You can easily deposit AED (United Arab Emirates Dirham) from your local UAE bank account to your OKX account through bank transfer. This guide will walk you through the step-by-step process for both web and mobile app users.
How to Make an AED Bank Transfer Deposit
On the OKX Website
- Log in to your OKX account at okx.com
- Navigate to Assets and select Deposit
- Choose United Arab Emirates Dirham (AED) as your deposit currency
- Select Bank Transfer as your deposit method
On the OKX Mobile App
- Open your OKX app and tap on Deposit
- Select Deposit AED from the currency options
- Choose Bank Transfer as your payment method
How to Fund Your AED Account via Bank Transfer
Add Your Bank Account:
Provide your bank details including:
- Account holder name (must match your OKX account name)
- IBAN number
- Note: You can link up to 5 bank accounts
Review Deposit Instructions:
- After adding your account, you'll receive unique deposit instructions
- The IBAN provided is exclusively linked to your OKX account
Complete the Transfer:
- Use your personal bank account to transfer funds to the provided IBAN
- Be aware of potential 2-hour cooling periods for new beneficiaries
Important Considerations
- Supported Banks: Only local UAE bank transfers are accepted
- Account Matching: The name on your bank account must match your OKX account name
- Transfer Fees: OKX doesn't charge deposit fees, but your bank might
- Currency: Only AED transfers are accepted; other currencies will be rejected
- Processing Times: Deposits may be delayed during system or bank provider downtime
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why don't I see the "Deposit AED" option?
This feature is currently only available to verified users in supported regions to comply with local regulations.
2. Why are my payment method options limited?
Available payment methods are determined by your verified identity and regional regulations.
3. What does "Cash deposit unavailable" mean?
This indicates that fiat deposit services aren't currently offered in your location.
👉 Learn more about OKX deposit options
4. Why is identity verification required?
We require verification to maintain platform security and comply with financial regulations.
5. How can I check my deposit history?
- Web: Go to Assets > Deposit > All deposits
- App: Visit Portfolio > Transactions > Filter by Cash deposit type