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Although it ranks as the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the world, Binance is unavailable in the United States. However, in 2019 Binance lauched Binance.US, a subsidiary exchange specifically founded to serve the United States market. While Binance.US is accessible and legal in the majority of US states, there are also states in which Binance.US is unsupported due to financial regulations. Understanding the legal landscape surrounding Binance.US is essential for individuals interested in trading cryptocurrencies and navigating the complexities of state regulations.
As of 2024, Binance.US is fully supported and legally accessible in most states across the country. Residents of these states can freely use the Binance.US platform to buy, sell, and trade cryptocurrencies, enjoying the convenience and features offered by the exchange. However, certain states, including Hawaii, New York, Texas, and Vermont, have chosen not to support Binance.US within their jurisdictions. These states impose restrictions that prevent residents from accessing the services offered by Binance.US, creating a gap in accessibility for crypto enthusiasts and investors.
In states where Binance.US is unsupported, individuals may encounter difficulties in creating accounts, accessing trading services, or withdrawing funds from the platform. These limitations pose challenges for crypto enthusiasts and investors residing in these states, as they must seek alternative platforms or methods to engage in cryptocurrency trading. Despite these restrictions, efforts are ongoing to address regulatory concerns and potentially expand Binance.US availability to currently unsupported states.
State | Binance.US Legality | Binance Legality |
---|---|---|
Alabama | Legal | Illegal |
Alaska | Unsupported | Illegal |
Arizona | Legal | Illegal |
Arkansas | Legal | Illegal |
California | Legal | Illegal |
Colorado | Legal | Illegal |
Connecticut | Legal (existing users only) | Illegal |
Delaware | Legal | Illegal |
District of Columbia | Legal | Illegal |
Florida | Legal (existing users only) | Illegal |
Georgia | Legal (existing users only) | Illegal |
Hawaii | Unsupported | Illegal |
Idaho | Legal | Illegal |
Illinois | Legal | Illegal |
Indiana | Legal | Illegal |
Iowa | Legal | Illegal |
Kansas | Legal | Illegal |
Kentucky | Legal | Illegal |
Louisiana | Legal | Illegal |
Maine | Unsupported | Illegal |
Maryland | Legal | Illegal |
Massachusetts | Legal | Illegal |
Michigan | Legal | Illegal |
Minnesota | Legal (existing users only) | Illegal |
Mississippi | Legal | Illegal |
Missouri | Legal | Illegal |
Montana | Legal | Illegal |
Nebraska | Legal | Illegal |
Nevada | Legal | Illegal |
New Hampshire | Legal | Illegal |
New Jersey | Legal | Illegal |
New Mexico | Legal | Illegal |
New York | Unsupported | Illegal |
North Carolina | Legal (existing users only) | Illegal |
North Dakota | Legal | Illegal |
Ohio | Legal (existing users only) | Illegal |
Oklahoma | Legal | Illegal |
Oregon | Legal (existing users only) | Illegal |
Pennsylvania | Legal | Illegal |
Rhode Island | Legal | Illegal |
South Carolina | Legal | Illegal |
South Dakota | Legal | Illegal |
Tennessee | Legal | Illegal |
Texas | Unsupported | Illegal |
Utah | Legal | Illegal |
Vermont | Unsupported | Illegal |
Virginia | Legal | Illegal |
Washington | Legal (existing users only) | Illegal |
West Virginia | Legal | Illegal |
Wisconsin | Legal | Illegal |
Wyoming | Legal | Illegal |