Binance deposit wrong network: Is there a chance to recover your funds?
Yes, there is a chance, but it depends on the scenario, and Binance does not guarantee a successful recovery. If you selected the wrong network when depositing to your own Binance account, Binance officially states that they cannot assist in recovering such funds. However, if your erroneous transfer falls into specific recoverable scenarios (such as missing a Memo, depositing a delisted token, or depositing to an unsupported EVM network), you may be able to get your funds back by submitting an application through Binance's deposit recovery service.
Step 1: Determine which category your case falls into
Binance handles wrong network deposits mainly in the following scenarios:
| Scenario | Description | Recoverable? |
|---|---|---|
| Selected wrong network when depositing to your own Binance account | For example, you selected ERC20 on the Binance deposit page but transferred from an external wallet using the BEP20 network | Binance cannot process this; funds are essentially unrecoverable |
| Deposit to a self-custody wallet (e.g., MetaMask) with the wrong network | You own the wallet's private key; funds went to the correct address but on the wrong chain | Yes, simply import your private key into a wallet that supports multiple chains |
| Missing or incorrect Memo when depositing to Binance | Coins like XRP and XLM require a Tag/Memo | Yes, submit a recovery application; processing takes about 2–3 days |
| Depositing a delisted token | Binance previously supported the token but it has since been delisted | Yes, submit an application; processing takes about 5 days |
| Depositing a token not supported by Binance but on a supported network | For example, depositing a token not listed on Binance via the BSC or ETH networks | Yes; processing can take up to 30 business days, with a fee of 200 USDT |
What counts as done: Compare your situation with the table to confirm which column you fall under, especially whether it is a "wrong deposit to Binance account" or a "wrong deposit to your own wallet."
Step 2: If the deposit went to a self-custody wallet on the wrong network – you can handle it yourself
If you have the private key or seed phrase, you can resolve this on your own.
Example using MetaMask:
Add the target network (e.g., BNB Smart Chain) to your MetaMask. You can find the network details on BscScan: RPC URL, Chain ID (56), Currency Symbol (BNB).
Switch to that network and add the contract address of the token you transferred (you can look it up on BscScan).
The token should appear, and you can then send it back to the corresponding network deposit address on Binance.
Before sending, make sure your wallet holds a small amount of the chain's native token to cover gas fees (e.g., BNB on BSC).
What counts as done: You see the transferred tokens in your wallet and successfully send them back to Binance.
Step 3: If you deposited to Binance with the wrong network or a missing Memo – submit a recovery application
Binance provides a deposit recovery service, but you need to actively submit an application. The following information is required:
Coin/token name
Transfer amount
Sender wallet address
Your Binance deposit address
Transaction hash (TxID)
How to apply:
Go to the Binance Help Center and find the "Deposit Not Credited" query page or the "Deposit Recovery Application Form".
Fill in the above information and clearly explain that you selected the wrong network.
Submit and wait for processing – processing time varies by scenario and cannot be guaranteed.
Fees:
Missing or incorrect Memo: only network fee applies
Delisted token recovery: only network fee applies
Unsupported token (on a supported network like BSC/ETH): 200 USDT
For certain smart recoveries on specific networks, the fee may be as low as 5 USDT, but this is available only for particular tokens and networks.
What counts as done: You have submitted the recovery application and obtained a ticket number.
Common reasons for failure
Depositing to Binance with the wrong network: Binance explicitly states that it "cannot recover such funds." This is the most common unrecoverable situation.
Depositing on a network that is completely unsupported by Binance: assets may not be recoverable.
Incorrect submission details: a wrong TxID, wrong network selection, or incorrect address will lead to your application being rejected.
Risk notes
Binance does not guarantee a successful recovery – even when meeting the recoverable criteria, the outcome depends on the specific circumstances.
Recovery takes time: retrieving unsupported tokens can take up to 30 business days.
Deposit addresses may be migrated: Binance upgrades its wallet infrastructure from time to time, and old deposit addresses may be deactivated. Funds sent to a deactivated address will not be credited automatically; you must use the "one-click transfer" feature manually.
If your mistake falls into the "deposit to your own non-custodial wallet on the wrong chain" category, you can fix it yourself by importing the private key into a multi-chain wallet. If it is a "wrong network deposit to Binance," go to the Binance Help Center and submit a deposit recovery application, providing the TxID and all related information. The sooner you submit, the higher the chance of recovery. When registering a Binance account, you can use referral code FYLK9104.
