OKX adds PayPal for crypto payments in Europe

By Vriti Gothi

OKX, a crypto exchange and on-chain technology, has partnered with PayPal, bringing a new level of convenience and trust to crypto purchases and deposits for users across the European Economic Area (EEA).

This strategic collaboration underscores OKX’s commitment to driving secure, innovative, and customer-centric digital payment solutions within Europe’s evolving regulatory landscape.

Effective immediately, OKX users can seamlessly fund their accounts using a wide range of PayPal-supported payment methods, including PayPal balances, linked bank accounts, debit cards, and credit cards. The integration eliminates unnecessary barriers by enabling users to connect their PayPal and OKX accounts with just a few clicks — creating a frictionless gateway to digital asset ownership.

The partnership delivers multiple user-focused enhancements: instant funding through preferred PayPal methods, access to PayPal’s trusted payment infrastructure, and streamlined transactions that align with OKX’s MiCA-compliant framework for regulated digital asset services in Europe.

To mark this milestone, OKX is waiving all fees on crypto purchases and PayPal-funded deposits for a limited one-month period. This exclusive offer reflects OKX’s ongoing mission to simplify and democratise access to digital assets for European users.

Erald Ghoos, CEO of OKX Europe, said, “Integrating with PayPal is a major step forward in our vision to make crypto more accessible to all. PayPal is a household name trusted by millions across Europe. By combining our secure and compliant digital asset infrastructure with PayPal’s familiar payment experience, we are delivering a seamless entry point into the world of crypto for both new and seasoned users alike.”

Samba Natarajan, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Europe, PayPal, said, “PayPal is on a journey to revolutionise commerce by expanding choice and access to digital assets. Partnering with OKX in the EEA empowers our users to tap into the growing crypto ecosystem using a payment method they know and trust.”

This new integration builds on OKX’s recent MiCA registration — a significant regulatory achievement that strengthens its foothold in Europe and reinforces its long-term commitment to providing secure, compliant, and localised digital asset services in key markets.

Looking ahead, OKX plans to continue expanding its payment capabilities and partnerships across the region, ensuring that European customers benefit from secure, innovative solutions that place their needs and regulatory confidence at the core of the digital finance experience.