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Gemini review

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Data verified 19 Oct 2026, sources linked.

Gemini is a centralized crypto exchange. Official registers we checked list it (or a group company) as licensed or registered in: European Union (MiCA), United States, Singapore. Restricted or under a regulator warning in: India. Base-tier fees: spot 0.60% maker / 1.20% taker, futures 0.02% maker / 0.07% taker. TradeReviewed score: 2.4 out of 5.

Key facts

TypeCEX
TradeReviewed score2.4/5
Spot fees (maker / taker)0.60% / 1.20% source
Futures fees (maker / taker)0.02% / 0.07% source
Licensed or registered inEuropean Union (MiCA), United States, Singapore
Restricted or warningIndia
Proof of reserves-
Volume 24h$20.4M
Derivatives $165K CoinGecko, 2026-10-20
Max leverage100x
EEA retail (Gemini EU): max 10x source
KYC-
Last verified19 Oct 2026
Fee notesActiveTrader / API base tier (0 USD volume). Derivatives base tier.

Score breakdown

Each category is calculated from the sourced data on this page. Missing data scores low, never estimated. Methodology and formula.

Regulation and licences (25%)2.5
Security and proof of reserves (20%)1.5
Fees (spot and futures) (20%)1.8
Liquidity and volume (15%)1.5
Products and features (10%)5.0
Transparency, KYC and support (10%)3.5

Regulation by country and region

Status per jurisdiction with a link to the official register. Registers change, so always check the source and the date we last verified it. What these statuses mean.

JurisdictionRegulatorLicence / registrationNumberStatusOfficial sourceLast verified
European Union (MiCA)Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA)MiCA CASP authorisation (Gemini Intergalactic EU Ltd)-Licensed
ESMA interim register, authorised 21/08/2025.
Register19 Oct 2026
United StatesNew York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS)Limited Purpose Trust Charter (Gemini Trust Company, LLC)-Licensed
Granted 2015-10 per NYDFS regulated entities list.
Register19 Oct 2026
UAE / Dubai (VARA)Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA)--Not verifiedRegister-
United KingdomFinancial Conduct Authority (FCA)--Not verified
FCA cryptoasset register could not be read automatically (bot protection); not verified yet.
Register-
SingaporeMonetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)Major Payment Institution, Digital Payment Token service (Gemini Digital Payments Singapore, Pte. Ltd.)-Licensed
MAS Financial Institutions Directory, DPT service list (38 entities), checked 20 Oct 2026.
Register20 Oct 2026
JapanFinancial Services Agency (JFSA)--Not verifiedRegister-
Hong KongSecurities and Futures Commission (SFC)--Not verifiedRegister-
AustraliaAUSTRAC--Not verified
AUSTRAC does not publish a public list of registered digital currency exchanges; not verified.
Register-
CanadaOntario Securities Commission (OSC) / CSANot currently registered (pre-registration undertaking expired)-Not licensed
OSC: no longer offers services to retail clients in Canada; exemptive relief review ongoing.
Register20 Oct 2026
IndiaFinancial Intelligence Unit India (FIU-IND)Directed for takedown of apps and URLs (operating without FIU-IND registration)-Banned / warning
Lok Sabha Unstarred Question 5805 (30 Mar 2026), Annexure II.
Register20 Oct 2026
TurkeyCapital Markets Board (SPK/CMB) / MASAK--Not verifiedRegister-
South KoreaKorea Financial Intelligence Unit (KoFIU)--Not verifiedRegister-
BrazilBanco Central do Brasil (BCB)--Not verified
Banco Central do Brasil has not published a list of authorised SPSAVs yet (checked 20 Oct 2026).
Register-

Regional rankings

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Gemini: frequently asked questions

Is Gemini regulated?

Yes, in some jurisdictions. Official registers list Gemini (or a group company) as licensed or registered in: European Union (MiCA), United States, Singapore. Licences are usually held by a local entity, so check which company serves your country.

Is Gemini legal in the US?

Yes. Gemini is listed as licensed in United States: Limited Purpose Trust Charter (Gemini Trust Company, LLC), New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS). (checked 2026-10-19) Granted 2015-10 per NYDFS regulated entities list.

Is Gemini MiCA licensed?

Yes. Gemini is listed as licensed in European Union (MiCA): MiCA CASP authorisation (Gemini Intergalactic EU Ltd), Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA). (checked 2026-10-19) ESMA interim register, authorised 21/08/2025.

What are Gemini fees?

At the base (regular user) tier: spot 0.60% maker / 1.20% taker, futures 0.02% maker / 0.07% taker, according to the official fee page (checked 2026-10-19). VIP tiers and token discounts can lower this.

Is Gemini available in the UAE?

We have not verified the status of Gemini in UAE / Dubai (VARA) yet. Check the official register and the exchange's terms for your country.

Does Gemini require KYC?

We have not verified the KYC rules yet. Most centralized exchanges require identity verification before deposits, trading or withdrawals.

What is the TradeReviewed score of Gemini?

2.4 out of 5, calculated with our published methodology from regulation, security, fees, liquidity, products and transparency data. Partnerships do not affect the score.

Sources

Risk warning: crypto-assets are volatile and you can lose all of your money. Leveraged products are high risk. Nothing on this page is financial advice.