How should US users fill in country/region and international area code when registering on OKX?

OKX

02 August 2026

When registering on OKX, US users should select "United States" as the country/region, and "+1" as the international area code. However, please note: OKX Global (OKX.com) no longer accepts US user registrations. US residents need to open an account through OKX US (OKX US), and its official website is okx.com/us (or visit the OKX US independent site).

OKX Exchange
A leading global cryptocurrency platform,suitable for both beginners and experienced traders.
New user benefit: 20% off trading fees upon registration!！

Why can't I register directly on OKX.com?

Due to complex local regulatory requirements in the US, OKX Global no longer provides services to US residents. If you select "United States" during registration and attempt to register on OKX.com, the system will block you based on IP address and the selected region through risk control.

Steps: The correct registration path for US users

Prerequisites:

Confirm that your US state is within OKX US's service area (some states may be restricted).
Prepare a US passport or driver's license (for KYC identity verification), and a proof of address from the last 3 months (such as a bank statement or utility bill).
Ensure that your network IP address is located within the United States (if using a proxy, select a stable US node).

Scenario A: Register via desktop web (Recommended)

Visit the US version official website: directly open the OKX US official website (okx.com/us). Please note, do not operate on OKX.com main site; the account systems are not interoperable.
Fill in registration information: Enter your email address (recommended Gmail and other international email) and set a strong password on the registration page.
Select country and area code: In the "Country/Region" dropdown list, select "United States". The system will automatically fill in the international area code as "+1". If your registration page requires binding a mobile number, enter the 10-digit US phone number after removing the "+1" in the input field.
Complete basic registration: Click the register button, check your email for the verification code, enter it, and complete account creation.

Scenario B: Register via mobile App

Download the US version App: Do not use the OKX Global App. Search for "OKX US" in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store to download the dedicated US version application.
Repeat the above steps: After opening the App, follow the interface guide to select "United States" as the country, and fill in the mobile number with "+1" area code or email to register.

Key settings after registration (Completion indicators)

After completing basic registration, the system will mandatorily require identity verification (KYC), which is a prerequisite for unlocking trading functions:

Submit identity proof: Upload a photo of your passport or driver's license, ensuring all four corners are visible, no glare, and clear text.
Facial recognition: Follow the prompts to complete the liveness detection. Operate in a well-lit environment.
Supplement address proof (as needed): Some users may be asked to upload a bill from the last 3 months as proof of residential address.

After submitting KYC, please watch for email notifications. Review time is usually a few business hours, and may take 1-3 business days during peak periods.

Common reasons for failure

IP address does not match registration location: The country filled in is United States, but the IP geolocation shows another country; the system will directly reject the registration request. Please ensure you are using a stable and clean local US network.
Unclear ID photo: The uploaded passport or driver's license photo is blurry, obstructed, or expired, causing KYC rejection.

Risk Reminders

Feature differences: The product line of OKX US has significant restrictions compared to the global site. US users typically cannot use high-leverage derivatives such as contracts and futures, and fiat trading channels are mostly ACH bank transfers rather than direct bank card purchases.
Tax compliance: As a US user, every transaction on the platform may involve tax reporting (such as IRS Form 8949). OKX will send transaction record forms to compliant users; please be sure to keep your statement data, ensure the source of funds is legal, to avoid triggering anti-money laundering risk controls.