KuCoin
Crypto exchange known for wide altcoin selection
Platform Overview
KuCoin is a Seychelles-based cryptocurrency exchange known for its extensive altcoin listings and early access to emerging tokens. It serves millions of users globally with spot, futures, and lending services.
Company Information
- Registered Company Name
- Mek Global Limited
- Brand Name
- KuCoin
- Headquarters
- Seychelles
- Year Established
- 2017
Transparency Signals
Multi-jurisdictional regulatory compliance
Regulated by light-touch jurisdictional authority
- Regulated under light-touch jurisdiction with developing oversight standards
Regulated under light-touch jurisdiction with developing oversight standards
Trust Dimension Breakdown
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Regulatory Intelligence
Brand Name
Legal Entities
Regulatory References
Regulatory information displayed here is compiled from public registries, third-party sources, and platform self-declarations. IFCCI does not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of this information. Always verify directly with the relevant regulatory authority.
Regional Market Signals
Malaysia Market
Asia Pacific
Global Market
Regulatory Licenses
FSA
- License Number
- Seychelles IBC
- Jurisdiction
- Seychelles
- License Type
- Offshore Registration
Internal Transparency
Transparency profile visualization
Trading Conditions
| Instrument | Spread |
|---|---|
| EUR/USD | N/A |
| GBP/USD | N/A |
| USD/JPY | N/A |
| XAU/USD | N/A |
- Commission
- Maker 0.10% / Taker 0.10% (spot); Maker 0.02% / Taker 0.06% (futures); KCS holders get 20% discount
- Inactivity Fee
- None
- Deposit Fees
- Free (crypto); varies for fiat/P2P
- Withdrawal Fees
- Network fee (varies by coin)
- Withdrawal Processing Time
- Instant to 30 minutes (crypto); 1-3 business days (fiat)
Platform Infrastructure
Safety & Protection
Operational Details
- Supported Languages
- English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Turkish, Portuguese, Vietnamese
- Support Channels
- Live ChatEmailTicket System
- Payment Methods
- Bank TransferCredit CardP2PCrypto
Community Snapshot
Submit a Complaint
Platform Comparison
| Regulatory Tier | Tier 3 | Tier 2 |
| Transparency Signals | 5.4/10 | 4.8/10 |
| Minimum Deposit | $0 | $1 |
| Maximum Leverage | Up to 1:100 | Up to 1:3000 |
| Spread Type | Order Book | Variable |
| Execution Model | DMA | STP |
| Year Established | 2017 | 2012 |
| Trading Products | 2 | 6 |
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