Is Uphold available in The Netherlands?
Uphold does not open new accounts for residents of the Netherlands. Its own list of jurisdictions it does not support, last updated 12 May 2026, places the Netherlands among the locations where it cannot onboard new customers. Crypto itself is legal, and crypto platforms are now authorised under the EU Markets in Crypto Assets framework supervised by the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets.
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, Uphold does not open new accounts for residents of the Netherlands. Upholds own list of jurisdictions it does not support, last updated 12 May 2026, places the Netherlands among the countries where it cannot onboard new customers, and it warns that existing customers in those locations may have limited access. Holding and trading crypto is itself legal, and Dutch crypto platforms are now authorised under the EU Markets in Crypto Assets framework supervised by the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets, so residents should compare platforms that genuinely serve the Netherlands and verify the current position before acting.
Availability for residents of the Netherlands
As of 26 June 2026, Uphold is not available to new customers in the Netherlands. On its published list of jurisdictions it does not support, last updated 12 May 2026, Uphold lists the Netherlands among the locations where it is unable to offer new accounts, and it notes that existing customers in restricted locations may have limited access and may be asked to close their accounts.
This is a platform level decision by Uphold rather than a ban on crypto by the Netherlands. Crypto platforms serving Dutch residents are now expected to hold authorisation as a crypto asset service provider under the EU Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) framework. The licensing authority is the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (Autoriteit Financiele Markten, or AFM), with De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) responsible for prudential supervision. The earlier Dutch registration regime run by De Nederlandsche Bank closed to this transition during 2025.
Availability can change as a platform completes or withdraws an authorisation, so treat this status as accurate as of 26 June 2026 and confirm it directly on Upholds jurisdiction page before relying on it. Residents who want a platform today should compare exchanges that genuinely serve the Netherlands under the MiCA framework.
What residents of the Netherlands can do
Since Uphold does not onboard new customers in the Netherlands, residents looking for a platform should focus on providers authorised as a crypto asset service provider under the EU Markets in Crypto Assets framework, supervised by the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets. The Netherlands best exchanges page lists platforms reported to serve residents, and the Netherlands crypto rules page explains the licensing picture in more detail.
Trying to bypass a geographic restriction, for example by using a virtual private network or a foreign address, can breach a platforms terms of service and can put funds and account access at risk. The safer route is to use a platform that holds the relevant authorisation to serve the Netherlands.
How crypto is taxed in the Netherlands
Crypto is taxable in the Netherlands. As of 26 June 2026, the Dutch Tax Administration (Belastingdienst) generally taxes crypto held by individuals as assets within box 3, the category for savings and investments, which is based on the value of your holdings rather than the profit on each sale. Business or professional activity can be taxed differently.
Tax rules and the box 3 system have been under review and depend on your situation, so confirm the current treatment with the Dutch Tax Administration or a qualified tax professional. This is general information, not tax advice (as of 26 June 2026).
Uphold does not open new accounts in the Netherlands as of 26 June 2026, so we do not link to it for this country. To find platforms that genuinely serve residents, see the pages below and verify each platforms status before signing up.
Regulator and sources
The lead authority for crypto in the Netherlands is the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (Autoriteit Financiele Markten, or AFM). The availability position on this page comes from Upholds own jurisdiction list and is stated as of 26 June 2026. Confirm it on the primary sources below.
- Uphold, published list of jurisdictions it does not support, last updated 12 May 2026.
- Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (Autoriteit Financiele Markten), register and rules for crypto asset service providers under the Markets in Crypto Assets framework.
- De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB), prudential supervision of crypto asset service providers.
- Dutch Tax Administration (Belastingdienst), guidance on the taxation of crypto for individuals.
Frequently asked questions
Is Uphold available in The Netherlands?
As of 26 June 2026, Uphold is not available to new customers in the Netherlands. Upholds list of jurisdictions it does not support, last updated 12 May 2026, places the Netherlands among the locations where it cannot open new accounts, and existing customers there may have limited access.
Can I open a new Uphold account in The Netherlands?
No. As of 26 June 2026, Uphold states that it cannot offer new accounts to residents of the Netherlands. The safer route is to use a platform that is set up to serve the Netherlands and to verify its status before signing up.
Is crypto legal in The Netherlands?
Yes. Holding and trading crypto is legal in the Netherlands, supervised by the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets. The restriction on this page is about the Uphold platform, not about whether owning crypto is allowed (as of 26 June 2026).
Who regulates crypto in The Netherlands?
The lead authority is the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (Autoriteit Financiele Markten, or AFM). It sets the rules that crypto platforms serving the Netherlands are expected to follow (as of 26 June 2026).
How is crypto taxed in The Netherlands?
As of 26 June 2026, the Dutch Tax Administration (Belastingdienst) oversees the taxation of crypto for residents. Treatment depends on your circumstances, so confirm the current position with the tax authority or a qualified professional. This is general information, not tax advice.
How can I confirm Upholds current status for The Netherlands?
Check Upholds own published list of jurisdictions it does not support, which is dated and updated, and contact Uphold support. Those primary sources are the most current way to confirm availability before acting.
Rules change frequently. Exchange availability can change at short notice, and a platform that does not serve the Netherlands today may open or close access in future. The position on this page is dated 26 June 2026 and is based on Upholds own jurisdiction list. Confirm the current status with Uphold and the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets before you act.
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