Georgia

A list of ways to purchase bitcoin in Georgia.


Robinhood

Robinhood

Popular and well-known exchange based in the USA. Buy & trade with ACH transfers. Also offers U.S. Bitcoin ETFs like IBIT and FBTC.

Coinbase

Coinbase

Popular and well-known exchange based in the USA. Buy & trade with ACH transfers.

River

River

Popular & well-known exchange based in the USA. Buy & trade with wire & ACH. 0% fees for recurring buys.

Coinbase Advanced

Coinbase Advanced

Coinbase's Advanced Exchange. Best for lower fees than Coinbase Simple and for more advanced order types.

Unchained

Unchained

US-based Bitcoin-only financial services company. Offers Bitcoin trading desk. Supports ACH & wire transfers with 1% fees.

Kraken

Kraken

Kraken is available to Georgia residents and fully regulated. GA users can buy and trade Bitcoin through ACH transfers, wire transfers, and Apple Pay.

Gemini

Gemini

Gemini is available to Georgia residents and fully regulated. GA users can buy and trade Bitcoin through ACH transfers, PayPal, Apple Pay and other payment options.

Uphold

Uphold

Popular exchange based in the USA with support for multiple payment methods.

Swan Bitcoin

Swan Bitcoin

Swan is a US-based Bitcoin-only exchange focused on making Bitcoin investing safe & simple.

ATM Radar

ATM Radar

Coin ATM Radar helps you locate Bitcoin ATMs across Georgia. The map shows ATM locations, operators, fees, and supported cryptocurrencies. They have ATMs in Atlanta, Savannah, Columbus and many other towns.

Bitcoin Depot

Bitcoin Depot

Bitcoin Depot is a company that specializes in making cash to Bitcoin machines in the USA. They have locations in Atlanta, Savannah, Columbus and many other towns.

Exchange Support


Exchange Name Support for Georgia
Binance.us No
Coinbase Yes
Kraken Yes
Kucoin No
Gemini Yes
Uphold Yes
Luno No
Crypto.com Yes



Frequently Asked Questions



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Transaction Fees

A look at the transaction fees for each exchange, both spread and commission.

  • Spread fee: Exchanges may charge a higher price than the actual price of Bitcoin.
  • Fee: Exchange fee for the transaction.
  • Total fees: The sum of the spread fee and the fee.
Exchange Spread Fee Fee Total Fees
Swan BitcoinSwan Bitcoin 0.0% 0.99% 0.99%
UnchainedUnchained 0.0% 1.0% 1.0%
KrakenKraken 0.0% 0.4% 0.4%
RobinhoodRobinhood 0.55% 0.0% 0.55%
RiverRiver 0.3% 1.0% 1.3%
UpholdUphold 1.5% 0.0% 1.5%
GeminiGemini 0.5% 2.99% 3.49%
CoinbaseCoinbase 1.0% 2.99% 3.99%

Actual fees may vary. Fees are subject to change. Fee estimates based on our research and testing. Some exchanges may charge less depending on volume.


Estimated Fees on $100

An estimate of the fees for buying $100 worth of Bitcoin using a bank account.

Exchange Total Cost on $100
Swan BitcoinSwan Bitcoin $0.99
UnchainedUnchained $1.0
KrakenKraken $0.4
RobinhoodRobinhood $0.55
RiverRiver $1.3
UpholdUphold $1.5
GeminiGemini $3.49
CoinbaseCoinbase $3.99


History of Bitcoin in Georgia

Georgia has emerged as a significant player in the Bitcoin mining industry, particularly due to its relatively low electricity costs and business-friendly environment. The state became notable in the Bitcoin world when Bitfury, one of the largest Bitcoin mining companies, established a major mining center in Tbilisi in 2014.

The state's regulatory approach to Bitcoin has been relatively open, with the Georgia Department of Banking and Finance requiring money transmitter licenses for Bitcoin businesses. Atlanta has developed into a regional Bitcoin hub, hosting numerous Bitcoin ATMs and merchants accepting Bitcoin payments.



Financial & Regulatory Licenses

Exchange Licenses & Regulation
RobinhoodRobinhood FinCEN as a money services business. U.S. SEC as a broker-dealer.
CoinbaseCoinbase Chartered by New York State Department of Financial Services for virtual currency.
RiverRiver Registered MSB with FinCEN.
Coinbase AdvancedCoinbase Advanced Chartered by New York State Department of Financial Services for virtual currency.
UnchainedUnchained NMLS ID 1900773. Loans originated through Lead Bank (FDIC member).
KrakenKraken Registered money services business with FinCEN (USA).
GeminiGemini New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS).
UpholdUphold FinCEN (USA), FCA (UK), FINTRAC (Canada), FCIS (EU)
Swan BitcoinSwan Bitcoin Swan is an online platform through which users are connected to licensed and regulated custodial partners such as Bakkt, BitGo, and Equity Trust. These custodians bear the responsibility of complying with money transmission laws in each state where they operate. Bakkt has a BitLicense through the New York State Department of Financial Services and is registered with FinCEN as a money service business. BitGo Trust Company is a South Dakota-chartered trust company and registered money services business. Equity Trust Company provides custodial services under its own regulatory framework.
ATM RadarATM Radar This is a map only. Please check with individual ATM operators for their regulatory status and licenses.
Bitcoin DepotBitcoin Depot Registered MSB with FinCEN in the USA and FINTRAC in Canada. Licensed for money transmission in applicable US states.


Deposit Fees

These are fees exchanges may charge for deposits. Fees are subject to change.

