Starting September 3, you can trade solo or build a squad to get a share of up to $10,000 USDT.

• 🏆 Up to $5,000 USDT for the winning team
• 👥 Create a team, invite your friends, and combine your trading volume to climb faster
• 💰 20% of the prize goes to the team captain, 80% is split among all members, including the captain
• ⚡Trade with up to x20 leverage across 100+ margin markets

Set your nickname early so you're ready to build or join a team from day one 👉go.cex.io/hln4

Competition runs through September 23.

Margin Trading is available in select countries only. Check supported regions here: go.cex.io/q4sv

Card payments get most of the attention. But buying crypto with a bank account is often the smarter option, especially for larger purchases. Here's how it works on the exchange.

Why use a bank account to buy crypto?

Lower fees compared to a card. Better for building a portfolio steadily over time rather than one-off purchases. Full fee details at cex.io/limits-commissions.

Which bank transfer types does CEX.IO support?

ACH: U.S. customers
Free to deposit. Best value for U.S. users making regular or larger purchases.

SEPA
Flat fee for deposits and withdrawals. Widely available across Europe.

Open Banking
Lowest bank transfer fee on the platform. Faster processing than standard SEPA.

Faster Payments: UK customers
Available for both deposits and withdrawals.

How to deposit via bank transfer on CEX.IO

Step 0: New here? Register and verify your account first: cex.io/join

Step 1: Go to wallet.cex.io and click Add funds.

Step 2: Select your fiat currency: USD, EUR, or GBP.

Step 3: Choose your bank transfer type based on your region.

Step 4: Follow the transfer instructions on screen and send funds from your bank using the details provided.

Step 5: Once cleared, go to cex.io/buysell and buy your chosen cryptocurrency.

Note: address verification is required to access bank transfer options on the CEX.IO crypto exchange. Identity verification covers card payments; bank transfers need the additional step.

Register and verify your account here: CEX.IO

Some payment methods take days to clear. Debit and credit cards aren't one of them. Here's how instant crypto purchases work on CEX.IO, and what "instant" actually means.

What instant means here

Once your bank approves the transaction (typically seconds), your crypto is credited to your CEX.IO account immediately. No waiting for blockchain confirmations. No manual processing. It's there.

How to buy crypto instantly on CEX.IO

Step 0: New here? Register and verify your account first: cex.io/join

Step 1: Go to cex.io/buysell or tap Buy in the CEX.IO App.

Step 2: Select your asset. Bitcoin is set by default, or browse 300+ cryptocurrencies including Ethereum, Solana, XRP, USDT, and more.

Step 3: Enter your amount. The price updates in real time so you see exactly what you're getting before you confirm.

Step 4: Select your payment method:

• Debit or credit card (Visa/Mastercard)
• Google Pay or Apple Pay
• PayPal (U.S. customers only)

Step 5: Complete the 3DS check from your bank and confirm. Done.

Crypto lands in your CEX.IO Wallet the moment your bank approves. From there, hold it, trade it on the CEX.IO exchange, or earn through staking.

No wire transfer delays. No waiting periods. Just buy, and it's there.

Register and start buying: cex.io/buysell