Many people new to Binance often ask: Does registration require review? How long do I have to wait? Do I need to take a photo of my ID? The answer is actually very brief: You can register with either an email or a phone number. The entire process takes about 3 minutes to get a playable account. KYC real-name verification takes another 5-10 minutes. When you are ready, simply open the Binance Official Website to start registering. Android users can also first download the Binance Official APP, as the registration process is the same within the APP; Apple users should first refer to the iOS Installation Guide to get the APP installed.
What to Prepare Before Registering
- An email address (Gmail / Outlook recommended) or a phone number that can receive verification codes
- A password that you can remember but others cannot guess (recommended 12+ characters, including uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols)
- For the subsequent KYC verification: One of ID card / Passport / Driver's license
If you only want to register an account to view market trends, the first two items are sufficient. To trade, deposit, or withdraw, you must complete KYC verification.
Step 1: Open the Registration Page
Visit the Binance Official Website, and click "Register" in the upper right corner. The registration page offers 3 methods:
- Email Registration: Enter email + password. This is the most commonly used method, and verification emails can be received both domestically and abroad.
- Phone Number Registration: Enter country code + phone number + password. The verification code arrives in seconds.
- Google / Apple Account One-Click Registration: Use a third-party account for authorization, skipping password setup.
Email registration is highly recommended for beginners, as it makes account recovery easier later on. The password must be at least 12 characters. Binance strictly requires a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters + numbers + symbols. Weak passwords will be directly rejected.
Step 2: Email / SMS Verification
After submission, Binance will send a 6-digit verification code to your email or phone number, valid for 10 minutes. The email subject will likely be "[Binance] Email Verification Code". It might end up in your spam folder, so check there first if you haven't received it.
After entering the verification code, the system will ask you to set up:
- Nickname: You can fill in anything; it will be publicly visible
- Whether to bind a phone number: It is recommended to bind one, as it will make password recovery much faster
- Whether to enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): Strongly recommended to enable, as it can block 99% of account thefts
At this point, the account is successfully created. You can log in to view market quotes, check announcements, and favorite coins. However, to perform any buying, selling, depositing, or withdrawing operations, you must complete the next step: KYC verification.
Step 3: Complete KYC Real-Name Verification
Binance's KYC is divided into three levels:
| Level | Limit | Required Information | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Verification | Withdrawal 50 BTC/day | Nationality + Name + Date of Birth + ID + Selfie | 5-15 Minutes |
| Intermediate Verification | Withdrawal 100 BTC/day | Basic + Proof of Address | 1-3 Days |
| Advanced Verification | Withdrawal 200 BTC/day | Intermediate + Proof of Funds | 3-7 Days |
For 99% of individual users, completing the basic verification is sufficient. Beginners do not need to bother with intermediate and advanced levels.
Operation flow:
- After logging in, click the avatar in the top right corner → "Identification"
- Select nationality (choose the actual country of your ID, not your country of residence)
- Select ID type: ID card / Passport / Driver's license
- Follow the prompts to take photos of the front and back of the ID (passport only needs the main page)
- Take a live selfie, blinking and turning your head as prompted by the screen
- Submit and wait for system review
The review is usually completed within 1-15 minutes. If you are lucky, it takes less than 1 minute. If the system prompts "image unclear", it is mostly due to insufficient light or glare. Just switch to a brighter environment and retake the photo.
What to Do After Successful Registration
Once you have an account and passed KYC, it is recommended to set up the following in order:
- Enable 2FA Two-Factor Authentication (Settings → Security → Google Authenticator)
- Bind an Anti-Phishing Code: Set a 4-8 character string. Afterwards, all official emails will carry this code; those without it are phishing emails.
- Set a Trading Password / Fund Password: Different from the login password, used when transferring funds.
- Familiarize Yourself with the Interface: Go to the spot trading page first to understand how limit orders and executions are displayed.
After completing these steps, you can buy USDT via P2P with fiat currency, or transfer cryptocurrencies from other wallets/exchanges. Detailed deposit tutorials can be found in related articles under the "App Installation" category.
Common Questions During the Registration Process
What to do if I consistently cannot receive the verification code?
First, check your spam folder, as Binance's emails are occasionally identified as spam. If it's still not there, wait 60 seconds and click "Resend". If registering with a phone number, check if the correct country code is selected.
What to do if it prompts "This email is already registered"?
This indicates that this email was previously used to register an account on Binance. Two solutions: Register again with a different email, or directly click "Log In" and use this email to recover your password.
KYC keeps failing review
Usually, there are 3 reasons: the ID photo is unclear, the selfie lighting is too dark, or the ID information does not match the filled-in details. Pay special attention to whether the spelling of the name and the date of birth perfectly correspond to the original ID document.
Region restricted during registration
A few countries and regions cannot register directly due to compliance reasons. For specifics on which countries are restricted, please refer to the "Country Policies" category on this site.
Registered but did not receive a welcome email
This is normal; Binance does not send welcome emails. Upon successful registration, the page will directly jump to the main interface after logging in. Being able to access the main interface means successful registration.
A Few Tips for Beginners
- Save passwords with a password manager: 1Password or Bitwarden are fine; do not use browser auto-save
- Be sure to save the 2FA backup code: If you lose your phone or reinstall the system, without the backup code, you will have to go through the customer service recovery process, taking at least 3-7 days
- Do not operate on public WiFi: WiFi in conference rooms, cafes, and hotels are not safe. Use 4G/5G for important operations
- Do not deposit too much for the first time: First deposit $100 equivalent in USDT to go through the complete process. Once familiar, deposit the normal amount
Registration may seem to have many steps, but the actual operation only takes 3 minutes, so there is no need to be nervous. If you are still hesitating whether to register, go check the policy explanations for your country in the "Country Policies" category on this site, and confirm compliance before starting.