Asset Guide - USDT
Guide to USDT on Sei
What is USDT?
USDT0 is the official USDT token on Sei, fully backed 1:1 by Ethereum's native USDT and bridged via LayerZero’s OFT (Omnichain Fungible Token) standard. It enables secure, scalable, and omnichain-compatible transfers while serving as the default stablecoin for lending, swapping, and incentives across the Sei DeFi ecosystem.
Where do I get USDT?
You can get USDT from:
On-chain swaps via Sei-based DEXs like Symphony.
Centralized exchanges (CEXs) → Acquire USDT and bridge it to Sei.
Bridging from Ethereum and other chains using Yei bridge or LayerZero-enabled bridges like Legacy Mesh.
The following are available as of April 20, 2025
Get USDT on Sei
Method 1: Swap for USDT on Sei
Method 2: Bridge USDT to Sei
Acquire USDT.
Get USDT from a CEX or swap on a DEX.
Bridge USDT to Sei.
Option 1: Use Yei Bridge. (currently supports Ethereum and Arbitrum only)
Navigate to the Yei Bridge page.
Select your source chain and Sei as the destination.
Approve the transaction.
Option 2: Use Legacy Mesh.
Navigate to Legacy Mesh.
Select your source chain and Sei as the destination.
Review the bridge information.
Approve the transaction.
Supply USDT on Yei
Deposit USDT.
Navigate to the Yei Finance dashboard.
Locate USDT and click "Supply".
Enter the amount and confirm the transaction.
🎉 That’s it! You are now utilizing your USDT to earn rewards and Yei points.
Bridge USDT out of Sei
Method: Bridge out of Sei
Cross-chain via bridge.
Option 1: Use Yei Bridge. (currently supports Ethereum and Arbitrum only)
Navigate to the Yei Bridge page.
Select Sei as the source chain and choose your destination chain.
Approve the transaction.
Option 2: Use Legacy Mesh.
Navigate to Legacy Mesh.
Select Sei as the source chain and choose your destination chain.
Review the bridge information.
Approve the transaction.
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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