How long does it take to get a Circle Mint account?

Since Circle requires thorough background checks (including ID verification, KYC checks, and sanctions screening) the processing time can vary from one day to a week or more in some cases. To ensure an efficient application process, ensure you have the proper documentation prepared beforehand.

Who qualifies for Circle Mint?

Circle Mint is offered to registered businesses in specific regions who will mint and distribute USDC at scale. This product is not offered to retail consumers or those minting USDC for personal use.

Circle Mint | Mint USDC, Unlock Business Efficiency

Circle Mint

Circle Mint is the fastest and most cost effective way for distributors to access and redeem USDC and EURC. Manage funds securely, and seamlessly distribute them to crypto wallets around the world, 24/7.

Check eligibility

More than 333B USDC minted

Directly mint USDC & EURC

Only Circle issues USDC and EURC. With Circle Mint, distributors can avoid extra fees, added risk and transaction time of third-party channels.

Seamless stablecoin operations

Instant availability

Fiat funds from your bank account can be converted instantly and automatically to USDC and EURC*

1:1 redemption

USDC and EURC can always be redeemed 1:1 for US dollars or euros through Circle

*Instant settlement is possible, provided, however, that instant settlement programs are offered by the participating bank(s)

Global access to stablecoins

Access USDC & EURC worldwide

Circle stablecoins are available to mint and redeem* in 185 countries. Connect your existing bank account to fund your Circle Mint account with wire, SEPA, and banking network transfers. Send automatic transfers directly from your USDC or EURC balance back into your bank account.

*Stablecoins are available to mint and redeem via wire transfer; SEPA and banking network transfers are limited to participating banks in limited regions

USER permissions

Manage your funds securely

Set granular user policies and configure them for your business account. Delegate financial tasks and approvals confidently with multi-user roles and granular permissions. Provide transparency and maintain financial oversight of your account and permissioned users.

Transactions

Send funds anytime, globally — & settle in just seconds

Expand and streamline your global business transactions with Circle’s near-instant settlement and low costs. Transfer funds seamlessly across blockchain networks 24/7 and approve transactions effortlessly with the Circle Authenticator App.

{
  "data": {
    "trackingRef": "CIR2HGDLC6",
    "beneficiary": {
      "name": "CIRCLE INTERNET FINANCIAL INC",
      "address1": "1 MAIN STREET",
      "address2": "SUITE 1"
    },
    "virtualAccountEnabled": true,
    "beneficiaryBank": {
      "name": "CRYPTO BANK",
      "address": "1 MONEY STREET",
      "city": "NEW YORK",
      "postalCode": "1001",
      "country": "US",
      "swiftCode": "CRYPTO99",
      "routingNumber": "999999999",
      "accountNumber": "123605879434",
      "currency": "USD"
    }
  }
}

Integrations

Connect using web UI or integrate with APIs

Mint Circle stablecoins through the web console or integrate with our APIs to automate minting and redemption. Now you can provide stablecoin access directly to your users through your own app or website

Is Circle Mint right for your business?

Circle Mint is for institutional customers minting USDC or EURC. It is typically used by exchanges, institutional traders, wallet providers, banks, and consumer-app companies. Circle Mint is not available to individuals; however, individuals can access USDC and EURC in the secondary market through a network of providers. Visit USDC.com to get started.

Talk to our team

Please note that we uphold stringent operating standards. All Mint applicants are required to complete a thorough review including:

Background checks

KYC checks

Sanctions screening

FAQs

Circle requires thorough background checks (including ID verification, KYC checks, and sanctions screening) to open a Mint account. As a result, the processing time can take a few weeks or more, depending on a variety of factors. To ensure an efficient application process, ensure you have the proper documentation prepared beforehand.

Circle Mint is currently available only to institutions, such as exchanges, institutional traders, wallet providers, banks, and consumer-apps companies in specific regions. Circle Mint is not available to individuals.

If you are looking to access Circle stablecoins, but in lower volumes, here is a list of exchanges where you can purchase USDC and EURC.

Circle Mint is free for those who qualify.

To integrate via API, our team can help design the perfect solution for you. Contact us for more information.

Circle Mint and money transmission services are provided by Circle Internet Financial, LLC. Circle Internet Financial, LLC, NMLS # 1201441, is a licensed provider of money transmission services. A full list of Circle’s licenses can be found here.

Circle is not a bank; Circle Mint is not a bank account, and any funds are not insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the Securities Investor Protection Corporation or by any US or foreign government agency, insurance fund, person or entity.