At BingX, unless you complete identity verification (KYC), you cannot deposit, trade or use fiat currency, and futures leverage and open positions are also restricted. Using only articles from the BingX official help centre (checked 8 October 2026) as sources, this article sets out the identity verification (Advanced verification) steps for web and app, the documents required, the time needed, the difference between unverified and verified accounts, the reasons verification fails and how to fix them, and how the referral code is handled.
In short, BingX identity verification is a single step, 'Advanced verification': you submit a photo of an ID and a selfie holding the ID, and the result comes in 2-10 minutes. Without verification, deposits, trading, fiat currency and Launchpad cannot be used, and the 24-hour withdrawal limit is the equivalent of 20,000 USDT (5,000,000 USDT after verification). Japan is an eligible region for identity verification, but check the official Disclaimer for the latest list of restricted regions.
Conclusion: BingX identity verification is a single step, 'Advanced verification', takes 2-10 minutes, and without it you cannot deposit or trade
- Identity verification (KYC) is the single step of Advanced verification. You submit a photo of an ID (ID card, passport or driver's licence) and a selfie holding the ID
- It takes about 2-10 minutes (official FAQ). The result arrives in the app's 'Message Center'
- Unverified: no deposits, no trading, no fiat currency, no Launchpad, and a 24-hour withdrawal limit equivalent to 20,000 USDT. After verification: no deposit limits and a 24-hour withdrawal limit equivalent to 5,000,000 USDT
- Futures leverage is restricted in stages according to verification status; unverified accounts get up to 5x on some symbols and an open position cap of 2,000 USDT (official help; checked by this site on 3 September 2026)
- After approval, KYC information cannot be corrected unless there is a legal change such as a name or nationality. The same ID cannot be used on more than one account
Steps and restrictions are based on articles in the BingX official help centre (Japanese and English). The official site says that conditions including limits vary by region and that the product page display takes priority, so check the actual screens and limits after logging in. BingX is an overseas exchange that is not registered as a crypto-asset exchange service provider in Japan, and whether the Financial Services Agency (FSA) has issued a warning and which regions are restricted are covered in a separate column.
From opening a BingX account to identity verification
- 01Register an account
Register with an email address or phone number and enter the verification code you receive. The 'Referral Code' field on the sign-up form is optional, and you can register with it blank (official Signup FAQ).
- 02Set up security
If you link at least two of email verification, phone verification and Google Authenticator, you can later change or remove a verification method. Withdrawals are not possible for 24 hours after changing or removing a verification method.
- 03Apply for identity verification (Advanced verification)
On the web, click the profile icon at the top right > 'KYC Verification' > 'Individual Verification'; in the app, tap the icon at the top left > 'Identity Verification', then select 'Verify Now' on 'Advanced Verification'.
- 04Choose the document's issuing country and type, and submit photos
Choose the document's issuing country/region and the document type, then submit a photo of the document and a photo of yourself holding it. In the app, the camera starts and you take the photos.
- 05Check the result
The result arrives in the Message Center in about 2-10 minutes. If it takes longer or stays pending, contact online support.
According to the official Signup FAQ, even after registration, a referral code can be added only if you have not made a deposit (including deposits from other platforms and purchases via Buy Crypto) and have not invited anyone, from 'Profile Settings' > 'My Referrer' in the app or 'Account & Security' > 'My Referrer' on the web. Once linked, a code cannot be changed or removed. Registering through this site's exchange page applies this site's referral code, but the official help does not describe any benefits from a referral code, so check BingX's official guidance at registration.
Identity verification (Advanced verification) steps: web and app
Web steps (official tutorial)
- Log in to your BingX account and click the profile icon at the top right
- Click 'KYC Verification' and go to 'Individual Verification'
- Click 'Verify Now' on the 'Advanced Verification' card
- Select the document's issuing country/region and the document type
- Submit a photo of the document and a photo of yourself holding it
- Click 'Next' and follow the instructions to finish (takes 2-10 minutes)
App steps (official tutorial)
- Log in to the BingX app and tap the icon at the top left
- Select 'Identity Verification' in the sidebar
- Tap 'Verify Now' on the 'Advanced Verification' card
- Select the document's issuing country and type, and the app starts the camera to photograph the document
- Submit a selfie holding the document and tap 'Continue' (takes 2-10 minutes)
The official tutorial video is for demonstration purposes, and the actual steps may change depending on market conditions and platform rules. If the wording on screen differs, follow the in-app guidance.
