How to Get USDC

Transfer USDC to and from your blockchain wallet with StraitsX, and swap with XSGD, XUSD, and USDT.

How to Transfer In and Out USDC with StraitsX

USDC is a fully-backed USD stablecoin widely used for payments, trading, and DeFi. With StraitsX, you can securely swap USDC with other supported stablecoins such as XSGD, XUSD, and USDT, all at 1:1 value, without worrying about hidden fees or unregulated platforms.

Whether you’re using USDC for cross-border transactions, DeFi opportunities, or treasury management, the StraitsX dashboard gives you a fast, compliant, and transparent way to manage your funds.

Why get USDC through StraitsX?

StraitsX is a regulated Major Payment Institution in Singapore, operating under the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). As a regulated platform, we provide:

  • Zero fees when you buy or sell USDC
  • Instant settlement with 24/7 swaps between supported stablecoins
  • Trusted compliance standards to help protect your funds and account
  • Licensed stablecoin ecosystem for added transparency and trust
  • Seamless bank connectivity for SGD and USD deposits/withdrawals

Transfer In & Out Step by Step Guide

Transfer In via Blockchain Transfer

Processing time: 24 hours

Minimum transfer amount: 1 USDC

Fees: 0.5 USDC (waived for < 10 USDC)

Supported blockchain networks: Ethereum, Polygon

Watch our guided tutorial on How to Transfer In via Blockchain Transfer 

  1. Log in to your StraitsX account and select your preferred currency under the Transfer In dropdown.
  1. Select Blockchain Transfer as your method.
  1. Select your Network. (Note: Ensure the network supports your specific asset).
  1. Send funds to the blockchain address below.
  1. After you’ve completed the transfer, select I’ve Transferred
  1. You will receive an email once your funds have been credited and converted to the stablecoin of choice at a 1:1 rate, with network transaction fees applied.

Transfer Out via Blockchain Transfer

Processing time: 24 hours

Minimum withdrawal amount: 10 USDC

Fees: Capped at 30 USDC (Ethereum, Polygon) 

Supported blockchain networks: Ethereum, Polygon

Watch our guided tutorial on How to Transfer Out via Blockchain Transfer 

  1. Log in to your StraitsX account and select your preferred currency under the Transfer Out dropdown.
  1. Select Blockchain Transfer as the transfer method.
  1. Choose a blockchain wallet to receive your funds. 
  1. If you haven't added a blockchain wallet to your account yet, follow this guide to whitelist your personal wallet address.
  2. Pick your Network. (Note: Ensure the network supports your specific asset).
  1. Enter your withdrawal amount.
  1. Check the transfer details and click Proceed to Transfer.
  1. Review the recipient and transfer details again then click Confirm.
  1. Enter your 6-digit code by your 2-Factor Authentication (2FA) App.
  1. You will receive an email once your funds are credited to your blockchain account (network transaction fees apply).

Note: Withdrawals to non-financial institutions such as Wise, GrabPay, Razer, LiquidPay, Matchmove, and Singtel Dash are currently not supported. Contact our support team if you need help verifying supported bank accounts.

Bonus: Swap USDC to stablecoin of choice

After you have USDC in your dashboard, you can swap it for another supported stablecoin such as XUSD, XSGD or USDT. Here’s how you do it:

  • Go to the Swap tab in your dashboard.
  • Select USDC as the currency to swap from.
  • Select the stablecoin you want to receive, for example XSGD.
  • Enter the amount of USDC you want to swap, for example 10 USDC.
  • Review the details and confirm the swap.

Swap back or use stablecoins

You can also swap back to USDC or any other supported stablecoin by repeating the swap steps. For example, if you want to swap your XSGD back to USDC:

  • Go to Swap
  • Select XSGD to swap from
  • Select USDC to receive
  • Enter the amount of XSGD and confirm

Conclusion

USDC offers stability, global reach, and a wide network of use cases. By enabling blockchain transfers through StraitsX, we’re giving users faster access to global transfers and a seamless bridge into digital asset ecosystems. Login or sign up for a StraitsX account today to start using USDC.

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