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Customers in Singapore can securely buy USDT by making transfers to reputable exchanges such as Independent Reserve, one of Singapore’s longest-running and most trusted cryptocurrency exchanges.

This guide walks you through creating an Independent Reserve account, depositing funds, and purchasing Bitcoin.

Create an account

To buy USDT, you can create an account on Independent Reserve with SingPass in minutes.

Follow the instructions using these guides: 

After creating your account, please note that you must complete the Risk Awareness Quiz before making any deposits.

Deposit SGD with PayNow/Bank transfer

Mobile app

1. Log in to your account.

2. Navigate to the ‘Wallet’ tab.

3. Select SGD, then tap ‘Deposit.’

deposit fiat

4. Tap on either ‘PayNow’ or ‘FAST’

    1. If you select PayNow, you will see a page with a QR code
    2. If you select FAST, you will see a page with bank details like bank name, account number and payee

5. Make a transfer via PayNow or FAST by following the respective instructions, then tap on ‘I made a transfer’.

6. Tap ‘Close’, then wait for the deposit to clear and be reflected in your SGD wallet.

wait for deposit

Desktop

1. Log in to your account.

2 Navigate to the ‘Accounts’ tab.

deposit into account

3. Look for SGD, then click ‘Deposit.’

4. Select ‘PayNow’ or ‘FAST’

    1. If you select PayNow, you will see a page with a QR code
    2. If you select FAST, you will see a page with bank details like bank name, account number and payee

5. Make a transfer with either ‘PayNow’ or ‘FAST’, click on ‘I made a deposit.’

6. Click ‘Ok’, then wait for the deposit to clear and be reflected in your SGD wallet.

waiting for SGD deposit

Buy USDT on Independent Reserve

Mobile app

  1. Once your SGD has been deposited, navigate to the ‘Trade’ screen.
  2. Select ‘USDT’ from the list of available cryptocurrencies.
  3. Enter the SGD amount you want to purchase.
  4. Click ‘Buy USDT’.
  5. Review transaction details and confirm your order.

Desktop

  1. Navigate to the ‘Trade’ screen.
  2. Select ‘USDT’ from the list of available cryptocurrencies.
  3. Enter the SGD amount you want to purchase.
  4. Review transaction details and confirm your order.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any fees for buying crypto?

PayNow deposits are free, while FAST deposits under SGD 1,000 incur an SGD 2.50 processing fee. Buying and selling crypto incurs a 0.5% fee.

View the fee schedule for a list of all fees and charges.

Is there a deposit limit?

There may be a limit to the amount of money you can transfer using TT, depending on your personal transfer limits.

For higher deposit limits, our over-the-counter crypto trading desk is available for transactions above $50,000.

Can I withdraw SGD to my bank account?

Yes, you can easily send SGD to your linked bank account.

Can I create a business account with Independent Reserve?

Yes, Independent Reserve offers Bitcoin and crypto solutions. Book a call with our business team to find out more. 

About the author

Brendon Lim

Brendon Lim creates content for Independent Reserve, focusing on crypto and Web3. When he's not writing, he's absorbing — and often riffing on — the latest in pop culture.