Latin America is redefining everyday payments, and now, with Stellar x Abroad integrated into Zypto App, you can tap into that momentum using your crypto.
With our latest new feature, Zypto App users in Brazil and Colombia can pay with USDC in stores, restaurants, and local merchants by scanning Pix or Nequi QR codes – with Stellar’s blockchain and USDC at the core.
No banks. No off-ramping. Just real crypto, real payments, in the real world.
How It Works
Zypto’s new Abroad feature, built on Stellar rails and powered by USDC, makes local payments simple:
- Open Zypto App
- Select your wallet, tap Exchange
- Choose abroad
- Scan the Pix or Nequi QR code provided by the merchant
- Review and approve the transaction
Your USDC is converted instantly, and the merchant receives payment in Brazilian Real (BRL) or Colombian Peso (COP).
The Features
- Built on Stellar, enabling fast, low-cost settlement
- Pay with USDC, directly from your defi wallet
- No off-ramping or bank involvement
- Pix accepted almost everywhere in Brazil
- Nequi widely accepted in Colombia
- Simple QR code payments with your phone
It’s the easiest way to use stablecoins for everyday spending, while staying fully on-chain.
Set Up Your Stellar or USDC Wallet in Zypto App
To start using Pix in Brazil or Nequi in Colombia, you’ll need a defi wallet inside Zypto App. Creating one takes just a few minutes, and once it’s ready, you can send, receive, and spend instantly. Follow our step-by-step guides to set up a Stellar wallet or create a USDC wallet and get set up fast.
What’s Next?
Abroad is now live in Brazil and Colombia, with more countries on the way. This is just the beginning of making real-world crypto payments a reality across Latin America and beyond.
Live on-Chain. Pay in the Real World.
Thanks to Stellar x Abroad, the future of crypto payments is already here. If you’re in Brazil or Colombia, update Zypto App and try it today – powered by USDC.
FAQs
How can I pay with Pix or Nequi using Zypto App?
Open Zypto App, select your wallet, tap Exchange, and choose abroad. Then scan the Pix or Nequi QR code and approve the payment.
Which currency do merchants receive?
Payments are settled in local currency – Brazilian Real (BRL) for Pix in Brazil and Colombian Peso (COP) for Nequi in Colombia.
Do I need a bank account to use this feature?
No, you don’t. The payments are processed on Stellar using USDC, so there’s no bank involvement or off-ramping required.
Is this feature available outside Brazil and Colombia?
Currently it’s available only in Brazil and Colombia, but more countries are planned for future rollout.
What assets can I use for payment?
This feature supports USDC as the settlement asset.
