# NEAR BEP20 to ALGO: NEAR (BEP20) to Algorand: no-KYC swap on GhostSwap

> Send NEAR (NEAR BEP20, a BEP-20 token on BNB Smart Chain) and receive Algorand (ALGO) in your own wallet, with no account and no KYC. It is a cross-chain swap from BNB Smart Chain to Algorand, with no bridge and no wrapped tokens. Most NEAR BEP20 to ALGO swaps are paid out within 5–15 minutes.

Swap page: https://ghostswap.io/exchange/near-algo/
Updated: 2026-10-02

## At a glance

| | |
|---|---|
| You send | NEAR (NEAR BEP20), BEP-20 token on BNB Smart Chain |
| You receive | Algorand (ALGO) |
| Your ALGO address | Algorand address that is 58 characters of capital letters and digits. Wallets: Pera or Defly |
| Deposit network fee | Paid in BNB, so keep a little BNB next to your NEAR BEP20 |
| Deposit confirmation | Under a minute on BNB Smart Chain |
| ALGO payout | Sent to your address as soon as the swap completes; Algorand confirms it in under a minute |
| Typical swap time | 5–15 minutes until your ALGO is sent |
| Reference rate | 1 NEAR BEP20 ≈ 40.4278 ALGO · 1 ALGO ≈ 0.024735 NEAR BEP20 (market prices, 8 Oct 2026) |
| Limits | The exact minimum and maximum NEAR BEP20 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; NEAR BEP20 on BscScan; ALGO on Allo |
| Reverse swap | [ALGO to NEAR BEP20](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/algo-near/) |

## How to swap NEAR BEP20 to ALGO

1. Open https://ghostswap.io/exchange/near-algo/ and enter the amount of NEAR BEP20 to send.
2. Paste the ALGO address that should receive the coins.
3. Enter the NEAR BEP20 address you are sending from, then confirm.
4. Send the NEAR BEP20 to the one-time deposit address shown.
5. Receive ALGO in your wallet and follow the status page with your swap ID.

## FAQ

### How long does it take to swap NEAR BEP20 to ALGO on GhostSwap?

Most NEAR BEP20 to ALGO swaps are paid out within 5–15 minutes: the NEAR BEP20 deposit needs under a minute to confirm on BNB Smart Chain, then the ALGO is sent to your wallet, and Algorand confirms the payout in under a minute. Busy networks can add a few minutes.

### How much is 1 NEAR BEP20 in ALGO?

1 NEAR BEP20 is worth about 40.4278 ALGO at the market rate, before fees (market prices, 8 Oct 2026). GhostSwap's quote in the exchange box already includes the service fee and the ALGO network fee. The rate floats with the market until your NEAR BEP20 deposit confirms, so the exchange box shows the exact amount before you send.

### Do I need KYC or an account to exchange NEAR BEP20 to ALGO?

No. GhostSwap has no accounts: you paste the Algorand address that should receive the ALGO, send NEAR BEP20 from your own wallet, and the ALGO goes straight to that address. No email, phone number or ID upload.

### What are the fees for converting NEAR (BEP20) to Algorand?

The GhostSwap fee is already included in the rate in the exchange box, so the ALGO amount you see is what you receive. On top of that, your wallet needs a little BNB to pay the BNB Smart Chain network fee for sending NEAR BEP20.

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

To receive Algorand from your swap, we recommend using Pera or Defly. Make sure your wallet supports the Algorand network before starting the exchange. Double-check your ALGO address before confirming, cryptocurrency transactions cannot be reversed.

### What format is the ALGO address?

Use an Algorand address: it is 58 characters of capital letters and digits. Copy it from your wallet and paste it; never type it by hand.

### Can I track my NEAR BEP20 to ALGO 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 NEAR BEP20 payment on BscScan (https://bscscan.com) and your incoming ALGO on Allo (https://allo.info).

### Is it safe to exchange NEAR BEP20 for ALGO on GhostSwap?

GhostSwap is non-custodial: there is no account balance holding your coins. Your NEAR BEP20 deposit is converted and the ALGO is sent straight to the Algorand address you enter, so check that address twice, Algorand transfers cannot be reversed.

### How does a cross-chain NEAR BEP20 to ALGO swap work?

NEAR (BEP20) lives on BNB Smart Chain and Algorand on Algorand, two separate blockchains. Instead of a bridge, GhostSwap takes your NEAR BEP20 on BNB Smart Chain and pays native ALGO on Algorand, so you never hold a wrapped token or pay bridge fees.

### What happens if my NEAR BEP20 to ALGO exchange fails?

If a swap cannot be completed, the NEAR BEP20 is refunded to the BNB Smart Chain 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: ALGO to NEAR BEP20](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/algo-near/) ([Markdown](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/algo-near.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)
