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Gemini
US-AVAILABLE
Reviewed by CoinCompass · Last verified
Is Gemini available in the US?
Yes — Gemini is licensed for US customers (BitLicense NYDFS + state money-transmitter licenses (Winklevoss-founded)). It is one of the exchanges we can legally reference and monetize for a US audience. Availability can vary by state, so confirm your state before signing up.
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Crypto risk: crypto assets are volatile and can lose value, are not FDIC-insured, and are not a bank deposit. This is not financial advice — do your own research before trading.
Affiliate / referral program
Gemini Referral / affiliate programs
Affiliate earns $25 per converted account that places a trade; staking up to 7% APR for users
Gemini at a glance
| Status | us licensed |
|---|---|
| Regulator / license | BitLicense NYDFS + state money-transmitter licenses (Winklevoss-founded) |
| Markets | US |
| Supported countries | US + select international custody-ineligible |
| Affiliate program | Gemini Referral / affiliate programs |
| Affiliate commission | $25 flat per converted account that places a trade (CPA) |
Fees
| Trading | ActiveTrader: maker/taker tiers (Sept 2026 schedule); base higher than Coinbase/Kraken |
|---|---|
| Withdrawal | Free standard, network fee for crypto |
| Deposit | Free |
| Notes | Fees can be higher at base; volume-based discounts. |
What a $1,000 trade actually costs
At tier-based taker rate, a $1,000 trade costs roughly varies by tier. ActiveTrader uses volume-based maker/taker tiers; base fees are higher than Coinbase/Kraken. Confirm the current schedule. Estimate your own monthly cost with our fee estimator.
Ratings breakdown
| Overall | 4.3 |
|---|---|
| Usability | 4.3 |
| Fees | 3.7 |
| Security | 4.8 |
| Support | 4.1 |
Strengths
- One of the most regulated US exchanges (BitLicense)
- Gemini Earn yields on held crypto
- Strong security and insurance posture
- Clean, trusted brand for beginners
Weaknesses
- Higher base fees than competitors at entry tier
- Narrower altcoin selection than Coinbase
- Warm-custody interest products carry some market risk