Required documents and photo requirements: a driver's licence cannot be used in some countries
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Usable documents | ID card, passport, driver's licence |
| Countries/regions where a driver's licence cannot be used | Some countries/regions such as Vietnam, Indonesia, Timor-Leste and Thailand (new ID cards and passports only) |
| Document photo | Clear and bright, with all four corners visible. Not too close or too far |
| Selfie | Hold the ID and include a paper on which 'BingX' and the verification date are written. Your face and the ID information must be clearly visible |
| Age | People under 18 cannot proceed with identity verification |
| Document information | The registered name, date of birth and ID number must match the document. Expired or unrecognisable documents are not accepted |
| Issuing country | The selected country/region must match the information on the document |
※ Source: BingX official help centre 'How to complete KYC verification' and 'Common reasons identity verification (KYC) fails and how to fix them' (checked 8 October 2026).
Unverified vs Advanced verification: deposits, trading, withdrawal limits and futures leverage
| Item | Unverified | Advanced verification |
|---|---|---|
| Deposits (daily and monthly) | Not allowed | No limit |
| 24-hour withdrawal limit | Equivalent to 20,000 USDT | Equivalent to 5,000,000 USDT |
| Trading | Not allowed | Allowed |
| Fiat currency (quick buy, etc.) | Not allowed | Allowed |
| Launchpad | Not allowed | Allowed |
| Wealth, copy trading, P2P | Not allowed (official FAQ: verification required) | Allowed |
※ The withdrawal limit is judged on the USDT-converted amount of each token, and the 24-hour limit is the total within 24 hours of the previous withdrawal. Users who completed KYC before 13 June 2024 are treated as Advanced verified. Limits vary by region, and the product page display takes priority.
Futures leverage is also restricted by verification status. The official help centre states up to 150x for BTC and up to 125x for ETH (notice of 25 October 2022), and the actual cap is restricted in stages by symbol, the notional value of the position and verification status. For unverified accounts it is up to 5x on some symbols with an open position cap of 2,000 USDT (checked by this site on 3 September 2026).
BingX fees, leverage and trading categories (this site's exchange page) →
Why identity verification fails and how to fix it (official help centre)
| Reason | Details | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Document information does not match | Name, date of birth or ID number differs from the document. Expired or unrecognised document. Document type outside the requirements | Re-enter the details exactly as on the document. Reapply with a valid, unexpired document |
| Country/region mismatch | The selected country/region does not match the information on the ID | Select the ID's issuing country correctly |
| Regional regulation | Verification is not possible under the laws or regulations of the country/region of residence | Check the restricted regions in the Disclaimer |
| Under 18 | The ID shows the person is under 18 | Identity verification cannot proceed |
| Photo requirements not met | The selfie lacks the note with 'BingX' and the date. Face or document is unclear. The document photo is dark or cropped | Retake in a bright place with all four corners visible. Include the note in the photo |
| Document already in use | The same ID has already been verified on another account | Use a different document, or migrate the identity information to the unverified account. Creating multiple accounts can lead to account restrictions |
※ Source: BingX official help centre 'Common reasons identity verification (KYC) fails and how to fix them' (published 5 May 2024). The result arrives in the Message Center, and if it fails you correct the issue and resubmit.
After approval, KYC information cannot be corrected unless there is a change in your legal name or nationality. The official FAQ explains that BingX encrypts personal information, uses it only for identity verification, and does not share it externally or use it for promotion. If verification is not completed by the deadline, deposits, P2P trading and Launchpad cannot be used.
