How Many Confirmations Are Required for Deposits on OKX? A Guide by Coin
The "required confirmations for deposit" you see on the OKX deposit page is the minimum number of block confirmations set by the platform based on security considerations. The requirements vary for different coins on different networks. Always refer to the real-time data displayed on the OKX deposit page for the exact number.
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For example, USDT requires 19 confirmations on the TRON network, while it requires 32 confirmations on the Ethereum network. This number is not fixed and may be adjusted depending on network conditions and the platform's security policy.
Prerequisite: Understanding What a "Block Confirmation" Is
Before looking into specific numbers, figure out what you are waiting for.
A "confirmation" is the process by which miners/validators on the blockchain verify your transaction and package the data into a block. Each time this process completes, the number of confirmations increases by 1. The more confirmations there are, the harder it is to tamper with the transaction, making your funds more secure.
After you initiate a transfer from your source wallet, the transaction will appear on the chain immediately, but OKX will only credit the funds to your account balance once the required number of confirmations is reached.
Step 1: Check the "Required Confirmations for Deposit" on the OKX Deposit Page
What to do: Before or after you make a deposit, check the confirmation requirement for your chosen coin on the selected network.
How to do it:
Open the OKX App or website and go to [Assets] → [Deposit].
Search for and select the coin you want to deposit.
Select the corresponding deposit network (this step is the most critical).
At the bottom of the page or in the details area, find the text "Required Confirmations for Deposit" or similar wording.
What counts as done: You have noted down the confirmation number requirement for that coin on that network, for example "19" or "32".
Step 2: Check the Actual Block Confirmation Progress
What to do: After you initiate a deposit, check the actual number of confirmations on the blockchain and compare it to see if the requirement has been met.
How to do it (two methods):
Method A: Check via OKX Deposit Records
App: [Assets] → [Deposit] → top right corner [Deposit Records] → tap the deposit to view its status
Web: [Assets] → [Deposit] → [All Deposit Records]
The page will show the current confirmation progress. Once the requirement is met, the status will change to "Deposit Successful".
Method B: Check via a Blockchain Explorer
Copy your transaction hash (TxID)
Go to the corresponding blockchain explorer (e.g., Etherscan, TRONSCAN) and paste it to search
Check the "Confirmations" field
What counts as done: The actual number of confirmations ≥ the "Required Confirmations for Deposit" you checked in Step 1.
Reference Confirmation Requirements for Common Coins (Examples)
The following data is from the OKX official Help Center. Please refer to the real-time display on the deposit page as the final authority.
| Coin | Network | Required Confirmations for Deposit |
|---|---|---|
| USDT | TRON (TRC-20) | 19 |
| USDT | Ethereum (ERC-20) | 32 |
| USDT | Solana | Refer to the page display |
| BTC | Bitcoin | Refer to the page display |
| ETH | Ethereum (ERC-20) | Refer to the page display |
⚠️ Regarding "Required Confirmations for Withdrawal Unlock" The deposit page also displays "Required Confirmations for Withdrawal Unlock". When the block confirmations reach the deposit requirement but are still below the withdrawal unlock threshold, the asset will appear in your balance but cannot be withdrawn or sold via C2C trading for the time being. You need to wait for more confirmations until it is unlocked.
Common Reasons for Failures
Wrong coin or network: This is the most serious mistake. If you select a USDT-TRC20 deposit address but send funds from the ERC-20 network, the funds will not arrive and are very difficult to recover.
Amount below the minimum deposit limit: Deposits below this limit will not be credited by the platform even if the required confirmations are reached.
Missing Tag/Memo: Some coins (e.g., XRP, EOS) require both the address and a tag/memo to be filled in when depositing. Missing this will result in the funds not being credited.
Slow confirmations due to network congestion: Confirmation speed is affected by network congestion and gas fees. If the gas fee is set too low, miner processing priority is low, and the confirmation time will be extended.
Risk Reminder
Meeting the required number of confirmations does not mean the deposit is complete. The OKX platform still needs a certain amount of system processing time to credit the asset to your account, and there may be a brief delay.
Deposit addresses can only be used for that specific coin and network. Sending assets from a different network to the same address will most likely result in irreversible loss.
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How to Confirm the Operation Is Correct
Before depositing: On the OKX deposit page, confirm the four pieces of information: [Coin], [Network], [Required Confirmations for Deposit], and [Minimum Deposit Amount].
After depositing: Check the progress in [Deposit Records]. When the status shows "Deposit Successful" and the actual number of confirmations meets the requirement, the operation is complete. If the on-chain confirmations have met the requirement but the funds have not arrived for more than 30 minutes, contact OKX customer service and provide the transaction hash (TxID) for further assistance.
