Asset Guide - iSEI

Guide to iSEI on Sei

What is iSEI?

iSEI is a liquid staking derivative of SEI, created by the Silo Protocol. 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.

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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

💡 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 Protocol.

   • Enter the amount of SEI you wish to stake.

   

   • Approve the transaction.

Method 2: Swap for iSEI on a DEX (subject to slippage)

1. Navigate to Symphony.

   • Swap for iSEI.

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Supply iSEI on Yei

1. Deposit iSEI.

   • Navigate to the Yei Finance page.
   • Locate iSEI, and click "Supply".

   • Enter the amount and confirm the transaction.

   

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

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

1. Unstake iSEI.

   • Visit the Silo Withdraw page.
   • Enter the amount of iSEI you wish to withdraw.

   

   • 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 (subject to slippage)

1. Swap out of iSEI.

   • Navigate to Symphony.
   • Swap iSEI for any other asset.

   
2. Transfer out.

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

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.