# Degen to Tezos (DEGEN to XTZ) — no-KYC swap on GhostSwap

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

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

## At a glance

| | |
|---|---|
| You send | Degen (DEGEN), token on Base (Ethereum layer 2) |
| You receive | Tezos (XTZ) |
| Your XTZ address | Tezos address that starts with tz1, tz2 or tz3. Wallets: Temple or Kukai |
| 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 |
| XTZ payout | Sent to your address as soon as the swap completes; Tezos confirms it in a few minutes |
| Typical swap time | 5–15 minutes until your XTZ 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; XTZ on TzKT |
| Reverse swap | [XTZ to DEGEN](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/xtz-degen/) |

## How to swap DEGEN to XTZ

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

## FAQ

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

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

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

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

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

The GhostSwap fee is already included in the rate in the exchange box, so the XTZ 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 XTZ?

To receive Tezos from your swap, we recommend using Temple or Kukai. Make sure your wallet supports the Tezos network before starting the exchange. Double-check your XTZ address before confirming — cryptocurrency transactions cannot be reversed.

### What format is the XTZ address?

Use a Tezos address: it starts with tz1, tz2 or tz3. Copy it from your wallet and paste it; never type it by hand.

### Can I track my DEGEN to XTZ 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 XTZ on TzKT (https://tzkt.io).

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

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

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

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

### What happens if my DEGEN to XTZ 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: XTZ to DEGEN](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/xtz-degen/) ([Markdown](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/xtz-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)