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This guide walks you through the process of sending stablecoins from your Shiga wallet to a fiat bank account (GBP/EUR) using the screenshots provided. From your Shiga dashboard:
  • Click “Send” to open the transfer interface.
  • To Fiat Account (Portal Out)
    • Purpose: Convert stablecoins and receive local currency in a bank account
    • Description: Send stablecoins and receive local currency in a bank account
    • Available Currencies:
      • GBP/EUR - British Pound and Euro
      • NGN - Nigerian Naira
    • Best for: Converting crypto to traditional currency
    Action: Select “To Fiat Account” to proceed with Portal Out. Gbp1 Pn

Step 1: Choose Your Send Method

When you initiate a stablecoin transfer, you’ll see two main options:

Option A: To Wallet Address

  • Purpose: Send stablecoins to any wallet address
  • Description: Send stablecoins to any wallet address
  • Best for: Crypto-to-crypto transfers

Option B: To Fiat Account (Portal Out)

  • Purpose: Convert stablecoins and receive local currency in a bank account
  • Description: Send stablecoins and receive local currency in a bank account
  • Available Currencies:
    • GBP/EUR - British Pound and Euro
    • NGN - Nigerian Naira
  • Best for: Converting crypto to traditional currency
Action: Select “To Fiat Account” to proceed with Portal Out. Screenshot2025 12 07134137 Pn Screenshot2025 12 07134239 Pn

Step 2: Set Up Your Portal Out Transaction

Once you’ve selected “To Fiat Account,” you’ll be taken to the Portal Out configuration page.

2.1 Select Your Smartchain Network

Field: Smartchain Network (marked with red asterisk - required) Options Available:
  • Click the dropdown menu labeled “Select Asset”
  • Choose from available networks where you hold stablecoins
  • The selected network will determine which cryptocurrency you’re converting
Example: USDC on Ethereum ($ 12.39)

2.2 Enter the Amount to Send

Field: Amount (marked with red asterisk - required) This section has two parts:

Send Amount:

  • Label: “Send”
  • Currency: USDT or USDC (depending on your selection)
  • Input: Enter the amount you want to convert
  • Max Button: Click “Max” to send your entire available balance
  • Default Value: 0

Receive Amount:

  • Label: “Receive”
  • Currency: Euro (EUR) or other selected fiat currency
  • Display: Shows the equivalent amount you’ll receive
  • Currency Selector: Click the dropdown to change receiving currency if needed
  • Default Value: 0
Balance Display:
  • Your current balance is shown below the receive field
  • Example: “Balance: $0.00(€0)“

2.3 Review Exchange Rate Information

Rate Display:
  • Shows the current exchange rate
  • Example: “$1 - €0.00”
Total USD:
  • Displays the total transaction value in USD
  • Example: “$0.00”

2.4 Add Transaction Description

Field: Description (marked with red asterisk - required)
  • Enter a description for your transaction
  • This helps you track the purpose of the transfer
  • Example: “MONTHLY BILLS”
  • Placeholder: “Enter here”
Purpose: This description will appear in your transaction history for easy reference. Screenshot2025 12 07134749 Pn

Step 3: Select Your Recipient

After setting up the transaction details, you need to choose where the funds will be sent.

Recipient Options:

You have two choices:

Option A: My Portal Account
  • Button: Select “My Portal account”
  • Description: Sends funds to your linked settlement bank account
  • Best for: Regular personal withdrawals

    Option B: Beneficiary

    • Radio Button: Select “Beneficiary”
    • Description: Sends funds to a saved beneficiary
    • Best for: Sending to other people or frequently used accounts

    Step 4: Choose Settlement Bank Account (If “My Portal Account” Selected)

    If you selected “My Portal account,” you’ll see your Settlement Bank Account details:

    Bank Account Information Display:

    Section Header: Settlement Bank Account
    • Edit Button: Click “Edit” to modify or change your bank details
    Account Details Shown:
    • Currency: EUR (with currency icon)
    • Bank Name: Example: “Wemino Bank”
    • Account Name: Example: “The Co-operative Bank”
    • IBAN: Full IBAN number
      • Example: “GB42CPBK08005470328725”

    Verification:

    • Carefully verify all bank details are correct
    • Ensure the currency matches your receiving currency
    • Double-check the IBAN for accuracy
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Step 5: Select Beneficiary (If “Beneficiary” Selected)

