Binance Introduces Mandatory KYC Re-Verification for Indian Users Amid AML Push

Binance, the world’s largest crypto exchange by trading volume, has introduced a compulsory KYC (Know Your Customer) re-verification process for its users in India.

This step applies to both existing and new users as the exchange looks to align with local anti-money laundering (AML) regulations.

Binance Enforces Stricter KYC in India Following Past AML Violations

Announced on April 18, the exchange said this re-verification step is part of its broader efforts to improve user security and comply with global regulatory standards.

As part of this process, users must submit updated identity documents, including their Permanent Account Number (PAN). The PAN is a 10-character alphanumeric code issued by the Income Tax Department and is required for financial transactions in India.

“Users in India may need to re-verify their KYC details, including linking their PAN. This is as per the Indian anti-money laundering (AML) laws and these requirements equally apply to all exchanges in India,” Binance stated on X.

Binance emphasized that this requirement stems from national AML laws and is not unique to its platform.

Binance also added that its users’ details were safe and secure. The exchange stated it would only request information required under Indian AML laws to prevent financial crime and support a safe, responsible digital asset ecosystem.

“This requirement is not unique to Binance and equally applies to all local and global exchanges registered under India’s AML legislation,” the firm added.

Binance’s updated KYC procedures come at a time when Indian regulators are stepping up scrutiny of cryptocurrency platforms.

The Indian authorities have been cracking down on exchanges that fail to meet compliance obligations, particularly regarding tax reporting and AML practices.

According to The Economic Times, India’s Income Tax Department is investigating whether Binance users have been using the platform to bypass the 1% Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) on crypto transactions.

Under Indian law, traders must either submit proof of TDS payment or provide documentation for any applicable exemptions.

Meanwhile, Binance’s latest compliance efforts also follow regulatory troubles from the previous year. In 2024, India’s FIU fined the exchange ₹188.2 million (approximately $2.2 million) for failing to meet AML standards. The government also ordered the removal of Binance’s app from Apple’s App Store in the country.

Despite these setbacks, Binance successfully registered with the FIU last year and has since worked to rebuild its regulatory standing.

So, the introduction of this re-verification process signals the company’s intention to fully comply with Indian financial regulations and restore trust among users and regulators alike.