KuCoin GALA, BSV and AXL Services Reopen September 22: API Migration Checklist
KuCoin completed its ticker/API migration; services reopen in stages September 22 and API users need the new symbols.
Crypto Support & Research Desk
Direct answer: KuCoin completed the GALA, BSV and WAXL ticker/API update on September 21. Deposits for GALA, BSV and AXL are scheduled to reopen at 07:00 UTC September 22, selected trading pairs from 08:00 UTC, and withdrawals at 10:00 UTC. API users should update legacy symbols before restarting automation.
What changed?
GALA stays GALA in the interface but its API symbol changes from GALAX to GALA. BSV stays BSV but its API symbol changes from BCHSV to BSV. WAXL becomes AXL in both the interface and API. This can break bots, websocket subscriptions, portfolio trackers and custom integrations that still send old identifiers.
September 22 schedule
- 07:00 UTC: deposits for GALA, BSV and AXL reopen; GALA/USDT and AXL/USDT call auction starts.
- 08:00 UTC: GALA/USDT and AXL/USDT trading opens; BSV call auction starts.
- 09:00 UTC: BSV/USDT, BSV/USDC and BSV/BTC trading opens.
- 10:00 UTC: withdrawals reopen.
API checklist
Search configs and symbol maps for GALAX, BCHSV and WAXL. Refresh KuCoin instrument metadata after reopening, then test market-data and account calls before allowing order placement. Do not globally rename symbols used by other exchanges because venue conventions differ.
Deposit and withdrawal checks
Generate a fresh deposit address from KuCoin and verify the network. For withdrawals, confirm the destination supports the exact chain and send a small test when practical. A ticker/API rename is not automatically an on-chain token migration.
Scam warning
Ignore unsolicited accounts offering to unlock deposits or migrate balances. Never share a seed phrase, private key, password or 2FA code.
Official source
FAQ
When do deposits reopen?
07:00 UTC September 22, according to KuCoin.
When do withdrawals reopen?
10:00 UTC September 22.
Do app users need to edit API symbols?
No; this is mainly an integration task for API clients.
Informational only; not investment, trading, legal or tax advice. Verify live service status before moving funds.
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