CEX.IO in Israel
- Rank in Israel
- #4 of 4
- Bitcoin in Israel
- Legal
- Our rating
- 4.0
- Review updated
- 2026-08-27
Yes. CEX.IO serves Israel and ranks fourth of the 4 exchanges in our Israel guide, on fees, security record and local payment support. Here it takes Israeli bank transfer (ILS) and Credit or debit card; Israeli bank transfer (ILS) is the rail local buyers lead with. Instant card buys carry a processing fee and a premium over the spot price; the spot exchange uses maker-taker pricing that falls with volume. Identity verification is required before purchasing.
How to pay on CEX.IO in Israel
The deposit rails CEX.IO offers to buyers in Israel, from our Israel guide reviewed 2026-08-12. Each one links to how that rail works here.
What CEX.IO charges, and what it asks for
Instant card buys carry a processing fee and a premium over the spot price; the spot exchange uses maker-taker pricing that falls with volume.
- spread note
- Instant buy quotes include a premium over the spot exchange price.
- deposit note
- Faster Payments, SEPA and ACH deposits are free of charge; card deposits cost 0.49% to 4.99% plus a provider service charge.
- withdrawal note
- Bitcoin withdrawals pay a network fee. Fiat withdrawals cost 2.99 pounds by Faster Payments, 2.99 euro by SEPA and 5 dollars by ACH.
Identity verification
Required. Identity verification is required before purchasing.
CEX.IO's security and regulatory record
6 dated events on our record since 2023, 4 of them breaches, enforcement actions, insolvencies or outages. Newest first.
- Outage
Deposits and trading unavailable in Europe, withdrawals still open
- Licence
Money transmitter licences in 38 states and DC under NMLS 1804170
- Licence
UK entity registered with the FCA under the money laundering rules
- Enforcement
Cut off accounts in India at two days notice
- Enforcement
Removed USDT and DAI for users in the EEA to comply with MiCA
Is bitcoin legal in Israel?
Bitcoin is legal in Israel and regulated as an asset rather than currency. Exchanges, brokers, and custodians need a license from the Capital Market, Insurance and Savings Authority, while the Israel Securities Authority oversees the investment side and approved an arrangement letting non-bank Tel Aviv Stock Exchange members offer bitcoin trading in August 2024. The Israel Tax Authority treats crypto as property, with capital gains tax of about 25 percent for individuals, and banks apply strict anti-money-laundering checks to crypto-linked funds.
Every exchange we rank in Israel
Ranked by our editorial review of fees, security record and local payment support. Rankings are never sold.
| # | Exchange | Rating | Fees | ID check | Pays with |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kraken | 4.7 | From 0.25% maker, 0.40% taker | Required | Credit or debit card, International wire |
| 2 | Coinbase | 4.5 | Maker-taker on Advanced Trade | Required | Credit or debit card, International wire |
| 3 | Coinmama | 3.9 | Commission plus card surcharge | Required | Israeli bank transfer (ILS), Credit or debit card, International wire |
| 4 | CEX.IOThis page | 4.0 | Maker-taker; card costs more | Required | Israeli bank transfer (ILS), Credit or debit card |
Frequently asked questions
Is CEX.IO available in Israel?
Yes. CEX.IO ranks fourth of the 4 exchanges in our Israel guide, ranked on fees, security record and local payment support. Here it takes Israeli bank transfer (ILS) and Credit or debit card; Israeli bank transfer (ILS) is the rail local buyers lead with. Our Israel guide was last reviewed 2026-08-12 and the CEX.IO review on 2026-08-27.
What payment methods does CEX.IO accept in Israel?
In Israel, CEX.IO takes Israeli bank transfer (ILS) and Credit or debit card. These are the localized rails from our Israel guide, not the platform's global list.
What does CEX.IO charge?
Instant card buys carry a processing fee and a premium over the spot price; the spot exchange uses maker-taker pricing that falls with volume.
Does CEX.IO require identity verification?
Yes. Identity verification is required before purchasing. Our record marks this as the platform's own policy rather than a Israel rule, so it applies wherever CEX.IO operates.
Is bitcoin legal in Israel?
Bitcoin is legal in Israel and regulated as an asset rather than currency. Exchanges, brokers, and custodians need a license from the Capital Market, Insurance and Savings Authority, while the Israel Securities Authority oversees the investment side and approved an arrangement letting non-bank Tel Aviv Stock Exchange members offer bitcoin trading in August 2024.
Has CEX.IO had security incidents or regulatory action?
Our record for CEX.IO lists 6 dated events since 2023: 3 enforcement actions, 1 outage and 2 licences. The most recent, on 2026-08-27: Money transmitter licences in 38 states and DC under NMLS 1804170. Each event carries a source on the CEX.IO review.
CEX.IO elsewhere in Middle East
CEX.IO ranks in 146 countries on this site. the review lists all of them.
Sources
- CEX.IO: US licenses and registrations
- CEX.IO: countries and territories not supported
- CEX.IO: limits and commissions
- CEX.IO: payment methods
- CEX.IO: withdrawal deadline for users in India
- CEX.IO: update regarding our services in Canada
- CEX.IO: MiCA compliance, USDT and DAI for EEA users
- CEX.IO: FCA registration in the UK
- Global Legal Insights: blockchain and cryptocurrency regulation, Israel
- Blockchain Israel: crypto regulation in Israel, what investors must know
- Lightspark: is crypto legal in Israel?
