Is Uphold available in Singapore?
Uphold serves residents of Singapore and does not list Singapore among its restricted locations as of 21 June 2026. Crypto services in Singapore are regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore under the Payment Services Act, where providers need a digital payment token licence, so confirm the current product offering and licensing before acting.
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 is available to residents of Singapore. Upholds list of jurisdictions it does not support, last updated 12 May 2026, does not include Singapore. Crypto services in Singapore are regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore under the Payment Services Act 2019, which requires a digital payment token licence, so confirm the current product offering and the platforms licensing position before acting.
Availability for residents of Singapore
As of 26 June 2026, Uphold is available to residents of Singapore. Singapore does not appear on Upholds published list of jurisdictions it does not support, last updated 12 May 2026. Verification of identity, known as know your customer, is required before trading, and the products available can vary by country.
The financial regulator in Singapore is the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). Firms that provide digital payment token services to Singapore residents must hold a licence under the Payment Services Act 2019, and MAS has tightened the rules for digital token service providers during 2025 and 2026. Whether a given platform holds the relevant Singapore licence is the key point to confirm.
Because licensing in Singapore is strict and continues to change, treat this availability as accurate as of 26 June 2026 and confirm the current authorisation and product list directly with Uphold and the Monetary Authority of Singapore before acting.
Access, identity checks, and products
Uphold is a custodial platform, which means it holds the assets in your account on your behalf rather than giving you the private keys. Singaporean users typically verify their identity and can fund accounts to buy, sell, and hold a range of crypto assets. The exact products offered to Singapore depend on local rules and on the authorisations Uphold holds, so check the platform itself for the current list.
Singapore applies its own licensing regime rather than the European rules, so the products and protections can differ from those in the European Union. Confirm what is offered to Singapore on the platform, and check the platforms standing with the Monetary Authority of Singapore.
How crypto is taxed in Singapore
Singapore does not levy a general capital gains tax. As of 26 June 2026, the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) generally does not tax occasional investment gains on crypto for individuals, but crypto received as payment, or income from a trade or business in crypto, can be taxable as income.
Tax outcomes depend on whether your activity counts as investing or trading, so confirm the current treatment with the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore or a qualified tax professional. This is general information, not tax advice (as of 26 June 2026).
Uphold and several other platforms serve residents of Singapore as of 26 June 2026. Availability and products vary, so compare the exchanges that are genuinely available in Singapore 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 lead authority for crypto in Singapore is the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). 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.
- Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), licensing of digital payment token services under the Payment Services Act 2019.
- Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS), guidance on the taxation of digital tokens.
Frequently asked questions
Is Uphold available in Singapore?
As of 26 June 2026, Uphold is available to residents of Singapore. Singapore does not appear on Upholds list of jurisdictions it does not support, last updated 12 May 2026, and Uphold offers services to Singapore residents. Confirm the current product list before acting.
Does Uphold need a licence to serve Singapore?
Crypto platforms serving Singapore are expected to operate under the Payment Services Act 2019, supervised by the Monetary Authority of Singapore. Licensing in this area is still settling, so confirm the current authorisation position directly with Uphold and the regulator (as of 26 June 2026).
Is crypto legal in Singapore?
Yes. Holding and trading crypto is legal in Singapore, supervised by the Monetary Authority of Singapore under the Payment Services Act 2019 (as of 26 June 2026).
Who regulates crypto in Singapore?
The lead authority is the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). It oversees crypto asset service providers under the Payment Services Act 2019 (as of 26 June 2026).
How is crypto taxed in Singapore?
As of 26 June 2026, the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) 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 Singapore?
Check Upholds own published list of jurisdictions it does not support, which is dated and updated, and the platform itself when you sign in. Those primary sources are the most current way to confirm availability before acting.
Rules change frequently. Exchange availability and authorisations can change at short notice, and crypto licensing in Singapore is still developing. The position on this page is dated 26 June 2026. Confirm the current status with the Monetary Authority of Singapore and the platform before you act.
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