The Nature of Exchange-to-Exchange Transfers
Transferring crypto between exchanges goes through the blockchain. When you tap "Withdraw" on OKX, Huobi, or Bybit, the coins are sent to the blockchain first, then Binance receives and credits them. It's a standard on-chain transaction, so arrival time depends on the blockchain network, not the exchange.
If you don't have a Binance account yet, sign up for Binance and complete identity verification to get a deposit address. Download the Binance app for easier operation.
Arrival Times by Network
TRC20: Three to ten minutes. Recommended for USDT — low fees, fast speed. Most users choose this. BEP20: Three to five minutes. Similar cost to TRC20. Good for BNB and BSC tokens. ERC20: Ten to thirty minutes, possibly longer during congestion. Highest fees among mainstream networks. Bitcoin: Thirty to sixty minutes. Only option for BTC. Solana: One to three minutes. Fastest option. Arbitrum/Optimism: Five to fifteen minutes. Lower fees than ERC20 for Ethereum ecosystem assets.
Step-by-Step: OKX to Binance
On Binance: Assets → Deposit → Select coin (e.g., USDT) → Select network (e.g., TRC20) → Copy address (and Memo if shown).
On OKX: Assets → Withdraw → Same coin → Paste Binance address → Same network → Fill Memo if required → Enter amount → Complete security verification → Submit.
Wait: Check OKX withdrawal history for status/hash. Check Binance deposit history for confirmation progress.
Critical Details
Networks must match: TRC20 on Binance means TRC20 on OKX. Wrong network = potential fund loss. Copy-paste addresses: Never type manually. Verify first and last few characters after pasting. Don't forget Memo: For XRP, XLM, etc. Missing Memo delays arrival and requires support intervention. Test small first: First-time transfers deserve a small test run. Sending platform review: OKX and others may review withdrawals (especially large amounts or new addresses), adding minutes to hours of extra wait. Withdrawal limits: Check daily limits based on your KYC level on both platforms.
Transfers from Other Platforms
From Huobi, Bybit, Gate.io, or even DEXes like Uniswap — the process is identical. Get the Binance deposit address, withdraw from the other platform on the matching network, wait for blockchain confirmation.
Receiving crypto through Binance is very convenient with broad coin and network support.
Fees
Sending platform charges withdrawal fees (varies by platform). Binance charges nothing for receiving. To save: choose TRC20/BEP20, transfer larger amounts at once (fees are usually flat, not percentage-based).
Frequently Asked Questions
OKX shows success but Binance hasn't credited
Wait — OKX "success" may only mean broadcast, not Binance-confirmed. Check Binance deposit history for confirmation progress. If not arrived after two hours, contact Binance support.
Can I transfer fiat directly
No. Exchanges only transfer crypto via blockchain. Convert fiat to crypto on the sending platform first.
Who pays the fees
You pay the sending platform's withdrawal fee. Binance charges nothing for receiving.
Security Tips
Always operate through official apps for cross-platform transfers. Only trust deposit addresses from the Binance app. Some malware replaces clipboard addresses, so always verify after pasting.