What Is the Typical Confirmation Time for a Bitcoin Transaction?

The typical target block time for Bitcoin is approximately 10 minutes. Therefore, a single confirmation takes about 10 minutes.

Exchanges often require multiple confirmations, such as three to six, for a deposit to be considered final and credited. This means a Bitcoin deposit can take 30 to 60 minutes before the funds are fully available for trading or withdrawal, significantly increasing the cost and difficulty for a potential double-spend attacker.