INTERACTIVE GUIDE · ~2 min
How to Swap USDC (ETH) to USDT (ETH)
Learn how to swap USDC on Ethereum to USDT on Ethereum by walking through the quote, wallet details, and deposit steps.
Checklist Before Swapping USDC on Ethereum to USDT on Ethereum
Sending USDC on Ethereum
- ETH available for network feesKeep enough ETH on Ethereum in the sending wallet to cover the network fee.
- Correct token and networkSend the correct USDC on Ethereum.
- USDC availableEnough USDC for the swap and ETH on Ethereum for the network fee.
Receiving USDT on Ethereum
- USDT on Ethereum receive addressHave an Ethereum receive address ready before creating the swap.
- Supported destination walletUse a wallet or exchange that can receive USDT on Ethereum.
- Destination networkVerify the receive address is for Ethereum.
- Address verifiedDouble-check the destination address before creating the swap.
How Your USDC on Ethereum to USDT on Ethereum Swap Works
This guide follows the normal USDC on Ethereum to USDT on Ethereum flow: review the quote, send USDC on Ethereum, wait for confirmation, and receive USDT on Ethereum.
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 USDT on Ethereum. 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 USDT
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 USDT?
Enter an address that supports USDT on Ethereum. This is where the USDT from the swap will be sent.
What happens after I send USDC on Ethereum?
After Ethereum confirms the deposit, the swap executes and delivers USDT on Ethereum 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.
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.
USDT on Ethereum is selected
You receive USDT on Ethereum. Use a wallet that supports USDT on Ethereum.
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 USDT 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 USDT on Ethereum is delivered. This guide simulates these status updates.
Receive USDT on Ethereum
When the swap completes, USDT on Ethereum reaches your receive address. This guide shows the same completion stage without sending real funds.