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Know Your Business (KYB) FAQ
KYB, short for "Know Your Business," is the process of verifying the identities of our institutional customers and any associated individuals with ownership or control, as well as understanding the nature and purpose of your institution’s relationship with OKX.Why does OKX conduct KYB? OKX is required to conduct KYB in accordance with financial crime regulations.Published on Jan 29, 2025Updated on Sep 27, 2025FAQ30What onboarding information is required for a family office?
address, principal place of business, institution type, and industry, amongst other pertinent and verifiable data.Published on Oct 13, 2023Updated on Feb 12, 2026FAQ68Introducing USD deposits and withdrawals
Fees and processing times Payment method Currency Channel Deposit Fees Withdrawal Fees Processing Time Local bank Transfer USD Domestic wire transfer N/A $30 Up to 3 business days, depending on your sending/receiving bank Bank transfer (ACH) N/A N/A Deposits are instant. However, they may be on hold for a brief period of time before they can be withdrawn Withdrawals may take up 3 business days* Note: Business day refers to the local business day of the currency country.Published on Feb 14, 2025Updated on Mar 3, 2026FAQ13What onboarding information is required for the government-owned enterprise?
For example: Certificate of incorporation or business registration certificate (or equivalent official document, such as a business license) Articles of association Register of directors Register of shareholders or beneficial ownership structure chart (must be signed and dated within the past 12 months) Proof of business address (if different from the registered address) Complete the following template to finish verification Sign, scan, and upload the account opening authorization letter (a boardPublished on Oct 13, 2023Updated on Mar 19, 2026FAQ61What onboarding information is required for a fund?
For example: Certificate of incorporation or business registration certificate (or equivalent official document, such as a business license) Articles of association Register of directors Register of shareholders or beneficial ownership structure chart (must be signed and dated within the past 12 months) Proof of business address (if different from the registered address) Note:For public funds, only the articles of association are required.Complete the following template to finish verification SignPublished on Oct 13, 2023Updated on Feb 12, 2026FAQ115What onboarding information is required for a privately owned company?
For example: Company Registration Certificate or Business Registration Certificate (or equivalent official document, such as a Business License) Partnership Agreement (if your company is a partnership) Memorandum and Articles of Association Register of directors Register of shareholders or beneficial ownership structure chart (must be signed and dated within the past 12 months) Proof of business address (if different from the registered address) Complete the following template to finish verificationPublished on Oct 13, 2023Updated on Feb 12, 2026FAQ277What are Source of Funds (SoF) and Source of Wealth (SoW)?
income (past 12 months) Accountant Letter Issued within the last 3 months with business ownership confirmation Distribution Record Shows recent profit withdrawals or distributions Others Issued within the last 3 months with compensation or business ownership confirmation Investment returns Investment Account Statement Issued within the last 3 months Retirement Account Statement Issued within the last 3 months Brokerage Statement Issued within the last 3 months Bank Statement Shows investment incomePublished on Dec 24, 2024Updated on Mar 27, 2026FAQ735What attestation do we need to agree to when verifying as an institutional customer?
Applicants’s principal place of business is not located in the United States;(The term “principal place of business” used herein means the location from which the officers, partners, managers or traders of Applicant primarily direct, control, and coordinate the activities, including trading, trading analysis, or trading or investment strategy, of Applicant.) F.Published on Feb 5, 2024Updated on Oct 8, 2025FAQ131How do I withdraw USD with U.S. Domestic wire transfer?
After the funds leave OKX, it generally takes 1-3 business days to arrive at the receiving bank. Actual timing varies depending on your bank's processing time.Published on Feb 5, 2025Updated on Dec 3, 2025FAQ10What onboarding information is required for a privately owned financial institution?
Privately owned financial institutions are entities such as money services businesses (MSBs), money transmitters, broker-dealers, or banks. These entities are not publicly traded and have less than 50% government ownership.Who are the key persons for a privately owned financial institution?Published on Oct 13, 2023Updated on Sep 27, 2025FAQ138Introduction of rules on OKX Connect
Also, it has shared fluidity and depth throughout its network to assist connect in promoting their businesses. Click here: Apply to join1. Who can apply for OKX Connect? As long as your business platform provides the below cryptocurrency services, you can apply to join in the OKX Connect project: Trading aggregator platform Trading strategy platform Technical strategy provider Trading bot platform Asset management and payment platform Social trading community 2.Published on Feb 9, 2026Updated on Mar 2, 2026Product documentationWhich types of institutions are supported by OKX?
We support a wide range of institutions, providing tailored solutions for businesses, financial organizations, and professional traders. Whether you're an institutional investor, hedge fund, or enterprise, we offer advanced trading tools, secure services, and scalable solutions to meet your needs. Explore how we can empower your institution in the rapidly evolving digital asset space.Published on Jan 29, 2025Updated on Sep 27, 2025FAQ41How do I deposit USD with U.S. Domestic wire transfer?
In most cases (depending on your bank), they are processed on the same business day (or up to 3 business days). This payment method is currently only offered to our U.S. users who have completed verification and reside in eligible states. To initiate a transfer, you'll need to access your bank account and your unique USD Domestic wire transfer deposit details.How do I make a USD deposit via domestic wire transfer?Published on Feb 5, 2025Updated on Feb 12, 2026FAQ9How do I check the status of my institutional verification?
To check the status of your Institutional verification, please follow these steps: Make sure you sign in to your OKX business account here Hover on the profile section and select the Verification option Your progress is automatically saved while you're filling out your application. Select Continue to complete the application once it's done You can complete the application once the requirements are complete Once you submit your application, its status will be updated to Under Review.Published on Oct 10, 2024Updated on Oct 8, 2025FAQ36Beneficial Ownership FAQ
As part of our Know Your Business (KYB) obligations, regulators in the jurisdictions where we operate require us to collect information about your institution’s ownership structure, including intermediate owners, and identify the natural person(s) that ultimately owns and/or controls your institution.What types of documents are acceptable to evidence my institution’s ownership structure?Published on Oct 10, 2024Updated on Dec 1, 2025FAQ6