What is the Kraken OTC Desk?
Kraken’s over-the-counter (OTC) desk offers a premium service that allows traders to execute orders off the open Kraken exchange. We offer deeper liquidity for tighter spreads as well as a more private, personalized service for institutional clients and high net-worth individuals needing to fill large orders. Kraken’s OTC desk provides execution and settlement services that are discreet, secure and ultra-competitive.
Eligible clients can trade OTC from Kraken Custody (for institutional clients), Kraken Pro, the Kraken Pro app and over chat. If you are an institutional client and would like to trade OTC, click the button below to complete our enquiry form:
Have a personal or business account? Please submit OTC enquiries here.
OTC frequently asked questions
What cryptocurrencies can I trade?
Is there a fee?
Am I eligible?
What features are available with Kraken OTC?
RFQ in Kraken Pro and the Kraken Pro app:
Request-for-quote (RFQ) functionality
Automated settlement
Dashboard
Trade history
RFQ in Kraken Custody:
To view RFQ in Kraken Custody, institutional clients must be onboarded with Kraken OTC. Access to RFQ will be granted once quorum approval is received. Admins can then select which users have access to RFQ and set other controls.
Request-for-quote (RFC) functionality
Automated settlement
Quote history and transactions
OTC desk:
1-on-1 service
Settlement flexibility
Deep liquidity
OTC derivatives:
Options Trading
Structured Products
*OTC derivatives products are only available to OTC clients in certain jurisdictions. Availability of products may vary by jurisdiction.
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