Exchange Deposit Fees
Coinbase AdvancedCoinbase Advanced ACH: Free
Wire: $10 USD
SEPA: €0.15 EUR
SWIFT: Free
CoinbaseCoinbase ACH: Free
Wire: $10 USD
SEPA: €0.15 EUR
SWIFT: Free
GeminiGemini ACH: $0
Wire: $0
SEPA: $0
SWIFT: $0
KrakenKraken ACH: $0
Wire: $0
SEPA: $0
SWIFT: $3
RiverRiver ACH: $0
Wire: $0
RobinhoodRobinhood ACH: $0
SWIFT: $0
UpholdUphold ACH: Free
Wire: $0 - $20
SEPA: Free
FPS: Free



Bitcoin Scams in Georgia

Georgia has seen several notable Bitcoin fraud cases. In 2019, a Gwinnett County resident was charged with operating a $750,000 Bitcoin investment scheme that promised unrealistic returns through a fake trading platform. Another significant case occurred in 2021 when two Atlanta-based individuals were arrested for laundering millions in Bitcoin obtained through romance scams targeting the elderly.

The Georgia Department of Banking and Finance actively monitors Bitcoin-related activities and has issued specific warnings about peer-to-peer Bitcoin trading scams on platforms like LocalBitcoins. Georgia residents are advised to use only licensed exchanges and to be wary of unsolicited Bitcoin investment opportunities, particularly those promising guaranteed returns.



Mobile App Support

Exchange iOS App Android App
RobinhoodRobinhood
CoinbaseCoinbase
RiverRiver
Coinbase AdvancedCoinbase Advanced
UnchainedUnchained
KrakenKraken
GeminiGemini
UpholdUphold
Swan BitcoinSwan Bitcoin


Earn Interest & Rewards

The following table shows interest rates offered by exchanges.

Exchange Interest Rate & Details
CoinbaseCoinbase 4.70%
Earn 4.70% APY rewards by holding USDC on Coinbase. USDC is fully backed 1:1 by US dollars. Minimum $1.
RiverRiver 3.8%
Earn 3.8% interest on FDIC-insured cash, paid out in Bitcoin. No fees or minimums. Withdraws allowed anytime.
Coinbase AdvancedCoinbase Advanced 4.70%
Earn 4.70% APY rewards by holding USDC on Coinbase. USDC is fully backed 1:1 by US dollars. Minimum $1.
KrakenKraken 0.15% - 6.5%
Available for BTC (0.15% bonded/0.1% flexible), USDT/USD/USDC (6.5% bonded/4.5% flexible), and EUR (4.45% bonded/3.5% flexible).
UpholdUphold 2 - 4.65%
Earn up to 4.65% APY on USD balances of $1,000 or more, or 2% APY on balances below $1,000 in Uphold's USD Interest Account.




Exchange snapshots

Robinhood

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Robinhood snapshot
Minimum Deposit $1
iOS app score 4.2
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
Android app score 4.2
Official rating from the Android Play Store as of November 18, 2024.
Deposit Methods ACH, Debit Card, Bank Account, Wire Transfer
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Coinbase

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Minimum Deposit $1
iOS app score 4.7
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
Android app score 4.6
Official rating from the Android Play Store as of November 18, 2024.
Deposit Methods ACH, Wire Transfer, Debit Card, Bank Account, PayPal, Apple Pay, iDEAL, SEPA, Interac e-Transfer, Instant Verification, Google Pay

River

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River snapshot
Minimum Deposit $1
iOS app score 4.8
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
Android app score 4.9
Official rating from the Android Play Store as of November 18, 2024.
Deposit Methods ACH, Bank Account, Wire Transfer
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Coinbase Advanced

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Coinbase Advanced snapshot
Minimum Deposit $1
iOS app score 4.7
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
Android app score 4.6
Official rating from the Android Play Store as of November 18, 2024.
Deposit Methods Same as Coinbase

Unchained

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Minimum Deposit $2,000
iOS app score 4.8
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
Deposit Methods ACH, Wire Transfer, Bank Account
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Kraken

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Minimum Deposit $1
iOS app score 4.7
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
Android app score 4.3
Official rating from the Android Play Store as of November 18, 2024.
Deposit Methods ACH, Bank Account, Apple Pay, Google Pay, SEPA, Interac e-Transfer, Debit Card, PayPal, Instant Verification

Gemini

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Minimum Deposit $1
iOS app score 4.8
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
Android app score 4.2
Official rating from the Android Play Store as of November 18, 2024.
Deposit Methods ACH, Bank Account, PayPal, Apple Pay, Debit Card, Google Pay

Uphold

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Uphold snapshot
Minimum Deposit $1
iOS app score 4.6
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
Android app score 4.7
Official rating from the Android Play Store as of November 18, 2024.
Deposit Methods ACH, Bank Account, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Credit Card, Debit Card, SEPA, Interac e-Transfer

Swan Bitcoin

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Minimum Deposit $1
iOS app score 4.8
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
Android app score 4.3
Official rating from the Android Play Store as of November 18, 2024.
Deposit Methods ACH, Bank Account, Wire Transfer

ATM Radar

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ATM Radar snapshot
Minimum Deposit Each ATM will have a different minimum deposit amount.
iOS app score 4.5
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
Android app score 4.5
Official rating from the Android Play Store as of November 18, 2024.
Deposit Methods Cash

Bitcoin Depot

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Minimum Deposit $1
iOS app score 4.4
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
Android app score 4.3
Official rating from the Android Play Store as of November 18, 2024.
Deposit Methods Cash