USDT Transfer Time on Polygon
How long USDT takes to transfer on Polygon, what affects speed, and what to do if your transfer is stuck.
How Long Does USDT Take to Transfer on Polygon?
A standard USDT transfer on Polygon typically takes 2-5 minutes to be confirmed. With higher gas priority, you can reduce this to approximately 1-2 minutes.
Polygon requires 128 confirmations 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
- Chain reorganizations
- Exchange requiring extra confirmations beyond standard
What to Do If Your USDT Transfer Is Stuck
If your USDT transfer on Polygon hasn't arrived:
- Check transaction on Polygonscan
- Some exchanges require up to 256 confirmations
- 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 Polygon's standard
Track Your Transfer
You can track your USDT transfer on Polygonscan by searching for your transaction hash or wallet address.
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