Not Everyone Can Register on Binance
Many people think registering on Binance is as simple as signing up for a social media account — just enter an email, set a password, and you're done. In reality, as one of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchanges, Binance has compliance requirements, and age and nationality are two of the most fundamental thresholds. Let's clear this up today.
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Age Requirement: Must Be 18 or Older
This is a hard requirement with no exceptions. Binance requires all users to be at least 18 years old to register and use the platform's services. This isn't a rule Binance created on its own — it's a basic requirement of most global financial regulatory frameworks.
During registration, you won't be stopped at the first step since the registration page doesn't directly ask your age. However, during identity verification (KYC), you need to upload an ID document, and the system will automatically identify your date of birth. If you're under 18, the verification will be rejected.
Some might think: "Can I register first and do the verification after I turn 18?" Technically you can create an account, but an account without completed identity verification has extremely limited functionality — basically you can't do anything: no deposits, no trading, no withdrawals. So if you're under 18, it's best to wait until you're of age.
Others ask: "Can I register with my parents' ID?" This is strongly discouraged. Binance's KYC process includes facial recognition, and the person on the ID must match the person operating the device. Even if you somehow pass verification, you won't be able to verify your identity later if you need to change security settings or encounter account issues, which could lead to even bigger problems.
Nationality and Regional Restrictions: Which Countries Can't Use It
Binance's services aren't available in every country and region worldwide. Due to varying laws and regulations, Binance's services are restricted or completely unavailable in certain areas.
Countries and regions with explicit restrictions include but are not limited to: mainland United States (US users need to use Binance.US, which is a separate platform), certain Canadian provinces, the Netherlands, Belgium, etc. This list is adjusted based on changes in each country's regulatory policies, so the most accurate information is always in Binance's official terms of service.
For mainland China users, the situation is somewhat unique. Binance's main site hasn't completely banned mainland China users from registering, but some features and services have been adjusted. Mainland users can generally still register and use basic trading functions, though there may be some restrictions on fiat deposit channels.
Users in Hong Kong and Taiwan can generally use Binance's global platform normally. However, Hong Kong users should note that if Binance obtains a local license and operates a local site in Hong Kong, they may need to follow the local platform's rules.
The Importance of Selecting Your Country/Region During Registration
During the Binance registration process, one step asks you to select your country or region of residence. This step is very important — don't select randomly.
The country/region you select must match the country that issued the ID document you'll use for KYC verification. If you select Japan but submit a Chinese ID, the verification will definitely fail.
Users from different countries/regions may see different feature interfaces and product listings. Some financial products are only available to users in specific regions, and some regions may not have access to leverage or derivatives trading.
If you're a Chinese national living abroad long-term, we recommend selecting the country where you actually reside and using a valid ID issued by that country for verification. This ensures your account is compliant and won't run into issues later.
Differences When Using Different Document Types
Different nationalities can use different document types. Generally speaking, Binance accepts the following:
Passport: This is the most universally accepted document type. Passports from almost all countries are accepted. If you have a passport, use it as your first choice for verification.
National ID Card: ID cards from most countries can be used for verification. Mainland China users can directly use their resident ID card.
Driver's License: Driver's licenses from some countries and regions can also be used as verification documents, but not all regions support this.
The specific document types available in your country/region will be clearly shown on the KYC verification page.
Dual/Multiple Nationality Situations
If you have dual or multiple nationalities, just choose one when registering. But note: once you've chosen and completed KYC verification, changing your nationality information later is quite troublesome and usually requires contacting support with additional documentation.
We recommend choosing the identity that's most convenient for your daily use. For example, if you hold both Chinese and Singaporean citizenship but live in Singapore day-to-day, registering with Singaporean documents would be more convenient.
Corporate Account Requirements
Besides personal accounts, Binance also supports corporate account registration. Corporate accounts have much more complex requirements than personal accounts, requiring company registration documents, director information, beneficial owner information, and a series of other materials.
Corporate account nationality/regional restrictions also differ from personal accounts. Companies from certain countries may not be able to open corporate accounts on Binance, even if individual users from that country can use the platform normally.
If you're opening an account on behalf of a company, we recommend first checking the specific corporate verification requirements on the Binance website, or contacting Binance's institutional client team directly for assistance.
What to Do If You're Restricted
If your nationality or region of residence is indeed on Binance's restricted list, you're not entirely out of options.
Check whether Binance has a localized, compliant platform in your area. For example, US users can't use Binance's global site but can use Binance.US.
You can also consider other major exchanges like Coinbase, Kraken, OKX, etc., and see which ones operate compliantly in your region.
However, we strongly advise against faking your geographic location or using false information to circumvent restrictions. This not only violates the platform's terms of service, but if caught, your account may be frozen and the assets in it could be affected.
Ready to Get Started
To summarize: being 18 or older is a hard requirement; nationality and region of residence affect which features you can use, or even whether you can register. Once you've confirmed you meet the requirements, register through this link and start your Binance journey. The registration process itself isn't complicated — just follow the on-screen prompts step by step.