Best Crypto Exchanges in the European Union (October 2026): 36 Ranked
We checked which crypto exchanges, brokers and apps accept residents of the European Union, which hold a local licence, and which exclude the country in their own terms. 36 are ranked below; 7 well-known platforms are not available there.
By Vahe Hakobyan Updated How we rank No affiliate links · no paid places
Which crypto exchange is best in the European Union?
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#18.7/10
KuCoin
MiCA CASP authorisation, KuCoin EU Exchange GmbH (FMA, Austria), notified 27/11/2025; passported to all EEA states except Malta
Taker fee0.10%
LicenceLicensed
App ratings4K
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#28.6/10
Bitvavo
MiCA CASP authorisation, Bitvavo B.V. (AFM, Netherlands), notified 26/06/2025; passported to all EEA states except Greece
Taker fee0.25%
LicenceLicensed
App ratings4K
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#38.5/10
Gate
MiCA CASP authorisation, Gate Technology Limited (MFSA, Malta), notified 29/09/2025; passported to all EEA states except Greece
Taker fee0.10%
LicenceLicensed
App ratings854
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#48.5/10
OKX
MiCA CASP authorisation, OKX Europe Limited (MFSA, Malta), notified 27/01/2025; passported to all EEA states except Greece
Taker fee0.10%
LicenceLicensed
App ratings2K
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#58.4/10
Crypto.com
MiCA CASP authorisation, Foris DAX MT Limited (MFSA, Malta), notified 27/01/2025; passported to all EEA states except Greece
Taker fee0.50%
LicenceLicensed
App ratings27K
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All 36 platforms for the European Union, ranked
Scores out of 10 from seven published criteria. A dash means the value is not verified yet.
Crypto regulation and how we rank in the European Union
Since 30 December 2024 the EU Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA, Regulation (EU) 2023/1114) requires every crypto-asset service provider (CASP) to be authorised by a national competent authority, and one authorisation can be passported to the other EEA states. National VASP registrations could only be used during transitional periods that ended by 1 July 2026 at the latest (the Netherlands 30 June 2025, Germany 30 December 2025). ESMA publishes authorised CASPs in its interim MiCA register, and a separate list of non-compliant firms. Buying, holding and trading crypto is legal for EU residents.
Each platform gets a score from 0 to 10. Access and the local licence carry the most weight; security, fees, the range of coins and products, the number of ratings of its app in the local App Store and the quality of the data make up the rest. Only official sources are used: the platforms' own terms and the regulator's public register. A dash means we could not verify a value.
- Access in the European Union20%
- Local licence20%
- Security record15%
- Cost15%
- Range10%
- Popularity15%
- Data quality5%
Popular exchanges not available in the European Union
These platforms exclude residents of the European Union in their own terms, or the regulator has barred them. They are listed for reference only, without ranks or sign-up links. Using a VPN or false details to get around a restriction breaks the platform's terms and can end with a frozen account.
BinanceExchange
Not on ESMA MiCA register; transitional period ended 1 July 2026; Binance France "will no longer provide crypto asset services in France" from 1 July 2026
Source: euronews.com/business/2026/06/25/binance-to-halt-crypto-se… · checked Oct 6, 2026
BitfinexExchange
Not on ESMA MiCA register; MiCA Art. 59 requires CASP authorisation since 1 July 2026
Source: esma.europa.eu/sites/default/files/2024-12/CASPS.csv · checked Oct 6, 2026
BitgetExchange
Terms of Use, Prohibited Countries: "Austria, Canada, Crimea, Cuba, Donetsk, France, Germany, …"; no MiCA authorisation after 1 July 2026
Source: bitget.com/support/articles/360014944032 · checked Oct 6, 2026
HTX (formerly Huobi)Exchange
Not on ESMA MiCA register; MiCA Art. 59 requires CASP authorisation since 1 July 2026
Source: esma.europa.eu/sites/default/files/2024-12/CASPS.csv · checked Oct 6, 2026
MEXCExchange
ESMA non-compliant CASP register (AFM): "MEXC Global provides crypto-asset services in the Netherlands without the required MiCAR l[icence]"
Source: esma.europa.eu/sites/default/files/2024-12/NCASP.csv · checked Oct 6, 2026
UpholdBroker / app
Uphold help centre: "Deposits and Receives of both Crypto and fiat will be temporarily paused from 1 July 2026 while we complete our MiCAR licensing process"
Source: support.uphold.com/hc/en-us/articles/52360101256347-Uphold-Digit… · checked Oct 6, 2026
zondacryptoExchange
Estonian FIU revoked operating licence FVT000209 of BB Trade Estonia OÜ (29 June 2026)
Source: fiu.ee/en/news/financial-intelligence-unit-revokes-o… · checked Oct 6, 2026
Crypto exchange rankings in other countries
FAQ
Is crypto trading legal in the European Union?
Since 30 December 2024 the EU Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA, Regulation (EU) 2023/1114) requires every crypto-asset service provider (CASP) to be authorised by a national competent authority, and one authorisation can be passported to the other EEA states. National VASP registrations…
Which crypto exchange is best in the European Union?
There is no single best platform for everyone. In our data KuCoin has the highest score, followed by Bitvavo and Gate. Compare fees, the local licence and the coins you need.
Which crypto exchanges are licensed in the European Union?
Among the platforms in this ranking: KuCoin, Bitvavo, Gate, OKX, Crypto.com, WhiteBIT, Trade Republic, Coinbase, Revolut, Bitpanda and 25 more. Each review names the licence and the regulator.
Is Binance available in the European Union?
No. Not on ESMA MiCA register; transitional period ended 1 July 2026; Binance France "will no longer provide crypto asset services in France" from 1 July 2026
Is Coinbase available in the European Union?
Yes. Coinbase Luxembourg S.A. is on the ESMA MiCA CASP register (CSSF authorisation notified 20 June 2025), passported across the EEA.
Is Bybit available in the European Union?
Yes. Bybit EU GmbH (bybit.eu) holds a MiCA CASP authorisation from Austria's FMA, notified 28 May 2025; EU residents are served by Bybit EU, not the global Bybit entity.
Are crypto exchanges insured?
Crypto held on an exchange is generally not covered by deposit insurance. Check what the platform says about client asset protection, and consider a wallet you control for long-term holdings.
How often is this ranking updated?
Monthly. Each platform shows the date its status in the European Union was last checked, with the source.
Not financial advice. This page is general information. Crypto prices are volatile and you can lose everything you put in.
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