How you use crypto to receive money from abroad
using cryptocurrency to receive money from abroad is pretty straightforward . Here is how you can do it in a few simple steps:
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1. Choose a Crypto Wallet
You need a crypto wallet to receive funds. You can pick:
Mobile/desktop wallets (e.g., Trust Wallet, MetaMask, Exodus)
Exchange wallets (e.g., Binance, Coinbase, Kraken)
Each wallet gives you a unique wallet address for each crypto (like Bitcoin or USDT).
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2. Select a Cryptocurrency
Popular options for sending/receiving include:
Bitcoin (BTC) – widely used, but can have high fees.
Ethereum (ETH) – popular, but gas fees can be high.
USDT (Tether) – a stablecoin pegged to the US dollar, often used for international transfers (cheaper and faster if sent on TRON network - “TRC20”).
Litecoin (LTC) – cheaper and faster than BTC.
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3. Share Your Wallet Address
Give the sender your wallet address for the crypto they’re sending (e.g., your USDT TRC20 address). Make sure the network matches what the sender is using.
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4. Wait for Confirmation
Once the sender transfers the crypto, it usually takes a few minutes to an hour depending on the network. You'll see it in your wallet once it's confirmed.
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5. Convert to Local Currency (Optional)
You can:
Keep the crypto in your wallet, or
Sell it on a crypto exchange to get local currency (bank deposit, mobile money, etc.)
Examples of platforms for converting crypto to local currency:
Binance P2P
Coinbase
Kraken
LocalBitcoins
Paxful
Trust Wallet (via third-party services)