Many US users are automatically redirected to binance.us the first time they open the Binance official website, mistakenly thinking it is the same as the international version. In fact, the two are completely independent platforms, and their APPs, accounts, supported coins, and features are not interoperable. This article clarifies all the differences between Binance.com and Binance.US. If you are unsure which version to install, you can first visit the Binance Official Website to check the recommended portal for your location, or directly download the Binance Official APP to test if you can log in normally. Non-US iOS users can refer to the iOS Installation Guide to install the international version.
One-Sentence Conclusion
Binance.com (Binance International Version) is the main platform serving global users, while Binance.US is an independent subsidiary established specifically for US residents. The account systems, APP package names, assets, orders, and token lists of the two are not interoperable. Which one you register for is determined by your nationality and place of residence.
Origin and Background
Binance.com
Founded in 2017 by Changpeng Zhao (CZ), originally registered in Malta, its current operating entities are in the Cayman Islands and other jurisdictions. It serves non-US users and supports hundreds of countries and regions globally (subject to local regulations).
Binance.US
Established in 2019, headquartered in the US, and operates as an independent US entity (BAM Trading Services Inc.). It only serves US residents and must comply with US federal and state cryptocurrency regulations, including registration with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and state-level MTL licenses.
The two platforms have similar brand names but completely different business entities, an architecture dictated by the US regulatory environment.
Differences in APPs
Different Installation Packages
- Binance International Version: The package name is com.binance.dev, the icon is a yellow diamond, and the download source is binance.com.
- Binance.US: The package name is com.binance.us, the icon style is similar but with a blue-white background, and the download source is binance.us or the US App Store.
Both APPs can be installed simultaneously on the same phone without conflict. However, the accounts are not universal.
Listing Channels
- Binance International Version: Overseas Google Play and overseas Apple App Store (listing status varies by region); in some regions, downloading the APK from the official website or using an enterprise certificate is required.
- Binance.US: Can be downloaded normally from the US region Google Play and the US App Store without needing an enterprise certificate.
This is the biggest convenience for US users—they can install it without messing around with certificates.
Account System
International Accounts Cannot Log into the US Version
The reverse is also true. Accounts registered on binance.com cannot log into binance.us, and vice versa. If you are an old international version user who moved to the US, you need to register a new account on binance.us.
KYC Requirements
- International Version: KYC requirements vary by region; in most regions, a passport or ID card is sufficient.
- US Version: You must provide a SSN (Social Security Number) or ITIN, proof of residential address, and a US driver's license or passport.
The strictness of KYC for the US version far exceeds that of the international version.
Transfers Are Not Interoperable
You cannot directly transfer USDT from the international version to a US version account. You must use the method of on-chain withdrawal and then deposit, treating them like two completely different exchanges. This will incur withdrawal fees and require on-chain confirmation time.
Comparison of Tradable Coins
International Version
Supports 350+ coins and 1500+ trading pairs, basically covering mainstream and most small to mid-cap tokens.
US Version
The number of supported coins is about 150-170, which is only half of the international version. Due to the US SEC's disputes over whether many tokens are "securities," a large number of tokens cannot be listed on the US version, and some previously listed coins were delisted under regulatory pressure in 2023-2024.
Common mainstream coins not available on the US version: BNB (was briefly delisted on the US version), some DeFi, and Meme coins. Mainstream coins like BTC, ETH, SOL, and XRP are available on both sides.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | International Version | US Version |
|---|---|---|
| Spot Trading | Available | Available |
| Futures/Contracts | Available | Not Available |
| Margin Trading | Available | Not Available |
| Earn/Wealth Management | Rich | Only Staking |
| NFT Marketplace | Available | Not Available |
| Launchpad | Available | Not Available |
| C2C Fiat | Available | Not Available |
| Copy Trading | Available | Not Available |
| Web3 Wallet | Available | Limited |
| API | Complete | Basic |
The features of the US version are equivalent to a "lite version" of the international version. Advanced products like futures trading, margin, and earn are uniformly not supported on the US version—this is a restriction of the US regulatory environment.
Fee Differences
International Version
Spot fee maxes at 0.1% (lower after VIP and BNB deductions), futures maker fee can be as low as negative (rebates), making it one of the lowest fee tiers globally.
US Version
Spot fees are generally higher than the international version, with standard maker/taker fees between 0.1% and 0.4%, and the BNB deduction mechanism is limited.
For high-frequency traders, the cost advantage of the international version is significant.
Fiat Support
International Version
Supports 60+ fiat currencies, including EUR, GBP, JPY, KRW (partial), AED, etc., with multiple fiat deposit methods (bank transfer, credit card, C2C).
US Version
Only supports US Dollars (USD), and deposit methods include ACH Transfer, Wire Transfer, and Debit Card. Free bank transfers are an advantage, but the currency is singular.
Who Should Use Which?
Use Binance.US:
- US Residents (Mandatory, the international version restricts US IPs)
- Holding an SSN and US residential address
- Primarily engaging in spot trading
- Wanting to deposit and withdraw directly from a US bank
Use Binance.com (International Version):
- Non-US Residents
- Wanting to use advanced features like futures, margin, Launchpad, etc.
- Needing a large selection of coins
- Pursuing the lowest fees
Using both? Some Americans working outside the US hold both accounts simultaneously, but they must strictly separate assets and uses, and report them separately when filing taxes.
Usage Precautions
1. Do Not Install the Wrong APP
If US users install the international version APP and log in, they will be rejected due to regional restrictions. Non-US users installing the US version APP cannot register (region not allowed).
2. Must Use On-Chain for Transfers
Transferring assets between the two must go on-chain. Writing the wrong address or selecting the wrong network will result in lost assets.
3. Compliance Differences
Using an international version account within the US may violate local regulations. US residents found using the international version may have their accounts forcibly cleared.
4. Taxation
US users must report earnings from both platforms to the IRS. Binance.US will provide US tax forms, while the international version requires users to organize their trading records themselves.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Can I use the international version APP during a short business trip to the US?
A: Technically, you might be able to log in, but Binance determines regions based on IP, and logging in from a US IP may trigger risk control or direct restrictions. It is recommended to use the web version and only make inquiries during business trips.
Q: Can historical orders be synced if I switch from an international account to a US account?
A: No. The two sets of databases are independent, and you can only check histories separately.
Q: Will the two merge in the future?
A: In the short term, it is almost impossible. The US crypto regulatory environment requires the US version to exist as an independent entity, and merging with the international version involves significant compliance hurdles.
Q: Does the US version also have BNB fee deductions?
A: Yes, but the discount is smaller than the international version, and it is affected by the listing status on the US version.
Q: Can the two APPs log into the same account simultaneously?
A: No, because the accounts are inherently not interoperable. An email can only exist on one platform.