How do I access retail derivatives on OKX Australia?

Published on Jul 1, 2026Updated on Jul 1, 20263 min read
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To access derivatives trading on OKX Australia, you'll first need to pass our suitability and knowledge assessment. Here's what the process involves:

  1. Navigate to the Explore tab

    Select Explore from the main menu

  2. The first step is a brief suitability assessment - a few questions that help us understand your financial background and trading experience, so we can assess whether you meet the eligibility criteria. If you're found ineligible, a 180-day waiting period applies before you may try again.

    Select Start to complete the suitability assessment

  3. Next, you'll complete a twelve question knowledge assessment. A score of 10 or above out of 12 is required to proceed. Topics covered include leverage, margin, and liquidation.

    Select Start to complete the knowledge assessment

  4. If you pass, retail derivatives access will be enabled on your account

    Select Start trading

Note: if you don't meet the pass mark, a 24-hour waiting period applies before your next attempt. If you don't pass on your third attempt, a 30-day waiting period applies before you may try again.

Derivatives involve a significant risk of loss and may not be suitable for all investors. This information is general in nature and isn't investment advice. If you want to learn how to place a perpetual contract trade, visit here.

Disclaimer: Information about: digital currency exchange services is prepared by OKX Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 22 636 269 040); derivatives and margin by OKX Australia Financial Pty Ltd (ABN 14 145 724 509, AFSL 379035); and other products and services by the relevant OKX entities which offer them (see Terms of Service). This information is general in nature and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should do your own research and obtain professional advice, including to ensure you understand the risks associated with these products, before you make a decision about them. Digital assets are volatile and carry a high level of risk; you may lose some or all of your investment. Crypto derivatives carry significant risk. You could lose all of the USDT deposited in your trading account. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. Read our Terms of Service and Risk Disclosure Statement for more information. For crypto derivatives for retail clients, read the Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) and Financial Services Guide (FSG), and refer to the Target Market Determination (TMD) on our website.