# Degen to Stellar (DEGEN to XLM): no-KYC swap on GhostSwap

> Send Degen (DEGEN, a token on Base (Ethereum layer 2)) and receive Stellar (XLM) in your own wallet, with no account and no KYC. It is a cross-chain swap from Base to Stellar, with no bridge and no wrapped tokens. Most DEGEN to XLM swaps are paid out within 5–15 minutes.

Swap page: https://ghostswap.io/exchange/degen-xlm/
Updated: 2026-10-02

## At a glance

| | |
|---|---|
| You send | Degen (DEGEN), token on Base (Ethereum layer 2) |
| You receive | Stellar (XLM) |
| Your XLM address | Stellar address that starts with G and is 56 characters long. Wallets: Lobstr or Freighter |
| Memo | Only needed when the XLM goes to an exchange account that gives you one. Personal wallets leave it empty. |
| Deposit network fee | Paid in ETH on Base, so keep a little ETH on Base next to your DEGEN |
| Deposit confirmation | About a minute on Base |
| XLM payout | Sent to your address as soon as the swap completes; Stellar confirms it in a few seconds |
| Typical swap time | 5–15 minutes until your XLM is sent |
| Limits | The exact minimum and maximum DEGEN amounts are shown live in the exchange box |
| Account / KYC | None for standard swaps: no sign-up, no email, no ID |
| Tracking | Status page with your swap ID; DEGEN on BaseScan; XLM on StellarExpert |
| Reverse swap | [XLM to DEGEN](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/xlm-degen/) |

## How to swap DEGEN to XLM

1. Open https://ghostswap.io/exchange/degen-xlm/ and enter the amount of DEGEN to send.
2. Paste the XLM address that should receive the coins (and a Memo only if that address needs one).
3. Enter the DEGEN address you are sending from, then confirm.
4. Send the DEGEN to the one-time deposit address shown.
5. Receive XLM in your wallet and follow the status page with your swap ID.

## FAQ

### How long does it take to swap DEGEN to XLM on GhostSwap?

Most DEGEN to XLM swaps are paid out within 5–15 minutes: the DEGEN deposit needs about a minute to confirm on Base, then the XLM is sent to your wallet, and Stellar confirms the payout in a few seconds. Busy networks can add a few minutes.

### Do I need KYC or an account to exchange DEGEN to XLM?

No. GhostSwap has no accounts: you paste the Stellar address that should receive the XLM, send DEGEN from your own wallet, and the XLM goes straight to that address. No email, phone number or ID upload.

### What are the fees for converting Degen to Stellar?

The GhostSwap fee is already included in the rate in the exchange box, so the XLM amount you see is what you receive. On top of that, your wallet needs a little ETH on Base to pay the Base network fee for sending DEGEN.

### What wallet should I use to receive XLM?

To receive Stellar from your swap, we recommend using Lobstr or Freighter. Make sure your wallet supports the Stellar network before starting the exchange. Double-check your XLM address before confirming, cryptocurrency transactions cannot be reversed.

### What format is the XLM address?

Use a Stellar address: it starts with G and is 56 characters long. Copy it from your wallet and paste it; never type it by hand.

### Do I need a Memo to receive XLM?

Only if the XLM goes to an exchange or custodial account that gave you a Memo; enter it in the field shown in the exchange box. A personal XLM wallet does not need one.

### Can I track my DEGEN to XLM swap?

Yes. After initiating your swap, GhostSwap provides a transaction status page where you can monitor progress in real-time. You can also track your DEGEN payment on BaseScan (https://basescan.org) and your incoming XLM on StellarExpert (https://stellar.expert).

### Is it safe to exchange DEGEN for XLM on GhostSwap?

GhostSwap is non-custodial: there is no account balance holding your coins. Your DEGEN deposit is converted and the XLM is sent straight to the Stellar address you enter, so check that address twice, Stellar transfers cannot be reversed.

### How does a cross-chain DEGEN to XLM swap work?

Degen lives on Base and Stellar on Stellar, two separate blockchains. Instead of a bridge, GhostSwap takes your DEGEN on Base and pays native XLM on Stellar, so you never hold a wrapped token or pay bridge fees.

### What happens if my DEGEN to XLM exchange fails?

If a swap cannot be completed, the DEGEN is refunded to the Base address you entered as the sender address. If something looks stuck, contact support with your swap ID from the status page. Most problems come from sending a different amount than shown or using an address on the wrong network.

## Related

- [Reverse: XLM to DEGEN](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/xlm-degen/) ([Markdown](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/xlm-degen.md))
- [All GhostSwap pairs](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/)
- [How to exchange](https://ghostswap.io/how-to-exchange/)
- [Site guide for AI assistants](https://ghostswap.io/llms.txt)