Can you verify your identity on BingX from Japan? Restricted regions and the FSA announcements
The official FAQ says identity verification is available only to users in eligible countries/regions, and users in ineligible countries/regions cannot verify and cannot use any services. According to the official Signup FAQ, registration by email is possible in regions that are not on the Disclaimer's unsupported list. Whether residents of Japan can use BingX, whether the FSA has issued a warning to unregistered operators, and regional restrictions on CFD products are covered in a separate column.
Can Japanese residents use BingX? FSA warning status and restricted regions →
BingX is an overseas exchange that is not registered as a crypto-asset exchange service provider in Japan. It is outside the user protection of Japanese law, and in a dispute the operator's terms and the system of its place of establishment apply. When sending from a domestic exchange, Travel Rule restrictions on destinations apply, and if you make a profit you must file a final tax return in Japan.
Can't send from a domestic exchange to an overseas one? How the Travel Rule works →
Frequently asked questions
Q. How long does BingX identity verification (KYC) take?
A. The official FAQ says Advanced verification is completed in about 2-10 minutes. The result arrives in the app's Message Center. If it takes longer or stays pending, contact the 24-hour online support.
Q. What documents are needed for BingX identity verification?
A. A photo of one of an ID card, passport or driver's licence, and a selfie holding that document. In the selfie, include a paper with 'BingX' and the verification date written on it. In some countries/regions, such as Vietnam, Indonesia, Timor-Leste and Thailand, a driver's licence cannot be used.
Q. Can I trade on BingX without identity verification?
A. No. According to the official comparison table, unverified accounts cannot use deposits, trading, fiat currency or Launchpad, and the 24-hour withdrawal limit is the equivalent of 20,000 USDT. After completing Advanced verification, deposit limits are lifted and the 24-hour withdrawal limit becomes the equivalent of 5,000,000 USDT.
Q. Is leverage restricted if I do not complete identity verification on BingX?
A. Yes. Maximum futures leverage is restricted in stages by symbol, the notional value of the position and verification status, and unverified accounts get up to 5x on some symbols with an open position cap of 2,000 USDT (official help; checked by this site on 3 September 2026). After verification, up to 150x for BTC and up to 125x for ETH is the guide to the cap.
Q. What should I do if BingX identity verification fails?
A. The official help centre lists these main reasons: mismatched document information (name, date of birth, ID number, expiry), country/region mismatch, regional regulation, being under 18, photo requirements ('BingX' and date note, clarity, four corners), and a document already used on another account. Fix the relevant point and resubmit, and if it is not resolved, contact online support.
Q. Can I enter a BingX referral code after registration?
A. According to the official Signup FAQ, only if you have not made a deposit (including deposits from other platforms and purchases via Buy Crypto) and have not invited anyone, you can add it from 'Profile Settings' > 'My Referrer' in the app or 'Account & Security' > 'My Referrer' on the web. The referral code field on the sign-up form is optional, and once a code is linked it cannot be changed or removed.
Q. Can I change my BingX identity verification information later?
A. After approval, KYC information cannot be corrected unless legal details change, such as a legal name or nationality change. The same ID also cannot be verified on multiple accounts, so enter your registration information accurately as it appears on the document.
Sources
- BingX | BingX Tutorial: How to complete KYC verification (official help centre; Japanese; checked 8 October 2026) →
- BingX | KYC Benefits and Advantages at Different Levels (official help centre, 7 June 2024, English; checked 8 October 2026) →
- BingX | FAQs on Individual Identity Verification (KYC) (official help centre, 10 April 2024, English; checked 8 October 2026) →
- BingX | Common reasons identity verification (KYC) fails and how to fix them (official help centre, 5 May 2024; Japanese; checked 8 October 2026) →
- BingX | BingX Account Signup FAQs (official help centre, 22 May 2023, English; checked 8 October 2026) →
- BingX | Futures Leverage Upgraded, With BTC Up to 150X (official help centre, 25 October 2022, English) →
- BingX | Disclaimer (restricted regions, updated 11 December 2023) →
- BingX exchange information (this site; official fee page checked 3 September 2026) →
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