How to open an account with KuCoin in the US (2024)

Withdrawals deserve a dry run. Send a small amount first, confirm the network, and check the address character by character. A single wrong character is the most common cause of lost funds.

If the process stalls, the support center for KuCoin is the first place to look. Search the exact error message, not a vague description. For the US users, the help articles are localized in most supported languages.

If you plan to open an account in the US, start with the basics of KuCoin. This 2024 guide explains the exact steps, the documents you may be asked for, and the common mistakes that delay the process.

This page is part of a living guide. The steps reflect the 2024 interface of KuCoin; when the platform ships a redesign, the checklist is updated and the change date is noted.

Security comes before convenience. Enable two-factor authentication, review active sessions, and make sure the email and phone attached to the account are ones you control in the US.

Taxes differ by jurisdiction. In the US, keep a record of every transaction you make while you open an account: date, amount, fee, and counterparty. Most local tax offices accept a simple spreadsheet.