Buying crypto is no longer limited to bank transfers and cards. Several major exchanges have quietly expanded their payment stacks, and the latest additions are game changers for everyday buyers. Apple Pay and Google Pay are now live in key regions across OKX, PrimeXBT, and MEXC, giving you faster transactions without leaving your usual checkout habits behind.
Key takeaways:
- OKX Australia activates Apple Pay and Google Pay for AUD crypto purchases.
- PrimeXBT and MEXC introduce Apple Pay and Google Pay for instant deposits without fees.
- Launch promos include zero fees and bonuses in select regions.
OKX Brings Apple Pay and Google Pay to Australia
OKX Australia has activated1 Apple Pay and Google Pay for AUD deposits, making it possible to buy crypto instantly with the same services used for daily purchases. Apple Pay deposits are only available through the OKX app, while Google Pay also works on web.
This update slots into OKX’s broader push to localize services. The exchange now supports deposits with:
- Apple Pay (Australia, U.S., EEA)
- Google Pay (Australia)
- Visa and Mastercard
- SEPA transfers (EUR)
- SWIFT international transfers
- PayPal across the EEA
- PIX for Brazil
- Other bank transfers
Australians also benefit from recurring buys, staking via On-chain Earn, trading bots, and SMSF-compatible account tools. The “AUD Your Way” campaign is live until 29 October 2025: buy at least AU$100 in crypto using Apple Pay or Google Pay, hold for five days, and receive 10 USDT after the holding period.
Earlier Integrations: Apple Pay and PayPal in the U.S. and Europe
Before the Australia rollout, OKX added Apple Pay for both the United States and the European Economic Area. Purchases use stored cards and biometric authentication, cutting out manual entry. In July, OKX became one of the first exchanges to offer PayPal across the EEA, adding another trusted gateway for instant crypto purchases.
OKX just added PayPal payment support for EU users. All Verified customers from the EEA countries can now buy or deposit crypto instantly with low fees and complete safety.Read Now
PrimeXBT Adds Apple Pay With No Fees
PrimeXBT has introduced2 Apple Pay as a deposit option and processes the transaction in EUR. The platform converts the payment to USD automatically before crediting your account. Deposits start at €30 and are capped at €2,000.
PrimeXBT already supports a wide range of zero-fee deposit methods, including:
- Visa and Mastercard
- SWIFT transfers
- PIX for Brazil
- Local bank transfers
- Skrill
- Neteller
Regional upgrades have also been rolling out. Indian traders can now deposit using UPI or IMPS with no fees and see INR-to-USD conversion before confirming. Pakistani clients get the same treatment via local bank transfers in PKR, with instant credit and no charges.
PrimeXBT now offers seamless UPI, IMPS, and bank transfers for traders in India and Pakistan. These new options make payments fast, free, and simple, putting traders in control.Read Now
In August, PrimeXBT added Skrill for instant deposits and withdrawals between $5 and $5,000, building out a wallet-based alternative to cards.
Users worldwide can now buy crypto with Skrill on PrimeXBT. Fast and secure payments, and most importantly with zero fees.Read Now
As of right now, all fiat deposit options on PrimeXBT come without any fees charged by the platform. The no-fee policy makes this one of the best exchanges for first time crypto buying.
MEXC Launches Fee-Free Apple Pay and Google Pay
MEXC just announced3 instant crypto purchases through Apple Pay and Google Pay with zero fees during a limited campaign. There is no special registration process for the no-fee benefit, but KYC is mandatory.
The platform allows quick buying through the Quick Buy page:
- Select your token and fiat currency
- Choose Apple Pay or Google Pay
- Complete payment instantly at no cost by the exchange
The update follows an earlier September rollout that brought Apple Pay and Google Pay to 50+ fiat currencies with support for over 30 cryptocurrencies. MEXC charges a flat ~5% fee outside the current promotion.
New Payment Methods Make Deposits Easier
Crypto markets move quickly, and on-ramping through bank transfers can mean missing key entries. By integrating mobile wallets that buyers already rely on, exchanges remove friction and reduce waiting times. You can now fund accounts in seconds rather than days, without switching apps or entering card details manually.
For a full list of exchanges supporting mobile payments (along with exact fees), check our Apple Pay deposits and Google Pay deposits pages.
Promotions Still Available
While the focus is on new payment methods, a few time-sensitive perks are still active. OKX Australia is rewarding eligible Apple Pay or Google Pay purchases with a 10 USDT bonus. MEXC is offering no-fee Apple Pay and Google Pay buys for a limited period. PrimeXBT isn’t running a specific Apple Pay promo, but its zero-fee policy still applies across all supported funding channels.
To clarify and ensure no surprises, the exchanges mentioned are not charging any additional fees for using these payment methods. But card processors or banks do, so you may still pay up to ~2% per purchase.
The Bottom Line
Apple Pay and Google Pay are no longer fringe options in crypto. OKX, PrimeXBT and MEXC are integrating them alongside bank transfers, cards and global wallets to make buying and depositing simpler. These additions sit on top of existing deposit methods like PayPal, PIX, SEPA, SWIFT and Skrill, giving you the freedom to choose the method that fits your currency, region and speed.
If you want fast access to markets without waiting on bank rails, these new integrations finally make that possible.
