Buy Solana (SOL)
Buy Solana (SOL) on Binance.US, a regulated U.S. cryptocurrency exchange, for any amount from $3. Solana is a proof-of-stake blockchain whose mainnet beta launched in March 2020. SOL is its native token. You can use it to pay network transaction fees or stake it to help secure the network.
- Buy and stake SOL on a licensed, regulated U.S. cryptocurrency exchange
- Pay no Binance.US fee to fund by bank transfer (ACH).
- Start with a fraction of SOL or a whole coin.
See below for the steps to buy SOL, payment methods and their costs, ways to protect your SOL, and what you can do after buying.
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How to buy Solana on Binance.US
To buy your first Solana (SOL) on Binance.US, follow these four steps:
Create Your Account
Sign up with your email on the Binance.US website or app, then verify your identity. Verification is required on every regulated U.S. cryptocurrency exchange.
Choose a Payment Method
Deposit via Bank Transfer (ACH) with 0% fees. Use debit & credit card, Apple Pay, and Google Pay for instant deposits, or wire transfer for larger amounts.
Select Solana
Choose Solana and enter the dollar amount. You can start with a fraction of a coin.
Complete Your Order
Review the amount, price, and any fees, then place your order. Securely manage, trade, or withdraw your Solana to any wallet that supports it.
Fund your account and compare payment methods and fees
Once you fund your account, make an instant, one-time purchase or schedule automated recurring buys with Binance.US. Visit our fee schedule to learn more about how Binance.US offers some of the lowest fees among regulated U.S. exchanges.
| Payment method | Funding speed | Fee | Available for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bank transfer (ACH) | Usually instant | Zero-fee | Buy and Deposit |
| USD/USDT balance | Not applicable | Not applicable | Buy |
| Debit or credit card | Instant | 3.99% (Card issuer fees may apply) | Deposit |
| Wire transfer | 1 to 3 business days | $0 from Binance.US. Bank fees may apply. | Deposit |
| Apple Pay or Google Pay | Instant | 3.99% (Card issuer fees may apply) | Deposit |
- 1 Trading fees and spreads apply when you buy, sell, or convert crypto.
- 2 Funds deposited by ACH, debit card or Apple Pay, and any crypto bought with them, carry a 7-day hold before you can withdraw.
Binance.US is operated by BAM Trading Services Inc., a licensed and regulated United States cryptocurrency exchange platform that enables American residents to securely buy, sell, trade, and stake digital assets with fiat on-ramp capabilities, U.S.-based custody, and regulatory compliance.
Is it safe to buy Solana?
Yes, it's safe to buy Solana on Binance.US. Binance.US is operated by BAM Trading Services Inc., registered with FinCEN as a money services business [1], licensed as a money transmitter in 32 states [2], and independently audited to the SOC 2 Type II standard [3]. User assets, including Solana, are held 1:1 in U.S.-based custody, with the majority in offline cold storage. Two-factor authentication is required on every account for extra security.
Please note that account safeguards cannot protect you from market losses. Buy only an amount of SOL that fits your financial situation.
How do you keep your Solana safe after you buy it?
Help keep your SOL safe after buying it by using a strong, unique password for your Binance.US account and deciding where you want to hold your SOL. You can keep SOL in Binance.US custody or move it to a wallet that supports Solana once it’s available to withdraw. If you plan to withdraw, enable Address Whitelisting to limit withdrawals to approved addresses, and check the destination before sending.
Binance.US also monitors deposits, withdrawals, and account changes in real time. If it detects suspicious activity, it can suspend withdrawals for up to 120 hours.
See how Binance.US protects your funds on our Trust Page.
What can you do with Solana after you buy it?
After buying SOL, you can hold it, trade it, or stake eligible SOL from your Binance.US account.
Staking lets you earn potential rewards while helping support the Solana network. Binance.US Staking is subject to bonding, unbonding, and processing time. Eligible SOL can also earn rewards through Soft-Staking while remaining available to trade or withdraw. Keep in mind that staking rewards can change and are not guaranteed.
