Key Points
- OKX now offers fully regulated crypto services to over 400 million people in 28 EEA countries.
- The crypto exchange’s European hub is in Malta.
OKX has just marked an important milestone, supporting crypto adoption across Europe. The crypto exchange announced that it’s among the first MiCA-licensed global crypto exchanges to passport its services across Europe.
This is an important milestone for the exchange and the entire crypto community in the European Economic Area (EEA).
OKX also shared the important announcement via X.
Bringing Crypto Services to Over 400 Million People in the EU
Following the MiCA license, OKX is now able to provide fully regulated, localized crypto services to more than 400 million people in 28 EEA countries. The exchange’s hub in Europe will be located in Malta.
People in EEA countries including France, Germany, Spain, and other EU member states can now have access to crypto products with local payment methods and currency options.
Key Features for European Users
OKX users in Europe can enjoy the following features, according to OKX’s official press release:
- OTC, spot, and bot trading
- Over 240 digital assets across over 300 trading pairs
- Over 60 Euro-based trading pairs
- Free Euro deposits and withdrawals via bank transfers
- Easy crypto purchases via cards/other payment methods
Improving User UX
OKX also worked to improve users’ experience with the following:
- Apps and web platforms in multiple languages
- Local currency display options
- Multi-language customer support
- Regional product offerings
- An intuitive interface for beginners and a full-featured one for experienced traders
OKX MiCA Approval Importance
After obtaining the MiCA license, OKX and other MiCA-registered crypto exchanges can passport their services. This means that entities becoming MiCA-registered in one country in the EU can expand their services across the entire EU under a unified regulatory framework.
OKX’s approval from the regulator comes following its MiCA-license acquisition on January 27, 2025, and solidifies its position as a trusted and compliant player in the European crypto industry.
Securing a MiCA regulation was an important step for the exchange, as this translates into providing services that are:
- Secure
- Transparent
- Compliant
- Accessible
OKX’s achievement goes beyond Europe, being part of the platform’s mission to bring crypto to the world. Last year alone, OKX launched in seven onshore markets, obtaining four new licenses and registrations.
The global crypto adoption continues at a rapid pace, with other important crypto exchanges, including Binance, hitting one significant milestone after another, supporting the Web3 innovation efforts.
