In a major move for crypto accessibility in the Middle East, Binance has officially launched its services in Syria. This comes after the United States and the European Union lifted long-standing economic sanctions on the country in May 2025.
With this development, Syrian residents now have full access to Binance’s crypto trading platform. The exchange is offering a wide range of services, including spot trading, peer-to-peer (P2P) transactions, futures trading, and Binance Earn programs. Syrians can now trade over 300 cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (BTC), XRP, Dogecoin (DOGE), Shiba Inu (SHIB), Toncoin (TON), and Bitcoin Cash (BCH).
Binance’s Expansion: A Sign of Changing Times
The move follows the U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s decision on May 23 to lift economic restrictions on Syria, which was quickly followed by the European Union. As a result, Syria is no longer listed as a restricted country under Binance’s terms of use.
Until now, Syrians were unable to use platforms like Binance due to international sanctions. This launch marks the beginning of broader financial inclusion for millions in the region.
What Syrian Users Can Expect
To use Binance, Syrian users will need to complete the Know Your Customer (KYC) verification process. Once verified, they can access Binance’s full suite of services, including:
- Spot & Futures Trading
- Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Market
- Binance Pay for global remittances
- Educational resources in Arabic
This full-feature launch gives users a secure way to manage, invest, and transfer digital assets — a major milestone in a country that has long been cut off from many international financial systems.
A Boost for Crypto Adoption in the Middle East
With millions of Syrians living both inside and outside the country, Binance’s entry could help connect global Syrian communities through crypto. According to previous estimates, over 13 million Syrians live abroad, while the country’s population stood at 21.4 million in 2010.
This launch not only opens up new opportunities for individuals but also signals a shift in how governments and platforms may approach emerging markets that were previously underserved.
Bottom Line:
Binance’s arrival in Syria marks a turning point. With economic restrictions easing, crypto is stepping in to offer tools for financial empowerment — and Syria is now officially on the map.
