MEXC takes applications through its token listing form and publishes Listing Terms with ongoing duties (KYC, source-code disclosure, at least 2 days’ notice before changing key token parameters, incident disclosure within 12 hours) that refer to non-refundable sums paid and a refundable liquidity deposit. LBank takes applications through a logged-in portal, says it evaluates within 48 hours, and then settles the listing, promotion plan, and agreements in a business negotiation; its page does not state fees. XT.com describes three steps ending in agreement signing and payment, advertises tiered basic or marketing plans, and says tokens go live within 7 days. XT.com also offers an official channel to verify BD staff, agents or affiliates, and payment addresses.
Key takeaways
- XT.com openly sells tiered listing plans; MEXC’s terms reference payments and a liquidity deposit; LBank settles terms in negotiation.
- Speed claims: LBank evaluates within 48 hours; XT.com goes live within 7 days of payment.
- MEXC has the most detailed post-listing duties.
- Verify every contact and payment address before sending anything.
Side by side
| MEXC | LBank | XT.com | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application | Token listing form | Logged-in listing portal | Listing form with documents |
| Fees (as stated) | Terms refer to non-refundable sums and a refundable liquidity deposit | Not stated; settled in business negotiation | Paid: tiered basic or marketing plans |
| Speed (as stated) | Not stated | Evaluation within 48 hours | Go-live within 7 days |
| Review | Accurate documents, KYC, source-code disclosure | Evaluation, then negotiation of listing, promotion plan, agreements | Security, compliance, technical screening; contract verification; watchlist screening |
| After listing | Notice ≥2 days before key parameter changes; incidents within 12 hours; no early announcement | Not stated | Not stated |
| Verification | Official verification link | Use official LBank channels | Official channel for BD staff, agents/affiliates, payment addresses |
What this means for a small-cap project
These venues are often a first CEX listing for smaller tokens. Budget the listing and the liquidity together, because a listing without a market maker usually produces a thin, volatile book. Read MEXC’s terms before applying, get LBank’s and XT.com’s terms in writing, and check your gaps with the readiness score.
Frequently asked questions
Which of MEXC, LBank, and XT.com is cheapest to list on?
None of them publishes a full price list on the pages we reviewed. XT.com says it has tiered basic or marketing plans, MEXC’s terms refer to non-refundable sums and a refundable liquidity deposit, and LBank settles terms in a business negotiation. Ask each for a written quote covering listing, promotion, and deposits, then add your market-making cost.
Which lists fastest?
By their own statements, LBank evaluates applications within 48 hours and XT.com goes live within 7 days of agreement and payment. MEXC does not publish a timeline on the pages we reviewed. A fast listing is only useful if liquidity is ready on day one.
Are paid listings a scam?
Not necessarily: some exchanges openly charge for listing or promotion plans. The scam is paying someone who does not represent the exchange, or paying an address you have not verified. Use each exchange’s official verification channel. See listing scams and fake agents.
Sources
- MEXC: Token listing application
- MEXC: Listing Terms and Conditions (last updated 14 May 2026)
- LBank: Token listing application
- XT.com: List cryptocurrency on XT Exchange
Last reviewed 12 November 2026. Exchange and platform policies change; always confirm on the official page before acting.