📌 October 2026 Bybit New User Quick Reference

Item	Description
Referral Code	BYOFFICIAL
Referral Link	https://partner.bybit.com/b/BYOFFICIAL
Registration Methods	Email, phone number, also supports Google, Apple, Telegram, etc.
Referral Code Entry Time	Before creating an account
KYC Levels	Standard, Advanced, Pro (three personal verification tiers)
Standard	Identity Assessment + Proof of Identity (POI)
Advanced	Proof of Address (POA)
Pro	Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)
First Deposit	On-chain deposit, One-Click Buy, Fiat Deposit, or P2P
Default on-chain deposit destination	Funding Account
For spot, futures, etc.	Transfer funds to Unified Trading Account (UTA)

1. What is the Bybit Referral Code for October 2026?

The Bybit referral code used in this article is:

BYOFFICIAL

Corresponding referral link:

https://partner.bybit.com/b/BYOFFICIAL

If you haven't created a Bybit account yet, it is recommended to enter the registration page directly from the BYOFFICIAL referral link and confirm the referral information before final submission.

Bybit's current official registration instructions clearly state: if there is a referral code or agent invitation code, it should be filled in before clicking register; after the account is created, you can no longer add, modify, or delete the referral/agent invitation code yourself.

Therefore, the referral code item should not be checked only after completing KYC, deposit, or trading.

2. How to Register on Bybit? Complete Account Opening Process

After entering the Bybit registration page, the first step is not to directly enter your phone number, but to first select your actual country/region of residence.

Bybit may redirect users to the corresponding regional website based on their location, or may prompt that certain jurisdictions are subject to service restrictions. Therefore, do not fill in a region that does not match your actual situation in order to use a certain product.

The complete process can be followed in this order:

1. Open the BYOFFICIAL referral link.
2. Select your actual country/region of residence.
3. Choose to register with email or phone number.
4. Confirm that the referral code on the page is BYOFFICIAL.
5. Click Register.
6. Complete the reCAPTCHA human verification.
7. Enter the verification code received via email or SMS.
8. Set your Bybit login password.
9. Complete account creation.
10. Enter the account center to start KYC.

Registration link:

https://partner.bybit.com/b/BYOFFICIAL

Bybit may also provide third-party registration methods such as Google, Apple, or Telegram. However, regardless of the method used, it is recommended to confirm that you can maintain long-term control over the corresponding email, phone number, or third-party account.

3. Which is more convenient: registering with email or phone number?

Both email and phone number can be used to create a Bybit account.

For long-term use, registering with email is usually more convenient for subsequent security management.

Points to note:

• Each email address can only be bound to one corresponding account;
• Each phone number can only be bound to one corresponding account;
• Do not use temporary emails that may become inaccessible later;
• Do not use someone else's phone number to create your own trading account.

If you choose to register with a phone number, you should correctly select the international area code and fill in the number as required on the registration page.

Regardless of whether you register with email or phone, after the account is created, it is recommended to complete:

• Email verification;
• Google Authenticator or other available two-factor authentication;
• Passkey and other security features supported by the account;
• Anti-phishing code and other security settings.

This will be more convenient when logging in on new devices, withdrawing funds, and modifying security information.

4. Is KYC mandatory for new Bybit users?

After account registration is complete, Bybit will guide users to the identity verification page. To use the platform's main products and services normally, you should complete the corresponding personal identity verification.

Currently, Bybit personal KYC is divided into three levels:

Standard

Mainly includes:

• Identity Assessment;
• Proof of Identity (POI).

After completing Standard verification, eligible accounts can start depositing and trading.

Advanced

Requires further submission of:

• Proof of Address (POA).

Usually, Standard must be completed before proceeding to Advanced.

Pro

Pro level requires further completion of:

• Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD).

This may involve additional questionnaires, income, or related supporting documents.

Additional verification requirements may exist in different regions, so the final decision should be based on your account's Identity Verification page.

