After making profits on Binance, the most common question is: how do I convert my crypto to fiat in my bank account? The process is straightforward — essentially two steps: convert your holdings to USDT, then sell USDT to a buyer via P2P to receive fiat. Here are the detailed instructions. If you don't have a Binance account, register on Binance first.
Overall Cash-Out Flow
Your crypto holdings (BTC/ETH, etc.)
↓ Sell on the spot market
USDT (stablecoin)
↓ Transfer to Funding Account
USDT in Funding Account
↓ Sell via P2P
Fiat currency to your bank account/payment app
Step 1: Convert Your Crypto to USDT
If you hold Bitcoin, Ethereum, or other cryptocurrencies, first sell them on the spot market for USDT.
- Open Binance App, then "Trade," then "Spot"
- Search for your coin's trading pair, e.g., "BTC/USDT"
- Select "Sell"
- Enter the sell quantity (tap "All" to sell everything)
- Select "Market order" for immediate execution
- Confirm the sell
If you already hold USDT, skip this step.
Step 2: Transfer USDT to Funding Account
P2P trading uses the "Funding Account" balance, not the "Spot Account." If your USDT is in Spot, transfer it first.
- Open App, then "Assets," then "Spot Account"
- Find USDT, then tap "Transfer"
- Direction: "From Spot Account to Funding Account"
- Enter amount, then confirm
Transfer is instant and free.
Step 3: Sell USDT via P2P
This is the key step for receiving fiat.
- Tap "Buy Crypto," then "P2P," then switch to the "Sell" tab
- Select USDT as the currency
- Choose your payment method (bank card/Alipay/WeChat)
- Select a suitable buyer
How to choose a buyer:
- Price: Choose buyers offering higher prices (you're the seller, so higher is better)
- Volume and completion rate: Higher numbers are more reliable
- Verified merchant: Prefer those with verification badges
- Online status: Choose currently online buyers for faster payment
- Tap "Sell," enter quantity, confirm the order
- Wait for the buyer to pay
- After confirming your bank/payment app actually received the money, tap "Confirm Release"
- USDT transfers from your account to the buyer — transaction complete
Critical Safety Reminders
Always Confirm Actual Receipt Before Releasing
This is the most important point. Don't release coins just because the buyer says "I've already paid." You must:
- Open your banking app and check if the balance actually increased
- Or check the incoming payment notification from your bank
- Don't just rely on screenshots — screenshots can be faked
If you release coins without actually receiving payment, the crypto is gone and can't be recovered.
Don't Be Pressured
Some unscrupulous buyers will repeatedly pressure you to release, saying "I already paid, hurry up and release." Ignore the pressure — verify receipt at your own pace. Even if the order times out, Binance support will intervene.
Use a Dedicated Bank Account
Consider using a dedicated bank card for P2P receipts:
- Don't use your payroll card
- Don't use a card with large deposits
- Transfer received funds to another card afterward
Fees During Cash-Out
| Step | Fee |
|---|---|
| Crypto to USDT (spot trade) | 0.1% trading fee (lower with BNB deduction) |
| Transfer to Funding Account | Free |
| P2P sell USDT | Free |
The total cash-out fee is very low — basically just the small spot trading fee.
FAQ
Q: What's the minimum I can sell?
P2P transactions typically have a minimum of around $10-15 equivalent, depending on the merchant's settings.
Q: How long until I receive fiat after selling?
Normally 5-15 minutes. The buyer has a 15-minute payment window, plus your verification time.
Q: Will the USDT selling price be lower than market price?
P2P prices are set by merchants, usually slightly different from the mid-market price. This spread is the merchant's profit margin, typically 0.1%-0.5% — not a significant difference.
Q: Can I withdraw crypto directly to my bank account?
No. Cryptocurrency cannot be directly converted to fiat in a bank account — it must go through P2P trading or other OTC channels.
Q: Are there withdrawal limits?
P2P has no platform-level limits, but each merchant sets their own per-transaction range. For large amounts, you may need multiple transactions or merchants that accept larger trades.
Q: Do I need to pay taxes on the fiat received?
Tax treatment of cryptocurrency varies by jurisdiction. Keep all transaction records in case they're needed in the future.
Following this process, from starting the sell to fiat arriving in your bank account typically takes under 30 minutes. For your first time, practice with a small amount.