# Asset Guide - iSEI

## What is iSEI?

iSEI is a liquid staking derivative of SEI, created by the [Silo Protocol](https://www.silostaking.io/). 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:

* Staking $SEI via Silo Protocol.
* Swapping on Sei-based DEXs like [Symphony](https://symph.ag/).

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The following are available as of Apr 27, 2025.
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## 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](/guides/asset-guides/asset-guide-usdc.md), [SEI](/guides/asset-guides/asset-guide-sei.md), and more.
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1. **Acquire SEI.**

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

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2. **Navigate to** [**Silo Protocol**](https://silostaking.io/)**.**

   * Enter the amount of SEI you wish to stake.

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   * Approve the transaction.

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### Method 2: Swap for iSEI on a DEX

1. **Navigate to** [**Symphony**](https://symph.ag/?tokenIn=0x0\&tokenOut=0x5cf6826140c1c56ff49c808a1a75407cd1df9423)**.**
   * Swap for iSEI.

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## Supply iSEI on Yei <a href="#supply-usdc-on-yei" id="supply-usdc-on-yei"></a>

1. **Deposit iSEI**.

   * Navigate to the [**Yei Finance page**](https://app.yei.finance/).
   * Locate iSEI, and click **"Supply"**.
   * Enter the amount and confirm the transaction.

   <figure><img src="/files/pJkpuAXzznzbvnQXvl38" alt="" width="365"><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

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

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## 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.
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1. **Unstake iSEI.**

   * Visit the [Silo Withdraw page](https://app.silostaking.io/withdraw).
   * Enter the amount of iSEI you wish to withdraw.

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   * Approve the transaction.
   * Click on the “Claim” tab to verify the request has gone through.

   <figure><img src="/files/6DTxXCYrAkNloSymnpnB" alt="" width="563"><figcaption></figcaption></figure>
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.**

   * Navigate to [Symphony](https://symph.ag/?tokenIn=0x0\&tokenOut=0x5cf6826140c1c56ff49c808a1a75407cd1df9423).
   * Swap iSEI for any other asset.

   <figure><img src="/files/JZPaSIMo9O5cRmy3KVML" alt="" width="563"><figcaption></figcaption></figure>
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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