Based Cash
Spend Everywhere.
Deposit crypto, tap to pay anywhere Visa is accepted, and earn rewards on your USD balance.
Features
Your crypto, ready to spend
Deposit Crypto
Deposit crypto or stablecoins into Based Cash for spending.
Spend Anywhere
Tap into your crypto to pay for everyday items anywhere in the world, wherever Visa is accepted.
Earn Rewards on USD Balance
Put your idle dollars to work and earn rewards on the balance you keep.
Cards
Spend Crypto Anywhere
Two cards. Pick the one that matches how you spend.
Premium
Built for everyday spending
2% cashback
Paid in $BASED on eligible spend
Up to $10 AI rebate
OpenAI and Anthropic subscriptions
1.5% FX markup
On non-USD spends
Plastic card
DHL shipping fee of $30–$100 applies. Varies by location.
10,000
BASED lock-up for 21 days required.
Card FAQ
What are the supported countries?
You can sign up as long as your country isn't on the restricted list. See the full list of supported countries or check here.
Are there any top-up fees?
No, there are no top-up fees for USDT and USDC.
Can I still qualify for the perks if I unstake my tokens?
If you unstake your tokens, you can keep using your Based card until it expires, but you'll no longer receive card benefits such as cashback.
How do the rebates work?
Rebates are processed automatically, as long as the subscription is charged directly to the merchant (Netflix, YouTube, Spotify, Anthropic, OpenAI).
More questions? Check out our full FAQ.
Based Cash questions
- What is Based Cash?
- Based Cash is Based's crypto spending product with a Visa debit card. You can fund your card account with supported assets and use its balance for eligible everyday purchases.
- Where can I use the Based Cash card?
- The Based Visa debit card can be used at merchants that accept Visa, subject to the card terms, available balance and transaction restrictions. Card availability depends on your country of residence.
- How do I fund Based Cash?
- Use the Based interface to top up your card account with supported assets. Check the deposit instructions for the supported asset and network before sending funds. Your card account balance is used to pay for card transactions.
- Does the Based Cash card require identity verification?
- Yes. The Based Visa debit card requires successful identity verification. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and reside in a jurisdiction where the card is offered, as set out in the card terms.
- Do all Based Cash card tiers have the same benefits?
- No. Benefits and eligibility requirements vary by card tier. Review the card comparison and current terms for your chosen tier. Promotional rewards have separate conditions and may change.