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Fees, Gas & Finality
BNB Smart Chain Gas Fees Explained
Learn how BNB Smart Chain gas fees work and why BNB is required for swaps, approvals, and token transfers.
Network map
What this means
BNB Smart Chain uses BNB as the native gas token for transfers, approvals, swaps, and smart contract interactions.
Core ideas
What to understand first
- BNB is needed for BSC gas.
- BSC fees are usually lower than Ethereum fees.
- Every approval or swap still requires gas.
- Failed transactions can still cost a small amount of BNB.
User checklist
What to check before moving assets
- Keep BNB available before using BSC apps.
- Check the wallet network before signing.
- Use trusted BSC explorers for transaction status.
- Do not send the entire BNB balance if you still need gas.
Risk note
Common mistakes to avoid
- Low fees can encourage careless signing.
- Fake tokens and fake DEX links are common.
- Users may confuse BNB on different networks.