INTERACTIVE GUIDE · ~2 min
How to Swap USDC (ETH) to USDC (ARB)
Learn how to swap USDC from Ethereum to USDC on Arbitrum by walking through the quote, network checks, addresses, and deposit steps.
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You Receive
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Confirm the deposit asset and network before sending.
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Deposit
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to the address below
Awaiting Deposit
Send your deposit to the address above to begin your swap.
Swap Details
Once your deposit is received, liquidity providers will execute the agreed quote and begin processing your swap.
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You receive
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Destination —
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- Receive (includes all fees)
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- Refund amount
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- Exchange rate
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Email your swap receipt
Your receipt will be emailed when the swap completes.
Destination
Your funds will be delivered to this address.
Refund
Any refundable funds will be returned to this address.
Checklist Before Swapping USDC on Ethereum to USDC on Arbitrum
Check the token symbol and the network together. Same-symbol routes are where wallet and network mixups happen most often.
Sending USDC on Ethereum
- USDC available on EthereumHave enough USDC in your Ethereum wallet for the swap amount.
- ETH available for network feesKeep enough ETH on Ethereum in the sending wallet to cover the network fee.
- Send USDC on EthereumUse the Ethereum version of USDC, not the same token on another network.
Receiving USDC on Arbitrum
- USDC on Arbitrum wallet supportUse a wallet that supports USDC on Arbitrum.
- Receive USDC on ArbitrumVerify the destination setup is for USDC on Arbitrum, not Ethereum.
- Token and network matchDouble-check both the token symbol and destination network before creating the swap.
How Your USDC on Ethereum to USDC on Arbitrum Swap Works
This guide follows the normal USDC on Ethereum to USDC on Arbitrum flow: review the quote, send USDC on Ethereum, wait for confirmation, and receive USDC on Arbitrum.
Review the quoted receive amount before deposit, then the swap is executed and delivered onchain.
- Get quote
- Deposit
- Receive
Native settlement
Send USDC and receive USDC on Arbitrum. No wrapped tokens.
Upfront quotes
Review the amount & delivery time before exchanging.
Non-custodial
Send from your wallet. Receive to your wallet. All onchain.
Common Questions About Swapping USDC to USDC
Which networks do I use for this USDC swap?
Send USDC on Ethereum and receive USDC on Arbitrum. Do not send USDC from Arbitrum or another network.
Can I send USDC on Ethereum directly from a crypto exchange?
Yes. The exchange must support USDC withdrawals on Ethereum. Select Ethereum as the withdrawal network and send the funds to the deposit address generated for the swap.
Do I need ETH when sending USDC on Ethereum?
Yes, if you send from a self-custody wallet. Ethereum network fees are paid in ETH, separate from your USDC amount.
What receiving address should I enter for USDC?
Enter an address that supports USDC on Arbitrum. This is where the USDC from the swap will be sent.
What happens after I send USDC on Ethereum?
After Ethereum confirms the deposit, the swap executes and delivers USDC on Arbitrum to your receive address.
How do I know when the swap is complete?
The swap status will show when the exchange is complete. Once the destination asset has been sent, you can also view the transaction directly on the destination blockchain explorer.
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Guide Outline
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USDC on Ethereum is selected
The swap starts with USDC on Ethereum. The asset and network you send must match the route exactly.
USDC on Arbitrum is selected
You receive USDC on Arbitrum. Use a wallet that supports USDC on that network, not the same symbol on another chain.
Enter the USDC amount
Enter the amount you want to exchange and review how the quote, estimated receive amount, and minimum swap threshold respond.
Review the USDC to USDC quote
Check the quoted receive amount, estimated completion time, fees, and minimum receive before continuing.
Add receiving and refund addresses
Enter the address where the completed swap should arrive. Provide a refund address on the send network when the route requires one for eligible returns.
Create the swap and get deposit instructions
Once the quote and wallet details look right, confirm the swap to generate the deposit address and final instructions.
Complete the final checks
Review the send network, receive network, both addresses, and the minimum receive amount before sending funds.
Send USDC to the deposit address
In a real swap, USDC is sent to the generated deposit address on the Ethereum network. This guide simulates the deposit step and does not move funds.
Wait for confirmation and execution
After the deposit is recognized, the swap moves through confirmation and execution until USDC on Arbitrum is delivered. This guide simulates these status updates.
Receive USDC on Arbitrum
When the swap completes, USDC on Arbitrum reaches your receive address. This guide shows the same completion stage without sending real funds.