Bybit Resumes Full Crypto Trading Services in India After Regulatory Approval

Bybit, the Dubai-based cryptocurrency exchange, has officially resumed full trading services in India after months of regulatory challenges. The exchange paid a $1 million fine and successfully registered with the Financial Intelligence Unit-India (FIU-IND) to comply with anti-money laundering regulations, marking a major step toward re-establishing its presence in one of the world’s fastest-growing digital asset markets.

Indian users can now fully access Bybit’s mobile app via the App Store and Google Play, while the company announced that website functionality will be restored gradually over the coming days. This move comes after Bybit suspended most services in January 2025—apart from withdrawals—when the FIU-IND determined the platform was operating without proper registration.

To return to compliance, Bybit registered as a reporting entity earlier this year and began partial operations in February. Full restoration required extensive coordination with Indian regulators and the rollout of stricter Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures along with upgraded security measures to meet regulatory expectations.

Bybit CEO Ben Zhou highlighted India’s potential, stating, “India is among the most promising digital asset markets globally. It's not a comeback, it's a new chapter for Bybit in India.” His remarks emphasize the company’s commitment to expanding its footprint and aligning with India’s evolving regulatory framework.

Bybit ranks among the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges by trading volume, alongside Binance and OKX. Its return to India signals growing opportunities for retail investors as the market gears up for what many traders anticipate as an “alt season.”

With regulatory approval secured, Bybit is now positioned to compete strongly in India’s rapidly expanding crypto trading ecosystem, offering users access to a wider range of digital assets and trading tools while ensuring compliance with local laws.