Is Uphold available in the United Kingdom?
Uphold serves residents of the United Kingdom. Uphold Europe Limited is registered with the Financial Conduct Authority as a cryptoasset business under the Money Laundering Regulations, firm reference number 938277, so confirm the current product list 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 the United Kingdom. Uphold Europe Limited is registered with the Financial Conduct Authority as a cryptoasset business under the Money Laundering Regulations, firm reference number 938277, a registration held since 17 February 2022. Confirm the current product offering and the firms registration on the Financial Services Register before acting.
Availability for residents of the United Kingdom
As of 26 June 2026, Uphold is available to residents of the United Kingdom. Uphold operates in the United Kingdom through Uphold Europe Limited, which is registered with the Financial Conduct Authority as a cryptoasset business under the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations. Identity verification, known as know your customer, is required before trading.
The registration, firm reference number 938277, has been held since 17 February 2022 and can be checked on the Financial Conduct Authority register. This registration covers anti money laundering supervision rather than broader conduct protection, so customers cannot refer complaints about this activity to the Financial Ombudsman Service and are not covered by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme for it.
Because registrations and product availability can change, treat this status as accurate as of 26 June 2026 and confirm the current position on the Financial Conduct Authority register and with Uphold before acting.
Access, identity checks, and promotions
Uphold is a custodial platform, which means it holds the assets in your account on your behalf rather than giving you the private keys. Residents of the United Kingdom verify their identity and can then fund an account to buy, sell, and hold a range of crypto assets. The exact products offered can change, so check the platform itself for the current list.
Crypto promotions to United Kingdom consumers must follow the Financial Conduct Authority financial promotions regime, which sets rules on risk warnings and on how products are marketed. Use the platform to confirm what is offered to United Kingdom customers, and verify the registration on the official register before signing up.
How crypto is taxed in the United Kingdom
Crypto is taxable in the United Kingdom. As of 26 June 2026, His Majestys Revenue and Customs generally treats gains on disposals of crypto as subject to Capital Gains Tax, while crypto received as income, for example from some forms of staking or as payment, can be subject to Income Tax. An annual exempt amount can apply to capital gains.
Tax rules and allowances change and depend on your situation, so confirm the current treatment with His Majestys Revenue and Customs 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 the United Kingdom as of 26 June 2026. Availability and products vary, so compare the exchanges that are genuinely available in the United Kingdom 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 the United Kingdom is the Financial Conduct Authority. The availability position on this page comes from the Financial Conduct Authority register and Upholds own terms, and is stated as of 26 June 2026. Confirm it on the primary sources below.
- Financial Conduct Authority, Financial Services Register entry for Uphold Europe Limited, firm reference number 938277, registered cryptoasset business since 17 February 2022.
- Uphold, published list of jurisdictions it does not support, last updated 12 May 2026, which does not include the United Kingdom.
- His Majestys Revenue and Customs, guidance on the taxation of cryptoassets for individuals.
Frequently asked questions
Is Uphold available in the United Kingdom?
As of 26 June 2026, Uphold is available to residents of the United Kingdom through Uphold Europe Limited, a Financial Conduct Authority registered cryptoasset business, firm reference number 938277. Confirm the current product list before acting.
Is Uphold registered with the FCA?
Yes. Uphold Europe Limited is registered with the Financial Conduct Authority as a cryptoasset business under the Money Laundering Regulations, firm reference number 938277, held since 17 February 2022. This covers anti money laundering supervision rather than broader conduct protection (as of 26 June 2026).
Is crypto legal in the United Kingdom?
Yes. Holding and trading crypto is legal in the United Kingdom, and cryptoasset businesses must register with the Financial Conduct Authority for anti money laundering supervision (as of 26 June 2026).
Who regulates crypto in the United Kingdom?
The lead authority is the Financial Conduct Authority. It runs the cryptoasset registration regime and the financial promotions rules (as of 26 June 2026).
How is crypto taxed in the United Kingdom?
As of 26 June 2026, His Majestys Revenue and Customs generally applies Capital Gains Tax to disposals of crypto and Income Tax to crypto received as income. Confirm the current position with His Majestys Revenue and Customs or a qualified professional. This is general information, not tax advice.
How can I confirm Upholds current status for the United Kingdom?
Check the Financial Conduct Authority register entry for Uphold Europe Limited, firm reference number 938277, and the platform itself. Those primary sources are the most current way to confirm the position before acting.
Rules change frequently. Exchange availability and registrations can change, and the United Kingdom is moving toward a broader regulatory regime for cryptoassets. The position on this page is dated 26 June 2026. Confirm the current status on the Financial Conduct Authority register and with the platform before you act.
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