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Crypto exchanges in Colombia: what works in 2026
Which of the four exchanges serve Colombia, how to deposit, local rules and new-user rewards.
| Exchange | Availability | Deposit | Our code + new-user rewards | Sign up now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Binance | Available | — | −10% 10% fee rebate Binance welcome rewards for new users | Sign up now |
| Bitget | Available | Nequi · PSE · Bancolombia (P2P) | −20% 20% fee rebate Bitget welcome pack and Rewards Center tasks | Sign up now |
| Bybit | Available | PSE | Not available yet Bybit Rewards Hub welcome gift | |
| Gate | Available | — | −20% 20% fee rebate Gate Rewards Hub welcome package | Sign up now |
Checked 8 Nov 2026
Rules in your country: Colombia has no specific license for crypto exchanges; the financial regulator (SFC) supervises traditional finance only. None of the four exchanges lists Colombia as restricted.
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