How to Bridge to Sei

Can I Bridge to Sei?

Yes, you can transfer assets to Sei using cross-chain bridges that connect its parallelized EVM with Ethereum, Layer 2 networks, and other blockchains.

Supported assets like ETH, USDC, and USDT can be bridged to Sei for access to DeFi protocols, liquidity pools, and high-speed on-chain applications.

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How to Bridge to Sei

You can bridge assets to Sei using Stargate Finance, a leading omnichain liquidity transport protocol with over $1.5 billion in total value locked (TVL). As part of the LayerZero ecosystem, Stargate offers seamless cross-chain transfers with instant finality and access to deep liquidity.

Steps to Bridge to Sei:

1. Connect Your Wallet – Open Stargate Finance and connect a Web3 wallet like MetaMask.
2. Select Networks and Token – Choose your source network (e.g., Ethereum) and set Sei as the destination. Select the asset, such as ETH or USDC.
3. Approve the Transfer – Enter the amount, approve the transaction in your wallet, and confirm.
4. Complete the Transfer – Follow the on-screen prompts. Assets typically settle on Sei within minutes.

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What Are the Fees for Bridging to Sei?

Bridging to Sei via Stargate Finance incurs a 0.06% transaction fee, plus network gas fees based on the source chain:

• Ethereum Mainnet – Typically $5–$10, depending on network congestion.
• Layer 2 Networks (e.g., Arbitrum) – Generally under $1, benefiting from L2 scalability.
• Other Layer 1 Networks – Usually less than $1, though costs vary by network activity.

For the lowest fees, bridging ETH from a Layer 2 network is the most cost-effective option.

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About Sei

Sei is a high-performance Layer 1 blockchain designed for parallel execution, achieving sub-400ms finality and high throughput for DeFi and trading applications. It features Twin-Turbo Consensus, Optimistic Parallelization, and SeiDB to enhance scalability and efficiency while maintaining full EVM compatibility.

Integrated IBC support enables seamless interoperability across the Cosmos ecosystem, making Sei a fast, scalable, and developer-friendly platform for high-frequency decentralized applications.

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Final Thoughts

Bridging to Sei is fast and capital-efficient with Stargate Finance, enabling seamless transfers of ETH, USDC, and more. A 0.06% fee plus gas applies, with Layer 2 networks offering the lowest costs. 

Sei’s high-speed execution and deep liquidity make it ideal for DeFi traders and developers seeking scalable, low-latency solutions.