-time buyers — Finst’s flat 0.15% is cheaper for a single EGLD position.
• Frequent movers — Bitvavo’s network-fee-only withdrawals win if you move EGLD to a wallet regularly.

Delegation in practice

Self-custody EGLD staking works through the xPortal app’s delegation dashboard: you pick a staking provider, delegate, and rewards are credited automatically. Two details most guides omit:

• Minimums are low — delegation is designed for small holders, unlike some networks that require validator-sized stakes.
• Undelegating is not instant — the 10-day unbonding applies to the whole delegated amount, so keep some EGLD undelegated if you might need liquidity.

The xPortal app is the same wallet that holds your EGLD, so there is no extra software — just the delegation step and the unbonding patience.

Exchanges compared

Verified 6 Aug 2026.

How we evaluate

Every recommendation is based on our published methodology: we separate self-custody wallets, hardware wallets, custodial exchanges and buying platforms, and score each with its own criteria. We label everything as hands-on tested, documentation reviewed, or not yet tested. Commissions never determine rankings.

Read our full methodology

Sources & evidence

• OfficialBitvavo — MultiversX listing ↗
• OfficialFinst — MultiversX listing ↗
• OfficialBitvavo — fees ↗
• OfficialFinst — fees ↗

Changelog

• 8 Aug 2026Expanded to full buy anatomy: step-by-step purchase flow, worked fee examples and EGLD staking guidance.

Frequently asked questions

Is MultiversX listed on Bitvavo?

Yes — Bitvavo lists EGLD for trading and withdrawals, with free SEPA/iDEAL deposits and MiCA authorisation (AFM).

Is MultiversX listed on Finst?

Yes — Finst lists EGLD for spot trading with SEPA/iDEAL deposits, flat 0.15% fees and MiCA authorisation (AFM).

Can I withdraw EGLD from Bitvavo or Finst?

Yes — both support withdrawals to external wallets on the MultiversX network. Bitvavo charges only the network fee; Finst adds a €2.50 fixed baseline per crypto withdrawal.

Which exchange is cheaper for buying EGLD?

On withdrawals, Bitvavo passes on only the MultiversX network fee, Finst adds a €2.50 baseline — and if you plan to delegate EGLD, remember the 10-day unbonding applies to in-wallet delegation, not exchange staking.

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