Tunnel in 3 steps
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Choose how much USDT to send and paste the Stellar address that should receive funds on Stellar mainnet.
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Open the order to freeze the quote and reveal a one-time deposit destination.
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Broadcast USDT to that destination. Once confirmations clear, XLM is pushed to your payout wallet.
Before you broadcast
- TRC-20 USDT confirms quickly on Tron — usually within a minute or two.
- Never send USDT on the wrong network. TRC-20, ERC-20, and other variants are not interchangeable.
- Keep a small TRX balance in your wallet to pay Tron energy/bandwidth for TRC-20 sends.
- Still waiting on XLM? Give the wallet a few minutes to sync, then share your Exchange ID with support if the order already lists a payout hash.
Tether — dollar-pegged stablecoin
USDT tracks the US dollar and is widely used for trading and transfers — always match the correct chain (TRC-20, ERC-20, etc.).
USDT network mismatch
The most common error is sending ERC-20 USDT to a TRC-20 address or vice versa.
Double-check the network badge on your order before sending.
Stellar — fast payments network
XLM (Stellar Lumens) powers the Stellar network — built for low-cost cross-border transfers and tokenized assets.
XLM not visible yet?
Resync your Stellar wallet. If the order shows a sent transaction, verify the address and memo match your wallet.
When will XLM arrive?
Stellar settlements are usually very quick once your deposit confirms.
- Check Stellar Expert or a similar explorer with the payout tx hash.
- Confirm whether your wallet needs a destination memo for incoming funds.
- Keep a small XLM reserve if your wallet requires a minimum balance.
Before you swap
Avoid wrong-network deposits and address format mistakes — read these guides first.
Coin swap hubs
More no-KYC swap pairs and guides for each asset.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need KYC to swap USDT for XLM on TunnelSwap?
No. TunnelSwap is an anonymous no-KYC, privacy-first exchange. There is no account, no ID upload, and no standing balance for Tether → Stellar swaps.
How fast is a USDT → XLM swap?
Most routes settle within minutes. Final timing follows TRC-20 on Tron deposit confirmations and Stellar mainnet payout speed.
Does TunnelSwap hold my USDT or XLM?
No. You fund the deposit from your wallet and XLM is sent straight to the address you paste — non-custodial, wallet to wallet.
What if I use the wrong network for USDT?
Only send on the network shown for the order (TRC-20 on Tron). Wrong-chain deposits can be unrecoverable — review the safety guides before you broadcast.