This concise walkthrough shows how to buy crypto in Singapore, focusing on Bitcoin. Learn the essentials, open a crypto exchange account, place your first BTC order, and safeguard your holdings with practical risk controls.

What to Prepare Before You Buy Bitcoin

1. Identity Verification Documents

Before trading on a crypto exchange, you must complete identity checks. Keep a government photo ID on hand—passport, national registration identity card, or driver’s license—and, when requested, a current proof of address such as a bank statement or utility bill.

For Singapore residents, Gemini supports Singpass MyInfo, enabling secure, tap-through verification without uploading documents.

2. Choose a Secure Crypto Wallet

Decide where your…