Bitget is leaving France. Transfer your assets to a fully MiCA-licensed exchange.
The French cryptocurrency market has seen significant shifts in recent months as global regulatory frameworks continue to evolve. With Bitget announcing the discontinuation of services for French residents effective March 31, 2026, in response to regulatory obligations under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), we want to address what this means for crypto users and reaffirm OKX’s commitment to compliant, secure service across Europe.
What’s Happening in France?
France has implemented rigorous regulatory standards for virtual asset service providers (VASPs) under the European Union’s MiCA framework. These standards aim to enhance investor protection, enforce strong Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) practices, and establish consistent operating requirements across EU member states. As a result, Bitget has elected to discontinue offerings to French users due to the complexity of meeting these evolving requirements.
While the withdrawal of services by major players can create uncertainty for users, it underscores a broader trend: regulatory compliance is becoming a core pillar of sustainable growth for the cryptocurrency ecosystem.
OKX’s Long-Term Vision for Compliance and Growth
At OKX, we believe that clear, well-defined regulatory frameworks are essential for the long-term maturity and adoption of digital assets. That’s why we have taken proactive steps to ensure that our platform adheres to relevant local and regional requirements, including MiCA, so we can continue offering services in key markets across Europe and beyond.
We have invested in compliance infrastructure, robust risk-management systems, and transparent operational processes that align with regulatory expectations. This includes:
- Enhanced KYC/AML controls to protect users and the broader financial system.
- Collaboration with regulators and industry stakeholders to shape constructive policy outcomes.
- Risk-aware product offerings that balance innovation with user protection and regulatory compliance.
These efforts reflect our conviction that compliance and innovation can, and must, coexist to create a fairer, more trustworthy digital asset ecosystem.
Supporting Users Through Market Changes
Welcome bonus: Deposit Match for new and existing users
To make your transition seamless, we're offering a 4% Deposit Match* rewards program this March - earn a match on new crypto or cash net deposits to your OKX account.
How it works:
- Visit the Deposit Match rewards page and click "Opt-in"
- Deposit crypto on-chain, or fund via bank transfer, debit card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay
- Earn a percentage match on your net deposits during the rewards period
Your reward is calculated based on net deposits (total deposits minus withdrawals) during the promotion window. Full terms, match rates, and maximum rewards are detailed on the Deposit Match landing page.
How to transfer your crypto from Bitget to OKX
Moving your assets is straightforward:
- Create or sign in to your OKX account at okx.com and complete identity verification (KYC).
- Go to Assets and select Deposit.
- Search for the cryptocurrency you want to transfer and select the correct network.
- Copy your OKX deposit address and paste it into Bitget's withdrawal screen.
- Confirm the transaction on Bitget. Once the required network confirmations are met, your assets will appear in your OKX account.
Important Bitget deadlines to keep in mind:
- March 16, 2026: Bitget stops accepting new orders and deposits from French users
- March 31, 2026: All remaining open positions will be liquidated and pending orders cancelled
- After March 31: Unwithdrawn assets above 10 USDC will be transferred to a third-party platform
Need help? Our support team is available 24/7 via live chat at support.okx.com.
The future of crypto in Europe is regulated. We're ready._
The implementation of MiCA and similar regulatory regimes globally represents a major milestone for the digital asset industry. While compliance may present short-term challenges for some providers, it ultimately lays the foundation for:
- Higher standards of security and investor protection
- Greater legitimacy within the mainstream financial system
- Enhanced cross-border access and interoperability
OKX remains steadfast in its mission to offer reliable, compliant services around the world. We welcome constructive regulatory frameworks that safeguard users while enabling innovation. As the crypto landscape continues to mature, we will continue investing in initiatives that uphold both compliance and customer experience.
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