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Where can I buy bitcoins if I am European. I tried Bitcoin.de, but i had problem SMS validation code because for unknow reason i dont receive SMS from foreign countries. I reported it to them and after they sent me 4 SMS's which i didnt receive I suggested them to send it to my cousins number. They started to ignore my emails. Same goes for all other sites with SMS verification. What should I do if i want to buy bitcoin today ?

You can try the Marketplace here. Just use escrow. I think you might be able to use Bittylicicious as well. Give that a look.

bittylicious sells 1 bitcoin for 508€ which is almost 40€ more than actual rate. I am new to this forum how can i buy bitcoins here and is it safe?

How about Bitstamp? They are probably the most reputable Europe-facing exchanging, and I have heard that SEPA transfers work pretty quickly. (I don't actually trade there myself, though, so I can't offer much more information)

Well sometimes you just have to bite the bullet and pay the premium. You can buy from the Currency Exchange, and yes it's safe if you use your wits and always use a trusted escrow: https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?board=53.0

I already registered on bitstamp but i have problem with Proof of residence because I dont pay any bills, I live with parents and I am student so I dont know what to send to them

What country are you from?

Do you have anything official that proves who you are and where you live? Any letters from the government etc? You might have to read their terms though and find out what other proofs they accept.

Slovakia

Yes, I would inquire as to what other proofs of residence they may accept. Bank statements? Student loan documentation? Tax returns? Back when I verified there, I had a utility bill.

Try ANXPRO (http://bit.ly/anxprobyt). We support SEPA withdrawals, our fees are as low as 0.05%, and we are having a free DOGE promotion!

you can do bank tranfers with certain people at localbitcoin

localbitcoins.com the easiest

This might help: http://howtobuybitcoins.info/sk.html

Frankly it's harder in the US even.  I guess there are Bitcoin ATMs now if all you're interested in is buying (you can't sell there).

I dont have any official documents , i dont pay loans or taxes, i created my bank account just in monday this week. Localbitcoins requires SMS verification and I can only buy there 0.5 bitcoins anyways. I want 1.5

Do you not need to prove where you live to get a bank account? You can easily buy three lots of bitcoins over time, or just bite the bullet and pay the premium price which is looking like your only option right now.

Since Slovakia is part of SEPA, I invite you to try out our exchange, ANXPRO (http://bit.ly/anxprobyt). You can buy as many bitcoins as you want, as long as you have the money, with fees as low as 0.05%.

Can anyone else confirm safety of anxpro ? I just tried registring in and they had problem with connection, site was offline so it seems suspicious

You can try TheRockTrading or Vicurex or BTC-e, if you want to use BitStamp try to contact the support explaining them your situation.

Have you checked localbitcoins.com? There is possibly an over-the-counter market in your area (cash-->bitcoin). Also, it is possible to trade with others there via bank transfer. Escrow is available.

Lol, can you please read the thread? He needs more bitcoins and finds it too fussy.

Ah, missed the post where he said he needed SMS for that. Actually I don't think that is true. My experience with localbitcoins is that you DO NOT need a verified phone number. But I have never actually completed a trade there -- only posted and removed an ad.

no you dont really need SMS for local bitcoins but all sellers require it. And anxpro require proof of address exactly like bitstamp

Don't use Vircurex.

But use BTC-e, Dr-Exchanger, Coinbase, localbitcoins, etc.

I agree with hilariousandco, the coins don't have an exact price. The price an exchange is showing only means something on that exchange.
Until it becomes more widespread in your area it will usually cost you to buy or sell bitcoin.
You just need to factor this in to what you're willing to spend and trust that you will eventually make it back from price increases.
Keep looking though. You'll find a way.

Yes, Vircurex is in a deep, deep hole and I would stay very far away. They openly do not have funds on account to pay all liabilities, and many users have frozen funds there.

any exchange, btc-e for example, doesn't matter if ur european or from other place :)

I think https://www.alfacashier.com uses euros. Since your in Europe, I'm sure you can use euros

You don't need to do lengthy ID verification process for btc-e. Have you tried it?
You could also find trades here on bitcointalk https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?board=53.0, but don't forget to use escrow.

There is no "actual rate". Different exchanges offer different services and charges different fees, and so they have different rate.
Localbitcoins and bittylicious generally have a higher rate, as you can buy bitcoin easier and faster (no lengthy ID verification).
Bitstamp has a higher rate than btc-e, while btc-e takes a higher fee on wire transfer deposits.

Yes, but BitStamp will also suddenly require a lot of other documents "to comply with AML/KYC requirements". Your funds also get frozen.
I assure you that ANXPRO (http://bit.ly/anxprobyt) doesn't do this. Also, all exchanges require your address, if they don't, you should run away.

What you should do is buy a few Moneypaks or vanilla reload or whatever other form of electronic money is available over there. Then trade that in the marketplace for a near-market price of bitcoin. If you can get items/cards that people want, you'll get a more fair exchange.

Just a friendly reminder, you should use escrow whenever possible. :)

Since it's not yet mentioned here. Kraken ( https://kraken.com/ ) is a very good exchange for Europeans with SEPA transfers. Generally cheaper than BitStamp if you include the euro>dollar exchange rate. BitStamp works fine for me too though.

P2P trades are great but if you are not experienced with it, I think you should stick to official exchanges. Also moneypak is USA only and EU doesn't have that many "electric money" things as far as I know. So you probably end up doing a SEPA anyway (so better use safe/cheaper exchange.)

http://bitcoin-otc.com/


and


Mycelium app - Local trader feature

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mycelium.wallet

Check localbitcoins. :)

heaps of places to buy, amsuing you have the right currency/formamt or what ever it is referred to.
in australia we have some cash over the  couter and you get bitcoins an hour or two later. you do pay a hefty fee for thevice though.

try #bitcoin on irc.freenode.org. What out for scammers thougj, they are in the forums and on irc :( basically just always use trusted escorw heh.

Localbitcoins is great, but you need to be careful of scams and even thefts in face-to-face trades.
https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=641160.0