Is Bitrue available in Germany?
Bitrue currently serves German residents and Germany is not on the platform's list of restricted countries, but its European Union authorisation is developing. Bitrue holds a virtual asset service provider registration in Lithuania and is pursuing a Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) authorisation, and whether it can continue serving German residents after the MiCA transition deadline of 1 July 2026 is not yet confirmed.
Information, not advice. This is general information, not legal, tax, or financial advice. Verify the current rules with a qualified local professional and the official regulator before acting.
How we checked this. We set this status by reading the platform's own terms of use and country eligibility, and the public register kept by the named regulator, then dated the result. Availability can change, so confirm directly with the platform and the regulator before acting. As of 26 June 2026.
As of 26 June 2026, Bitrue is reachable by residents of Germany and Germany is not among the countries it restricts, but its standing in the European Union is developing. Bitrue holds a virtual asset service provider registration in Lithuania through Bitrue Lithuania UAB and is pursuing authorisation under the EU Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) framework, which is supervised in Germany by the Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin). Whether Bitrue can continue serving German and other EU residents after the MiCA transition deadline of 1 July 2026 is not yet confirmed, so verify the current position before acting.
Availability for German residents
As of 26 June 2026, Bitrue is reachable by residents of Germany, and Germany does not appear on Bitrue's published list of restricted countries. Among European Union states, Bitrue's list names the Netherlands, not Germany. German users can therefore reach the platform, but its European Union authorisation is still developing.
Germany's financial regulator is the Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin). Across the European Union, providers are expected to operate under the Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) framework, either through a national authorisation or by passporting an authorisation held in another member state. Bitrue holds a virtual asset service provider registration in Lithuania through Bitrue Lithuania UAB and has said it is pursuing a MiCA authorisation. Whether it can continue serving German residents after the MiCA transition deadline of 1 July 2026 is not yet confirmed, so treat the position as developing.
Access, identity checks, and products
Bitrue is a custodial exchange, which means it holds the assets in your account on your behalf rather than giving you the private keys. German users who can access the platform typically complete know your customer (KYC) identity checks and fund accounts in euro using supported methods such as SEPA transfers where offered.
Some products, such as certain derivatives, are restricted or unavailable in parts of the European Union. Confirm what is offered to Germany on the platform itself, and treat the regulatory position as the main open question rather than the day to day mechanics.
How crypto is taxed in Germany
Germany taxes crypto for individuals under its income tax rules, with guidance from the Federal Ministry of Finance. Gains on crypto held by a private individual for longer than one year can be free of tax, while disposals within a year may be taxable once an annual exemption threshold is exceeded (as of 26 June 2026).
Rules and thresholds change and depend on personal circumstances, so confirm the current treatment with your local tax office or a qualified adviser. See the Germany crypto tax page for a fuller explanation. This is general information, not tax advice.
Several platforms serve Germany residents. Availability and products vary, so compare the exchanges that are genuinely available in Germany before you choose.
Every availability status here is dated and checked against the named regulator's public register. We never place a link to a platform where it is not available.
Regulator and sources
The German regulator is the Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin), and European Union authorisation runs through the Markets in Crypto Assets framework coordinated with the European Securities and Markets Authority. The position below is stated as of 26 June 2026 and should be confirmed on the primary sources.
- Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin), registers and guidance for crypto asset service providers under MiCA.
- Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) framework and the European Securities and Markets Authority register of authorised providers.
- Bitrue, announcement of its virtual asset service provider registration in Lithuania through Bitrue Lithuania UAB.
- Bitrue, published Terms of Use listing the countries it restricts.
- Federal Ministry of Finance, guidance on crypto asset tax treatment.
Frequently asked questions
Is Bitrue available in Germany?
As of 26 June 2026 Bitrue is reachable by residents of Germany and Germany is not on its restricted list, but its EU authorisation is developing. Confirm whether it can continue after the MiCA transition deadline of 1 July 2026.
Does Bitrue hold a German BaFin authorisation?
Bitrue does not appear as a German authorised provider. It holds a virtual asset service provider registration in Lithuania and is pursuing a Markets in Crypto Assets authorisation that could be passported into Germany (as of 26 June 2026).
Will Bitrue keep operating in the EU after July 2026?
This is not yet confirmed. It depends on Bitrue obtaining a Markets in Crypto Assets authorisation that can be passported across the European Union. Confirm directly with BaFin and Bitrue.
Is it legal to use crypto in Germany?
Yes. Holding, buying, and selling crypto is legal in Germany, supervised under the framework overseen by the Federal Financial Supervisory Authority. The open question here is Bitrue's authorisation, not whether owning crypto is allowed.
How is crypto taxed in Germany?
Germany can treat gains on crypto held by a private individual for longer than one year as free of tax, while shorter holdings may be taxable, with guidance from the Federal Ministry of Finance. See the Germany crypto tax page and confirm with an adviser (as of 26 June 2026).
Where can I confirm Bitrue's status in Germany?
Check the Federal Financial Supervisory Authority registers and notices, the European Securities and Markets Authority register, and Bitrue's own published updates. Those primary sources are the most current way to confirm availability.
Rules change frequently. Exchange availability and authorisations can change at short notice, and Bitrue's EU position in particular is developing ahead of the Markets in Crypto Assets transition deadline of 1 July 2026. The position on this page is dated 26 June 2026. Confirm the current status with the Federal Financial Supervisory Authority and the platform before you act.
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