Asset Guide - iSEI

Guide to iSEI on Sei

What is iSEI?

iSEI is a liquid staking derivative of SEI, created by the Silo Protocolarrow-up-right. It allows SEI holders to maintain liquidity while earning staking rewards, enabling broader participation across the Sei DeFi ecosystem without waiting for the standard unstaking period.

Where do I get iSEI?

You can get iSEI from:


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The following are available as of Apr 27, 2025.

Get iSEI on Sei

Method 1: Stake SEI on Silo for iSEI

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💡 Need help getting assets onto Sei first? Check out our asset guides for USDC, SEI, and more.

  1. Acquire SEI.

    • Get SEI from a CEX (e.g. Binance) and withdraw the asset to your wallet.

  2. Navigate to Silo Protocolarrow-up-right.

    • Enter the amount of SEI you wish to stake.

    • Approve the transaction.

Method 2: Swap for iSEI on a DEX

  1. Navigate to Symphonyarrow-up-right.

    • Swap for iSEI.


Supply iSEI on Yei

  1. Deposit iSEI.

That’s it! 🎉 You are now utilizing your iSEI to earn rewards and Yei points.


Bridge iSEI out of Sei

Method 1: Unstake iSEI on Silo

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💡 Silo has a 21-day unbonding period. Use this method if you are not in a rush for funds.

  1. Unstake iSEI.

    • Approve the transaction.

    • Click on the “Claim” tab to verify the request has gone through.

  2. Claim SEI and transfer out.

    • Claim your SEI back after the unbonding period.

    • Transfer SEI to a CEX.

Method 2: Swap iSEI for other assets on a DEX

  1. Swap out of iSEI.

  2. Transfer out.

    • Transfer the asset (in this case, SEI) to a CEX.

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For large transfers, start with a small test transaction to ensure a smooth process. Once comfortable, gradually increase the amount. Performing multiple test transactions is recommended to understand how the bridge operates.

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