How to Deposit on KuCoin

Method 1: Deposit crypto

Step 1: Open the deposit screen

Log in to the KuCoin app and tap Deposit, then choose Crypto. On the website, click Deposit, then Deposit again in the side panel.

Step 2: Choose the coin and network

Search for the coin (USDT, for example) and pick the network. It must match the network of the platform you're sending from. If the other platform only supports ERC-20, for example, choose ERC-20 here too. KuCoin warns that with the wrong network, your funds might be lost and can't be recovered.

Step 3: Read the notice and choose the account

KuCoin then shows the deposit notice for that network. You can also choose where the coins land: Funding or Trading. P2P trades use your Funding account. To trade spot, the coins have to be in Trading, and you can move them later with Assets → Transfer.

Step 4: Copy the address (and the memo, if there is one)

Tap the copy icon next to the address, or use Save image / Share Address. Some networks need a memo or tag as well. Enter it on the sending side, or you could lose the deposit.

Step 5: Send from the other side

Paste the address on the sending platform, choose the same network and send. Send more than the minimum deposit shown on the KuCoin page, and remember that the other platform's withdrawal fee comes out of what arrives. Track it under Deposit History. KuCoin also notifies you by platform message and email.

Networks explained: TRC20, BEP20 and ERC20.

Method 2: Buy USDT with your local currency on P2P

No crypto yet? Buy USDT from another user on KuCoin P2P. You pay the seller by bank transfer or e-wallet, tap Pay and Confirm Payment, and the seller releases the USDT to you. In some markets, including the Saudi riyal and UAE dirham, you have to upload proof of payment first.

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Common problems

I can't deposit

• Deposits need identity verification first. Verify your account.

My deposit is taking a long time

• Confirmation time depends on the blockchain and how busy it is. Check that deposits for that coin and network aren't under maintenance; KuCoin shows important notices on the deposit page.

I can't trade the coins I deposited

• They're probably in your Funding account. Move them to Trading with Assets → Transfer.

Frequently asked questions

How do I deposit on KuCoin?

Tap Deposit → Crypto, pick the coin and network, copy the address, and send from the other side on the same network.

Can I deposit on KuCoin without verification?

No. KuCoin lists identity verification as a prerequisite for crypto deposits.

Can I deposit in my local currency?

Yes, by buying USDT on KuCoin P2P in your currency, where there are ads for it.

Is there a minimum deposit?

Yes. It depends on the coin and is shown on the deposit page. Sending less risks losing the deposit.

Next step

KuCoin P2P: buy and sell USDT →

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Last updated: 22 October 2026 · Sources: KuCoin Help Center pages on depositing crypto (updated 17 September 2026), getting started (7 July 2026) and buying on P2P. Button names may differ depending on your app language.