Nevada

A list of ways to purchase bitcoin in Nevada.


Exchange Support


Exchange Name Support for Nevada
Binance.us No
Coinbase Yes
Kraken Yes
Kucoin No
Gemini Yes
Uphold Yes
Luno No
Crypto.com Yes
Robinhood Yes
River No
ByBit No
eToro No



Frequently Asked Questions



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Transaction Fees

A look at the transaction fees for each exchange, both spread and commission.

  • Spread fee: Exchanges may charge a higher price than the actual price of Bitcoin.
  • Fee: Exchange fee for the transaction.
  • Total fees: The sum of the spread fee and the fee.
Exchange Spread Fee Fee Total Fees
KrakenKraken 0.0% 0.4% 0.4%
RobinhoodRobinhood 0.55% 0.0% 0.55%
RiverRiver 0.3% 1.0% 1.3%
GeminiGemini 0.5% 2.99% 3.49%
CoinbaseCoinbase 1.0% 2.99% 3.99%

Actual fees may vary. Fees are subject to change. Fee estimates based on our research and testing. Some exchanges may charge less depending on volume.


Estimated Fees on $100

An estimate of the fees for buying $100 worth of Bitcoin using a bank account.

Exchange Total Cost on $100
KrakenKraken $0.4
RobinhoodRobinhood $0.55
RiverRiver $1.3
GeminiGemini $3.49
CoinbaseCoinbase $3.99


History of Bitcoin in Nevada

Nevada has established itself as a Bitcoin-friendly state through progressive legislation. In 2017, Nevada became one of the first states to ban blockchain taxes through Senate Bill 398, which also recognized blockchain transactions as legally binding. The state's gambling industry has been particularly receptive to Bitcoin adoption, with several Las Vegas casinos accepting Bitcoin payments since 2014.

The Nevada Financial Institutions Division has developed specific guidelines for Bitcoin businesses, requiring money transmitter licenses while maintaining an open approach to innovation. Las Vegas has emerged as a major Bitcoin hub, hosting numerous Bitcoin ATMs and regular Bitcoin meetups.



Financial & Regulatory Licenses

Exchange Licenses & Regulation
RobinhoodRobinhood FinCEN as a money services business. U.S. SEC as a broker-dealer.
CoinbaseCoinbase Chartered by New York State Department of Financial Services for virtual currency.
RiverRiver Registered MSB with FinCEN.
KrakenKraken Registered money services business with FinCEN (USA).
GeminiGemini New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS).
ATM RadarATM Radar This is a map only. Please check with individual ATM operators for their regulatory status and licenses.
Bitcoin DepotBitcoin Depot Registered MSB with FinCEN in the USA and FINTRAC in Canada. Licensed for money transmission in applicable US states.


Deposit Fees

These are fees exchanges may charge for deposits. Fees are subject to change.

Exchange Deposit Fees
CoinbaseCoinbase ACH: Free
Wire: $10 USD
SEPA: €0.15 EUR
SWIFT: Free
GeminiGemini ACH: $0
Wire: $0
SEPA: $0
SWIFT: $0
KrakenKraken ACH: $0
Wire: $0
SEPA: $0
SWIFT: $3
RiverRiver ACH: $0
Wire: $0
RobinhoodRobinhood ACH: $0
SWIFT: $0



Bitcoin Scams in Nevada

Nevada has encountered several notable Bitcoin fraud cases. In 2020, the Las Vegas-based My Big Coin Pay, operated by Randall Crater, was exposed for defrauding investors of $6 million through a fraudulent Bitcoin investment scheme. Crater promised investors that their funds were backed by $300 million in gold and guaranteed returns from Bitcoin trading.

The Nevada Securities Division has been proactive in combating Bitcoin fraud, issuing emergency cease-and-desist orders against unauthorized Bitcoin operations. Nevada residents are advised to exercise due diligence when investing in Bitcoin and to verify that any Bitcoin trading platform is properly licensed with state authorities.



Mobile App Support

Exchange iOS App Android App
RobinhoodRobinhood
CoinbaseCoinbase
RiverRiver
KrakenKraken
GeminiGemini


Earn Interest & Rewards

The following table shows interest rates offered by exchanges.

Exchange Interest Rate & Details
CoinbaseCoinbase 4.70%
Earn 4.70% APY rewards by holding USDC on Coinbase. USDC is fully backed 1:1 by US dollars. Minimum $1.
RiverRiver 3.8%
Earn 3.8% interest on FDIC-insured cash, paid out in Bitcoin. No fees or minimums. Withdraws allowed anytime.
KrakenKraken 0.15% - 6.5%
Available for BTC (0.15% bonded/0.1% flexible), USDT/USD/USDC (6.5% bonded/4.5% flexible), and EUR (4.45% bonded/3.5% flexible).




Exchange snapshots

Robinhood

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Robinhood snapshot
Minimum Deposit $1
iOS app score 4.2
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
Android app score 4.2
Official rating from the Android Play Store as of November 18, 2024.
Deposit Methods ACH, Debit Card, Bank Account, Wire Transfer
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Coinbase

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Minimum Deposit $1
iOS app score 4.7
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
Android app score 4.6
Official rating from the Android Play Store as of November 18, 2024.
Deposit Methods ACH, Wire Transfer, Debit Card, Bank Account, PayPal, Apple Pay, iDEAL, SEPA, Interac e-Transfer, Instant Verification, Google Pay
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River

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Minimum Deposit $1
iOS app score 4.8
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
Android app score 4.9
Official rating from the Android Play Store as of November 18, 2024.
Deposit Methods ACH, Bank Account, Wire Transfer
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Kraken

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Minimum Deposit $1
iOS app score 4.7
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
Android app score 4.3
Official rating from the Android Play Store as of November 18, 2024.
Deposit Methods ACH, Bank Account, Apple Pay, Google Pay, SEPA, Interac e-Transfer, Debit Card, PayPal, Instant Verification

Gemini

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Minimum Deposit $1
iOS app score 4.8
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
Android app score 4.2
Official rating from the Android Play Store as of November 18, 2024.
Deposit Methods ACH, Bank Account, PayPal, Apple Pay, Debit Card, Google Pay

ATM Radar

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ATM Radar snapshot
Minimum Deposit Each ATM will have a different minimum deposit amount.
iOS app score 4.5
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
Android app score 4.5
Official rating from the Android Play Store as of November 18, 2024.
Deposit Methods Cash

Bitcoin Depot

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Bitcoin Depot snapshot
Minimum Deposit $1
iOS app score 4.4
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
Android app score 4.3
Official rating from the Android Play Store as of November 18, 2024.
Deposit Methods Cash