5. How to complete Bybit KYC? What do you need to prepare?

After entering your Bybit account, you can start verification from the Identity Verification page in your account profile.

Common Standard KYC Process:

1. Enter the account center.
2. Find Identity Verification.
3. Click Verify Now.
4. Select your current actual country/region of residence.
5. Select the country/region that issued your ID document.
6. Select the supported identity document type.
7. Take a photo or upload your ID document.
8. Complete facial recognition.
9. Complete the Identity Assessment as required.
10. Wait for the verification result.

When uploading ID documents, pay attention to:

• ID name clearly visible;
• Date of birth clearly visible;
• Document has not been altered;
• Photo is clear, without severe glare;
• Document edges and key information are complete;
• Use a still-valid document.

If Advanced address proof is required, currently commonly accepted documents include:

• Utility bills (water, electricity, etc.);
• Bank statements;
• Government-issued proof of residence.

Address proof usually also needs to meet the platform's current date validity requirements, so do not use old bills from a long time ago.

6. What are the ways to make a first deposit on Bybit?

After completing the required identity verification, you can start preparing USDT, BTC, or other assets.

Bybit currently mainly provides the following deposit methods:

Payment methods, currencies, and service qualifications may vary by country/region. Therefore, do not assume that your account will definitely show the same entry point just because other users can use a certain deposit method.

7. How to deposit USDT from another exchange to Bybit for the first time?

If you already hold USDT on another exchange or wallet, on-chain deposit is usually the most straightforward first deposit method.

Common Operation Process:

Bybit → Assets → Deposit → Select USDT → Select Network → Copy deposit address

Then return to the platform sending USDT:

1. Enter the withdrawal page.
2. Select USDT.
3. Paste the Bybit deposit address.
4. Select the exact same Network as displayed on Bybit.
5. Fill in the amount.
6. If the currency/chain requires a Memo or Tag, fill it in correctly at the same time.
7. Double-check the address and Network.
8. Complete the sending.

For example, both may be USDT, but different platforms may support multiple chains simultaneously.

The Network selected on the sending end must be exactly the same as the Network displayed on the Bybit deposit page.

Also check:

• Whether Bybit supports this currency and chain;
• Minimum deposit amount;
• Withdrawal fees charged by the sending platform;
• Whether there are additional prompts on the deposit page;
• Whether Memo/Tag is required;
• Whether some regions require additional wallet address or Travel Rule related verification.

8. Why can't USDT be traded immediately after deposit? Funding Account vs UTA

Bybit on-chain deposits currently default to entering:

Funding Account

Funding Account is mainly used for:

• Cryptocurrency deposits;
• Withdrawals;
• Some fiat and fund management functions.

While:

Unified Trading Account (UTA)

Is mainly used for:

• Spot;
• Spot Margin;
• Perpetual;
• Futures;
• Options and other supported trading products.

So if USDT has successfully arrived, but the trading page shows insufficient available balance, first check whether the assets are still in the Funding Account.

When a transfer is needed, you can enter:

Assets → Transfer → From Funding Account → To Unified Trading Account → Select USDT → Enter amount → Confirm

This operation is only an internal asset transfer within the same Bybit account, not an on-chain withdrawal. Therefore, do not confuse it with sending USDT to an external wallet.

Bybit also supports users adjusting the Deposit Route, allowing subsequent deposits to enter Funding, UTA, or other supported accounts according to settings.

9. How to use BYOFFICIAL's 33% discount and MNT fee deduction?

After the account is established and the required KYC is completed, if you are ready to trade spot or futures, you can further check the trading fee rate settings.

Registering via the BYOFFICIAL referral link comes with a built-in 33% trading fee discount. Combined with MNT fee deduction:

MNT is the native token of the Mantle ecosystem. Bybit currently supports eligible users to use MNT to pay part of their trading fees:

• Spot and spot margin: MNT fee discount is 25%;
• Eligible Futures: MNT fee discount is 10%.

