OKX brings crypto trading to Belgium
The launch aligns with the growing cryptocurrency interest in Belgium, where 25% of the population is currently engaged, and aligns with OKX’s broader European expansion plan.
OKX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has expanded into Belgium by launching its trading platform and self-custodial wallet. The new services offer Belgian customers access to over 200 cryptocurrencies, with euro deposits and withdrawals facilitated through Bancontact, a widely used payment system in the country.
Operating through its Malta-based entity, OKX provides services to Belgium under EU regulations without direct approval from Belgian authorities. Customers can trade after completing verification via the Itsme identification app, ensuring secure and compliant access.
With 25% of Belgians already engaged with cryptocurrency, OKX’s launch comes amid growing interest in digital assets. By 2028, crypto penetration in Belgium is projected to reach 28%. OKX’s entry aligns with its broader European expansion strategy, which includes prior launches in the Netherlands and plans for an EU regulatory hub in Malta.
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