Can I use a Binance referral code in restricted countries?
In countries where Binance operates with restrictions (US, UK, Canada, Ontario, parts of EU), the referral code PRM26 still applies if signup is permitted, but the available product set is limited. Fully restricted countries (Iran, North Korea, Cuba, certain regions of China) cannot use Binance at all. Binance.US uses a separate referral system from the global binance.com program.
Where Binance is fully accessible in 2026
Binance.com global is fully accessible in 2026 to residents of most of Europe, Asia (except mainland China and restricted markets), Africa, the UAE, and parts of Latin America. The referral code PRM26 works in all of these regions and applies the full 20% rebate tier on every eligible trade.
Where Binance operates with restrictions
Binance operates regional entities with restricted product sets in some jurisdictions: Binance Japan (FSA-licensed, limited pairs), Binance US (separate from binance.com, US-state-specific availability), Binance Bahrain (limited derivatives), and Binance Singapore. The global binance.com referral code does not work on these regional entities — they have their own referral programs.
If you live in a region with a Binance regional entity, you typically must register with that entity rather than binance.com global. Check what your IP and KYC documents allow.
Where Binance is not available at all
Binance is fully blocked in: Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Crimea, Syria, mainland China (since 2017), and certain Russian-controlled regions. Use of VPN to bypass these blocks is against Binance Terms of Service and can result in account freeze and seizure of held assets.
Some borderline regions (e.g. Ontario in Canada, the Netherlands at times) have had Binance withdraw services temporarily. Status changes — always check the current Binance Help Center geographic availability page before opening an account.
Binance availability and referral code status by region (2026 snapshot)
| Region | Binance Status | PRM26 Code Works? |
|---|---|---|
| Western Europe (most) | Full access via binance.com | Yes — 20% rebate |
| Switzerland | Full access | Yes — 20% rebate |
| UAE | VARA-licensed, full access | Yes — 20% rebate |
| Japan | Binance Japan only (FSA) | No — use Binance Japan code |
| United States | Binance.US only | No — use Binance.US code |
| United Kingdom | Partial — FCA restrictions | Partial — derivatives limited |
| Ontario, Canada | Withdrew 2022 | No service available |
| China mainland | Blocked | No service available |
| Iran / DPRK / Cuba | Sanctioned | No service available |
Related questions
Can I use a VPN to access Binance from a restricted country?
Against the Binance Terms of Service. Detected VPN use may freeze your account and held assets are unrecoverable. Not recommended.
Does PRM26 work on Binance.US?
No. Binance.US runs a separate referral system from binance.com global. PRM26 applies only on binance.com global.
What if I move from a restricted country to an open country?
You can update KYC with new residency documents and Binance will adjust your account region. Existing referral code (if applied) stays attached to the account.
Bottom line
The Binance referral code PRM26 works in every region where binance.com global operates. Regional entities (Binance Japan, Binance.US) have separate codes. Fully sanctioned countries have no Binance access at all.
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