If you selected “Beneficiary,” you’ll see the beneficiary selection interface:

Beneficiary Selection:

Section Header: Select Beneficiary (marked with red asterisk - required) Features:
  • Dropdown Menu: Click to view your saved beneficiaries
  • Search Function: Search bar to quickly find beneficiaries
Beneficiary List: Each beneficiary displays:
  • Beneficiary Name: Example: “West Chris”
  • Currency Icon: Shows the currency (e.g., EUR)
  • Currency Code: Example: “EUR”
Action: Click on the beneficiary you want to send funds to. Screenshot2025 05 12010132 Pn

Step 6: Send Stablecoin Confirmation (For Wallet Address Transfers)

If you selected “To Wallet Address” instead of Portal Out, you’ll see a different confirmation screen:

Transaction Confirmation Details:

Header: Send Stablecoin Transaction Information:
  • Amount: Example: “$1 USDC”
  • Sent to: Complete wallet address
    • Example: “0x3dd73b4c035dc8a3fcc9b65b33dda313981166a”
  • Network: Blockchain network used
    • Example: “Base”
  • Network Fee: Transaction cost
    • Example: “$0.00—$0.04” with “Max” indicator
  • Total to be sent: Final amount including fees
    • Example: “$1.00”
Important Warning Message: “Please verify the recipient wallet address to ensure a safe transaction. Sending funds to an incorrect wallet address may result in a permanent loss of your assets. We cannot recover funds sent to the wrong address.”

Security Reminders:

  • Always double-check the wallet address
  • Verify the network matches the recipient’s wallet
  • Understand that blockchain transactions are irreversible
  • Confirm network fees are acceptable
Action Button: Click “Send stablecoin” to complete the transaction

Step 9: Transaction Processing

After clicking “Proceed” or “Send stablecoin,” you’ll see the processing screen:

Processing Screen Display:

Visual Indicator:
  • Checkmark icon in a circular badge
  • Progress indicator showing transaction status
Status Message:
  • Text: “Sending in progress”
  • Amount: Example: “$1 USDC”
Transaction Details:
  • To: Complete recipient address
    • Example: “0x494de1c5035f9bcdc2703EBe864c5D0603ADAD71”
What’s Happening:
  • Your transaction is being broadcast to the blockchain.
  • Network validators are processing the transaction.
  • Funds are being transferred to the recipient.
Action Button: Click “Close” when you’re ready to return to the dashboard.

Processing Time:

  • Transaction times vary by network.
  • Ethereum: 1-5 minutes typically.
  • Base/Polygon: Usually under 1 minute.
  • Portal Out to bank: 1-3 minutes. Screenshot2025 05 12013442 Pn

Step 10: Transaction Completion

Bank Settlement (For Portal Out):

  1. Funds typically arrive in 1-3 minutes
Check your bank account for the EUR deposit The description you entered will help identify the transaction
  • Confirm your settlement bank account is correct
  • Check minimum and maximum transaction limits
  • Use the “Max” button to send your entire balance if needed
  • Save frequently used addresses as beneficiaries
  • Always double-check wallet addresses
  • Verify the network matches the recipient’s wallet
  • Never share your wallet private keys
  • Keep your Shiga account credentials secure
  • Enable two-factor authentication if available
  • Review transaction details carefully before proceeding

Transaction Setup (Shiga Wallet)

  • Shiga Wallet Details:
    • Asset: USDT (Tether)
    • Target Wallet Network: Base
  • Transaction Details:
    • Amount: $1
    • Current Returns: show conversion rate
    • Rate Total: conversion rate shown
  • Bank Details:
    • Bank Name: Access Bank
    • Account Number.
    • Account Name.
  • Review all details and click “Proceed” Screenshot2025 07 14232335 Pn
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Step 3: Confirm Transaction Details

  • Transaction Source:
    • Asset: USDC
    • Chain: Base (network)
    • Amount: 1 BASE (amount to send)
  • Bank Details (note slight discrepancies from previous screen):
    • Bank Name.
    • Account Number.
    • Account Name.
  • Click “Initiate Transaction” to proceed Screenshot2025 05 12010132 Pn

Two-Factor Authentication

  • For security, enter the 6-digit code from your authenticator app
  • The code is being requested for the account: [email protected]
  • Options:
    • “Close” to cancel
    • “Authorize Send” to complete the transaction after entering the code. Transaction complete and account gets credited in their default GBP/EUR account.
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