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How to Deposit GBP (Great British Pounds) Into Your Coinmetro Account

Learn how to deposit GBP into your Coinmetro account in just a few steps

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Written by Sophie
Updated over a week ago

Depositing GBP into your Coinmetro account is a quick and straightforward process, giving you easy access to the platform’s full range of trading and investment features. Whether you're just getting started or adding funds to take advantage of new opportunities, this guide will walk you through the steps to fund your account securely and efficiently.

Here's how to get started.


✅ Step 1: Verify Your Account

Before you can deposit funds, your account must be fully verified. This is a requirement for all transactions on the platform.

Verification includes:

  • Completing your identity check (submitting personal information and a valid ID document)

  • Submitting your residential address.

Simply log into your account and complete the verification process if you haven't already.

💰 Step 2: Go to the Deposit Section

Choose your preferred payment method from the dropdown below to view specific step-by-step deposit instructions.

🏦 How to Deposit GBP via Faster Payments (Bank Transfer)

Please select either the mobile app or the web browser instructions for steps on how to make a GBP Faster Payments deposit.

📱 How to Deposit GBP via Faster Payments on the Mobile App

  1. From the home screen, tap on Deposit.

  2. Tap on GBP to select it as your chosen deposit currency.

  3. Tap on the UK Faster Payments deposit method.

  4. Connect your Account Number and Sort Code to your Coinmetro account.

  5. From your banking app or online account, send your funds to the GBP Faster Payments transfer details shown on the screen.

  6. When done, tap on I've sent my funds.

That's it! Your funds are on the way to your Coinmetro account.

You'll receive an email once we've received the funds and when they've been credited to your Coinmetro account.

Important: Make sure you have connected your bank details so that we can assign the funds to your Coinmetro account without delay. If you didn't connect your account number and sort code before sending the funds, please link them now, then contact customer support.

💻 How to Deposit GBP via Faster Payments on a Web Browser

  1. From your dashboard, click on Deposit.

  2. From the dropdown menu, select GBP - Pound Sterling (Bank Transfer).

  3. Add your Account Number and Sort Code to connect them to your Coinmetro account. If you've previously saved bank details, you can select them from the list.

  4. From your banking app or online account, send your funds to the GBP Faster Payments transfer details shown on the screen.

  5. When done, you can close the pop-up.


That's it! Your funds are on the way to your Coinmetro account.

You'll receive an email once we've received the funds and when they've been credited to your Coinmetro account.

Important: Make sure you have connected your bank details so that we can assign the funds to your Coinmetro account without delay. If you didn't connect your account number and sort code before sending the funds, please link them now, then contact customer support.

💳 How to Deposit GBP Using a Credit or Debit Card

Important: Card deposits are available via the mobile app only.

  1. From the home screen, tap on Deposit.

  2. Tap on GBP to select it as your chosen deposit currency.

  3. Tap on the Credit Card deposit method.

  4. Tap on Add Card and enter your card details. If you've previously saved card details, tap on the card you want to use.

  5. Enter the amount you want to deposit. You can deposit a minimum of 10 GBP and a maximum of 5000 GBP per card deposit.

  6. Tap Confirm to complete the transaction. You may be asked to enter a One-Time Passport (OTP) from your bank for security purposes.

That's it! Your funds are on the way to your Coinmetro account.

You'll receive an email once we've received the funds and when they've been credited to your Coinmetro account.

Important: Coinmetro currently accepts card deposits from Visa or Mastercard only. When entering new card details, you may be asked to provide your billing address (as required by card providers).

📱 How to Deposit GBP Using Apple Pay or Google Pay

Important: Apple Pay or Google Pay deposits are available via the mobile app only.

  1. From the home screen, tap on Deposit.

  2. Tap on GBP to select it as your chosen deposit currency.

  3. Tap on the Apple Pay or Google Pay deposit method.

  4. Enter the amount you want to deposit. You can deposit a minimum of 10 GBP and a maximum of 5000 GBP per Apple Pay/Google Pay deposit.

  5. Tap Confirm, then complete the instructions to complete the transaction. You may be asked to enter a One-Time Passport (OTP) from your bank for security purposes.

That's it! Your funds are on the way to your Coinmetro account.

You'll receive an email once we've received the funds and when they've been credited to your Coinmetro account.

Important: Coinmetro currently accepts card deposits from Visa or Mastercard only. When entering new card details, you may be asked to provide your billing address (as required by card providers).


FAQs

⏱️ How long does it take?

UK Faster Payments

Usually instant, but can take up to four business hours

Credit Card

Usually instant, but can take a few minutes

Apple Pay/Google Pay

Usually instant, but can take a few minutes

💸 What are the deposit limits?

UK Faster Payments

No limits

Credit Card

5,000 GBP per deposit

Apple Pay/Google Pay

5,000 GBP per deposit

Daily & Weekly Limits Based on Credit Card and Apple Pay/Google Pay

Level

Daily Transaction Limits

Weekly Volume Limits

Levels 0-2

Up to 5 per day

5,000 GBP

Levels 3-8

Up to 10/day

40,000 GBP

💸 What are the fees?

Deposit fees may vary depending on your Level.

Credit Card

Levels 1-2: 1.99% deposit fee

Levels 3-8: No deposit fee

Apple Pay/Google Pay

Levels 1-2: 1.99% deposit fee

Levels 3-8: No deposit fee

UK Faster Payments

All Levels: No deposit fee

👥 Can I deposit from a third party?

No, we do not accept deposits from third parties as they are against our Terms of Use. Any deposits made in a name other than your own will be returned at your expense.

❌ Why did my card deposit fail?

Here are some common reasons why your deposit may have failed:

  • The card isn’t enabled for online/crypto payments

  • Insufficient balance or card spending limits

  • The bank doesn’t support crypto transactions

  • Expired card

  • Bank declined the payment (contact your bank)

  • The card used was not issued by Visa or Mastercard (we can only accept deposits from those two providers).

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