Points to note:

• Only MNT in UTA can be used to pay corresponding trading fees;
• MNT deduction switches for Spot and Futures need to be enabled separately;
• Not all account types, order types, and products support MNT deduction;
• Actual fees are subject to the account's My Fee Rate and trading records.

10. What security features should be set up first after registering a new Bybit account?

After completing account opening, KYC, and first deposit, it is not recommended to immediately invest all large funds into trading.

You can first check the following security settings:

• Google Authenticator: Used for login, withdrawal, and security operation verification;
• Email verification: Ensure the registered email can be used normally long-term;
• Phone verification: Complete phone number security settings when supported by the account;
• Passkey: When provided by the account, device biometrics or key login can be used;
• Anti-phishing code: Helps identify official emails;
• Withdrawal address management: Carefully check address and Network before withdrawing;
• Device management: Regularly check devices that have logged into the account.

11. October 2026 Bybit Registration, KYC & Deposit FAQ

What is the Bybit referral code for October 2026?

The Bybit referral code used in this article is BYOFFICIAL.

Bybit referral link:
https://partner.bybit.com/b/BYOFFICIAL

What fee discounts does BYOFFICIAL offer?

Registering via the BYOFFICIAL referral link comes with a built-in 33% fee discount; combined with MNT fee deduction, spot trading enjoys up to 50% fee discount, and futures up to 40% fee discount.

Do I need to manually enter BYOFFICIAL after using the referral link?

If the registration link has correctly brought in the referral information, manual re-entry is usually not required. However, before finalizing account creation, it is still recommended to confirm the referral information on the page.

Can I add BYOFFICIAL after registration?

Bybit's current official registration instructions clearly state that after an account is created, you cannot add, modify, or delete referral/agent invitation codes yourself. Therefore, the safest approach is to confirm BYOFFICIAL before submitting your registration.

Can I delete my account and re-register if I forget the referral code?

It is not recommended to treat deleting and re-registering as the first option. Accounts, KYC, identity information, activity eligibility, and re-registration may be subject to platform rules. If you already have an account, you should first confirm the status of your original account.

Can I register on Bybit with a phone number?

Yes. Bybit currently supports registration with email and phone number, and may also provide third-party registration entrances such as Google, Apple, and Telegram.

How many levels of KYC does Bybit have?

Currently, personal KYC is divided into Standard, Advanced, and Pro. Standard mainly includes identity assessment and POI; Advanced requires address proof; Pro involves further Enhanced Due Diligence.

Can I deposit and trade after completing Standard KYC?

After completing the corresponding Standard identity verification and passing the review, users with eligible accounts and regions can start depositing and using corresponding trading functions.

Is USDT mandatory for the first deposit?

Not necessarily. Bybit supports multiple crypto assets and different deposit methods. USDT is just one of the more common trading assets; you should choose based on your account's supported scope.

What is the most important thing when depositing USDT from another exchange?

The most important thing is that the sending end and Bybit select exactly the same Network, then double-check the deposit address, minimum deposit amount, and whether Memo/Tag is required.

Why is there no balance on the spot page after USDT arrives?

On-chain deposits usually enter the Funding Account by default. If you are ready to trade Spot or Futures, check whether you need to transfer USDT from Funding Account to Unified Trading Account.

Does transferring from Funding Account to UTA require on-chain fees?

Transfers between Funding Account and UTA are internal asset transfers within the same Bybit account, not regular blockchain withdrawal operations.

Can I transfer a small amount first for the first deposit?

Yes. On the premise of meeting the minimum deposit requirement for the currency, testing a small amount when using a new address or Network for the first time can reduce the risk of operational errors.

✅ October 2026 Bybit New User Checklist

Summary: Operation Sequence for First Bybit Registration in October 2026

Cryptocurrency prices are highly volatile. This article mainly provides operational instructions for Bybit registration, KYC, deposit, and account management, and does not constitute investment advice.