You can also trade SOL through Advanced (Spot) Trading on Binance.US. Current pairs include SOL/USD, SOL/USDC, SOL/USDT, and SOL/BTC. Check the available pairs and review your order before placing a trade.
How much Solana do you need to buy?
Binance.US lets you buy Solana starting at $2. You can buy a fraction rather than a whole coin. Check the live Solana price to see what your amount is worth.
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Buying Solana at a glance
Start with as little as $2
Buy a fraction of Solana, no need to purchase a whole coin.
Fund Your Account Fast
Deposit via Bank Transfer (ACH) with 0% fees, use wire transfer for larger amounts, or fund instantly with debit & credit card, Apple Pay, and Google Pay.
Transparent fees
Preview any Binance.US or payment method fees before you buy Solana. A spread applies to Buy, Sell & Convert orders.
Regulated & Audited
Binance.US is a regulated U.S. exchange, licensed in 32 states and SOC 2 Type II audited.
What else do people ask about buying Solana?
The questions below answer what people ask most before their first purchase, from safety and how much to start with to fees, timing, taxes, and identity verification.
Every beginner has a different budget and comfort with risk. Binance.US lets you start with $3, so a first purchase can be small. Keep in mind that SOL's price can rise or fall sharply.
Check the live Solana price to see what a given dollar amount may buy.
Yes. Binance.US supports fractional SOL purchases, so you can buy less than one whole coin. One SOL is divided into one billion lamports, the smallest unit of SOL. Enter your dollar amount and check the fractional SOL amount in your order preview before confirming.
Start by funding by bank transfer (ACH) to avoid a Binance.US deposit fee. Then compare the total cost of buying SOL through the Buy Crypto feature, which includes a small spread, with an Advanced (Spot) Trading order. Currently, SOL pairs carry a 0% maker or 0.02% taker fee. Paying Spot Trading fees in BNB gives a 5% discount, and the taker rate drops to 0.01% at $500 million in 30-day trading volume.
Yes. You can use a debit or credit card to fund your Binance.US account and buy SOL. Binance.US charges a 3.99% card deposit fee, and your card issuer may charge additional fees.
A verified customer can buy SOL in minutes as soon as their funds become available. Card, Apple Pay, and Google Pay deposits are instant, while ACH deposits are usually instant too. The Buy Crypto feature also offers One-Click Buy, which lets you use a linked USD payment method without pre-funding. Deposits by ACH, debit card, or Apple Pay still carry a seven-day hold before you can withdraw the deposit or its equivalent value in SOL bought with those funds. See the buy hub for payment-method details.
The IRS treats digital assets such as SOL as property. Selling SOL, converting it to another cryptocurrency, or spending it can create a taxable gain or loss. Buying SOL with U.S. dollars and simply holding it generally does not create a taxable event. Staking rewards may be taxed as ordinary income when you gain control of them.
Yes, you can buy SOL without uploading a photo ID, but you still need to complete Basic Verification. Provide your legal name, date of birth, residential address, and your Social Security number. Basic Verification also gives eligible customers access to ACH transfers, spot trading, staking, and the Buy Crypto feature. Advanced Verification requires a photo ID and selfie and offers higher limits for bank transfers. See the compliance overview.
Eligible U.S. customers can buy SOL through Binance.US in supported states. BAM Trading Services Inc. operates Binance.US, which serves U.S. residents and is separate from Binance.com, the global exchange.
Availability can change, so check the current supported states list before signing up. Read more about Binance.US and how the platform operates.
No. Solana is a blockchain network, so SOL is a token, not company stock. Buying SOL on Binance.US does not give you ownership in a company or shareholder voting rights. U.S.-listed products that hold SOL have traded since 2025. You can buy their shares through a brokerage account for exposure to SOL, but those shares are not SOL itself.
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References and Sources
- [1]FinCEN MSB Registrant Search: BAM Trading Services Inc. | fincen.gov/msb-registrant-search
- [2]NMLS Consumer Access: BAM Trading Services Inc., NMLS ID 1906829. | nmlsconsumeraccess.org
- [3]Binance.US successfully completes SOC 2 Type II audit. Binance.US Blog, January 29, 2026. | blog.binance.us/soc2-type-ii
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