USDT Transfer Time on Base
How long USDT takes to transfer on Base, what affects speed, and what to do if your transfer is stuck.
How Long Does USDT Take to Transfer on Base?
A standard USDT transfer on Base typically takes 1-3 minutes to be confirmed. With higher gas priority, you can reduce this to approximately ~30 seconds.
Base requires 1 confirmation before a transaction is considered finalized. Note that some exchanges and services may require additional confirmations beyond the network minimum, which can add to the total wait time.
What Can Slow Down Your Transfer
- Sequencer delays during peak usage
- High L1 gas affecting batch posting
What to Do If Your USDT Transfer Is Stuck
If your USDT transfer on Base hasn't arrived:
- Check on Basescan
- Contact support if your exchange hasn't credited after 30 minutes
- Verify the recipient address and network are correct: sending USDT on the wrong network is a common mistake
- Check if the receiving platform requires additional confirmations beyond Base's standard
Track Your Transfer
You can track your USDT transfer on Basescan by searching for your transaction hash or wallet address.
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