Kraken Institutional

OTC

Q: What cryptocurrencies do we support?

Trade over chat: All asset pairs listed on the Kraken exchange (subject to geographic restrictions ) RFQ : Over 20 assets, including stablecoins (subject to geographic restrictions )

Your strategic trading edge: Execute at the right moment with flexible settlement and premium service.

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Over a decade of experience building crypto-native solutions for enterprises

Deep liquidity

Access to instant, large-lot pricing and execution. Get a single quote for orders over $50K knowing you'll get your entire fill – and its exact price – before you trade.

Comprehensive listings

Access all asset pairs listed on the Kraken exchange or trade 150+ pairs in seconds via our request-for-quote (RFQ) feature.

Settlement flexibility

Settlement options allow you to settle trades within 24 hours using your Kraken account, your bank and/or external wallet.

Premium trading solutions for HNWIs and crypto enterprises

Private, personalized services for large crypto trades

Access deep liquidity for spot and derivatives trades over $50,000*
Discreet, secure trading solutions
Competitive execution and settlement options

*Available to OTC clients in certain juristictions.

Technically Speaking: Key support holding, but momentum weakens

Technical analysis update from Kraken OTC

BTC and SOL remain range-bound while ETH is below its 200-day EMA and DOGE barely holds above it. XRP faces key resistance at $2.90 and SUI needs to break its RSI downtrend line.

Technically Speaking

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Premium trading solutions for HNWIs and crypto enterprises

This report shows how crypto-native OTC services go beyond execution, offering:

Privacy, precision, and professionalism beyond public exchanges
Deep aggregated liquidity for seamless large-scale trades
White-glove support from expert traders and account managers
Flexible settlement options, from fiat/crypto mixes to custom timelines
Trust, compliance, and rigor that meet institutional standards

Discover why HNWIs, family offices, hedge funds, and asset managers choose Kraken OTC for a strategic edge in today’s maturing crypto markets.

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Features

Large crypto trades with private, personalized services

Automated OTC trading

Our easy-to-use, self-service RFQ offers automated OTC trading. Receive executable quotes in seconds and settle trades instantly using the existing funds in your account.

Trade via chat

Chat securely with our trade desk to confirm the asset, lot size and price of your trade. Benefit from white-glove, personalized service from initial consultation to trade execution.

Full suite of OTC capabilities

OTC spot

Fill large spot pair orders over chat or RFQ. Kraken OTC offers deeper liquidity and minimal slippage for competitive execution and settlement 24/7/365.

OTC derivatives

Our OTC Derivatives offering includes options trading and structured products, providing maximum flexibility to tailor your investments in line with your objectives. Learn more.

Why Kraken?

Market share

We have been at the forefront of crypto for over a decade, with over 9 million clients in 190 countries. We are #1 in Europe with over 35% market share.

Security expertise

Kraken is secured by industry-leading security and cryptography experts.

24/7/365 support

Our award-winning, always-available Account Management team has deep expertise in crypto products and services.

FAQs

OTC

What is the OTC Portal?

The OTC Portal is a self-service system that enables OTC clients to get executable, automated quotes for supported cryptoassets, including:

Customized price charts based on your trading habits
Position exposure information
Recent transactions and OTC trading history
RFQ access

What cryptocurrencies do we support?

Trade over chat:

All asset pairs listed on the Kraken exchange (subject to geographic restrictions)

RFQ:

Over 20 assets, including stablecoins (subject to geographic restrictions)

What is the minimum trade size?

The minimum trade amount is an equivalent value of $50,000 USD. There is no maximum size for trading over chat.

Is there a fee?

Kraken OTC Desk does not charge any fees. The bid or offer price we show is the 'all-inclusive' price.

How do I get started?

You must be verified with a Pro level Kraken exchange account to access the OTC desk.

Please find our verification level requirements here.

Personal accounts:

https://support.kraken.com/hc/en-us/articles/115005036268-Pro-accounts-for-Individuals

Business accounts:

https://support.kraken.com/hc/en-us/articles/115004862007-Pro-accounts-for-Corporations-and-Institutions

How does settlement work?

Trade obligations must be settled within 24 hours
Crypto can be settled to/from your Kraken exchange wallet or sent to the external wallet of your choice
USD can be settled to/from your Kraken account or wired directly to your bank account
AUD can be settled directly to/from your domestic bank account
Other fiat currencies available for trading on Kraken must be settled to your Kraken account

Your settlement options:

Flexible settlement arrangements allow you to settle trades with your Kraken account, your bank, or an external wallet of your choice within 24 hours
RFQ offers a fully automated trade and settlement feature, in addition to flexible settlement (subject to eligibility):
- Automated settlement allows you to trade and settle with your Kraken balance. Your Kraken account must be funded, and once your trade is filled your assets will be settled into your Kraken account within seconds.
- Flexible settlement, available to eligible clients, allows you to settle trades within 24 hours via your Kraken account, bank or an external wallet.

Terms and eligibility

Eligibility for OTC trading is subject to applicable AML/CFT laws and regulations.

We require a minimum order size of $50,000 and will consider exceptions on a case-by-case basis.

Kraken OTC does not hold custody of assets on behalf of trading counterparties.

Kraken OTC's chat trading and RFQ services are available to Pro-level verified clients. RFQ-only services are available to Intermediate-level verified clients.

Availability of products may vary by jurisdiction.

OTC Terms of Service

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