# Monero to Degen (XMR to DEGEN): no-KYC swap on GhostSwap

> Send Monero (XMR) and receive Degen (DEGEN, a token on Base (Ethereum layer 2)) in your own wallet, with no account and no KYC. The DEGEN arrives as an ordinary transfer on Base, while the XMR you send stays private on its own chain. Most XMR to DEGEN swaps are paid out within 20–60 minutes.

Swap page: https://ghostswap.io/exchange/xmr-degen/
Updated: 2026-10-11

## At a glance

| | |
|---|---|
| You send | Monero (XMR) |
| You receive | Degen (DEGEN), token on Base (Ethereum layer 2) |
| Your DEGEN address | Base address that starts with 0x followed by 40 hexadecimal characters. Wallets: Coinbase Wallet, MetaMask or Rabby |
| Deposit network fee | Paid in XMR by your wallet |
| Deposit confirmation | About 20 minutes (10 confirmations) on Monero |
| DEGEN payout | Sent to your address as soon as the swap completes; Base confirms it in about a minute |
| Typical swap time | 20–60 minutes until your DEGEN is sent |
| Limits | Minimum about 0.056 XMR. The exact minimum and maximum XMR 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 |
| Reverse swap | [DEGEN to XMR](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/degen-xmr/) |

## How much DEGEN you get (quoted 11 Oct 2026, 19:43 UTC, after all fees)

| You send | You receive |
|---|---|
| 0.2 XMR | 105,833.44 DEGEN |
| 1 XMR | 531,612.63 DEGEN |
| 5 XMR | 2,645,287.01 DEGEN |

## How to swap XMR to DEGEN

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

## FAQ

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

Most XMR to DEGEN swaps are paid out within 20–60 minutes: the XMR deposit needs about 20 minutes (10 confirmations) to confirm on Monero, then the DEGEN is sent to your wallet, and Base confirms the payout in about a minute. Busy networks can add a few minutes.

### How much DEGEN do I get for 5 XMR?

At 11 Oct 2026, 19:43 UTC, 5 XMR swapped to about 2,645,287.01 DEGEN on GhostSwap, after the service fee and the DEGEN network fee. The rate floats with the market, so the exchange box shows the exact live amount before you send.

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

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

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

The GhostSwap fee is already included in the rate in the exchange box, so the DEGEN amount you see is what you receive. On top of that, the Monero network fee for your deposit is paid in XMR by your wallet.

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

To receive Degen from your swap, we recommend using Coinbase Wallet, MetaMask or Rabby. Make sure your wallet supports the Base (Ethereum layer 2) network before starting the exchange. Double-check your DEGEN address before confirming, cryptocurrency transactions cannot be reversed.

### What format is the DEGEN address?

Use a Base address: it starts with 0x followed by 40 hexadecimal characters. Copy it from your wallet and paste it; never type it by hand. Sending DEGEN to an address on another network can lose the coins.

### Can I track my XMR to DEGEN 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 incoming DEGEN on BaseScan (https://basescan.org).

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

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

### Will my DEGEN be linked to my XMR?

Monero is private by default: ring signatures, stealth addresses and RingCT hide the sender, the receiver and the amount of every transaction. The source of your funds is already protected. The DEGEN you receive will appear as a fresh transaction on the Base (Ethereum layer 2) blockchain with no visible connection to your XMR holdings. GhostSwap requires no KYC, so there's no account linking the two.

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

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

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

If a swap cannot be completed, the XMR is refunded to the Monero 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: DEGEN to XMR](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/degen-xmr/) ([Markdown](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/degen-xmr.md))
- [No-KYC Monero exchange: all routes, minimums and times](https://ghostswap.io/monero-exchange/) ([Markdown](https://ghostswap.io/monero-exchange.md))
- [No-KYC Monero exchanges compared](https://ghostswap.io/no-kyc-monero-exchanges/)
- [All GhostSwap pairs](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/)
- [How to exchange](https://ghostswap.io/how-to-exchange/)
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