What is the minimum first deposit for new users on OKX?
OKXdoes not have a unified "minimum deposit" figure. The specific amount depends on your chosen deposit method, currency, and network.The minimum threshold can be as low as10 CNY(via C2C trading) or1 USDT(via on-chain deposit), while the minimum for fiat wire transfers is typically50 USD.
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Deposit method determines the threshold, not a platform-wide rule
OKX's minimum deposit amount is not a single threshold set by the platform but varies dynamically based on your chosen deposit method:
Method 1: On-chain deposit (transfer from an external wallet)This involves transferring crypto to OKX from a chain address like MetaMask or another exchange. In this case, the "minimum deposit amount"is unrelated to your account's KYC leveland depends entirely on thecurrencyand the chosennetwork.
How to check: In the OKX App or website, go to "Assets" → "Deposit," search for the currency you want to deposit, select the corresponding network, and the page will display the "minimum deposit amount" for that network.
Common references: For USDT on TRC20 or BEP20 networks, the threshold is usually as low as 1 USDT; on the ERC20 network, it is higher (around 10 USDT); for BTC, it is about 0.0001 BTC; for ETH, about 0.001 ETH.Note: If the amount is below the displayed minimum, the funds will not arrive and cannot be returned.
Method 2: Fiat wire transfer (bank transfer)Deposit fiat currency like USD directly into your OKX account via bank transfer. The "minimum" depends on the channel you choose.
USD wire transfer: Minimum threshold is50 USD. Daily cumulative maximum is 500,000 USD (individual, up to 3 transactions), and 30-day cumulative maximum is 1,000,000 USD.
ACH transfer: Minimum threshold is1 USD.
Tip: The specific supported currencies and methods depend on your region. Available options will be listed on the deposit page after logging in.
Method 3: C2C peer-to-peer trading (common fiat deposit)Buy crypto directly from merchants using fiat like CNY via the C2C market. This isthe most beginner-friendly method with the lowest threshold.
Minimum threshold:From 10 CNY.
Advantages: Extremely low threshold, supports multiple payment methods like Alipay, WeChat Pay, and bank cards, and the platform charges no fees for C2C trading.
Why is there a minimum deposit amount?
This threshold addresses two practical issues:
On-chain transfer costs: If the deposit amount is too small, it may not cover the network's miner fees for the transfer, preventing the exchange address from executing collection operations, which could cause funds to be stuck or lost.
Economic efficiency: To avoid unnecessary system management burden caused by extremely small deposits.
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Verifying the operation result
The correct way to confirm the minimum deposit amount is:Log in to your OKX account, go to "Assets" → "Deposit," select the relevant currency and network, and the page will accurately display the "minimum deposit amount" applicable to your current situation. This is the most reliable data source, as thresholds for different currencies, networks, and time periods may be adjusted.
