Wirex Card

Wirex Card
Brand: Wirex
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Key features:

  • Card validity: Physical cards are valid for 3 years, while virtual cards remain active indefinitely unless compromised.

  • Crypto-fiat hybrid: Supports spending in multiple cryptocurrencies and traditional currencies.

  • Ease of use: Available for everyday spending both online and offline, with broad merchant acceptance.

Limitations to consider:

  • ~1.5% crypto conversion spread: A notable spread applies when converting crypto for transactions.

  • ATM limits: Only €200/month in fee-free ATM withdrawals; additional usage incurs charges.

  • Apple/Google Pay workaround: Native mobile wallet support requires using a third-party service like Curve.

  • Mandatory KYC: Full identity verification is required before the card can be activated or used.

Wirex Card is a solid option for users seeking flexibility between fiat and crypto, though it comes with trade-offs in conversion fees, ATM limits, and extra steps for mobile wallet integration.

Name Value
Network Issued on the Mastercard network by Transact Payments Malta Limited (regulated by MFSA), providing worldwide merchant and ATM access.
Card Type A hybrid debit card that lets you spend both cryptocurrencies and traditional currencies directly from your Wirex wallet—no borrowing, only your own funds.
Mobile Wallets Not natively supported—workaround via Curve enables both Apple Pay and Google Pay compatibility.
Funding Options Multiple funding channels: SEPA Instant & Credit transfers (up to €50 000/day), UK Faster Payments, US ACH, debit/credit card (via 0% markup), plus direct crypto deposits.
Stablecoin Onboarding Full support for over 150 crypto and stablecoin assets (e.g. USDT, USDC), auto-converting on transaction.
KYC Verification Full identity verification (ID document, selfie, phone) required before card issuance.
Cardholder Individual personal card linked to your Wirex user account.
Issuing Entity Transact Payments Malta Limited (Mastercard issuer, Malta).
Base Currency True multi-currency: hold and spend in EUR, USD, or GBP wallets.
Supported Cryptos Spend any of the 150+ assets on platform (including BTC, ETH, USDT, USDC).
Coverage Area Available in 150+ countries across EEA, UK, US, Canada, APAC and beyond.
FX Markup Zero markup on FX—uses Mastercard’s live interbank rate.
Crypto→EUR Funding Real-time “on-the-fly” conversion at point of sale.
Interest Rate Not a credit line—no interest applies.
Max Cashback Up to 8% “Cryptoback™” rewards in WXT tokens on the Elite plan.
Base Cashback 1% “Cryptoback™” in WXT tokens on the free plan.
Daily Spend Limit Customizable up to €30 000 per day for verified EU/EEA users.
ATM Fee (Variable) 0% up to €200/month; 2% on subsequent withdrawals.
Monthly ATM Cap Monthly ATM Cap
Free ATM Allowance Free ATM Allowance
Card Formats Both virtual and physical card options available via the app.
Bank Account Offered Bank Account Integration
Account Type E-money current account for SEPA, Faster Payments, ACH inbound/outbound.
Third-Party Receipts Accept direct incoming payments via IBAN or sort code.
Primary Region Live since 2018 on Visa and since 2021 on Mastercard; global footprint of 61 million acceptance points.
Custody Model Wirex retains custody of your crypto and fiat balances.
Physical Card Cost €5 standard shipping (EEA); €15 for express delivery.
Virtual Card Cost Instantly issued at no cost.
Conversion Spread Approximately 1.5% on crypto-to-fiat exchanges.
Transaction Fee Zero per-purchase fee—unlimited free transactions.
Total Crypto Cost ~1.5% all-in cost for crypto spends.
Instant Sell Yes—automatically converts crypto when you pay.
Spendable Fiat EUR, USD, GBP with 0% FX on any currency spend.
Deposit Fee No fee to deposit crypto; network fees apply.
BIN Not publicly disclosed.
Issue Country Malta.
Validity Physical: 3 years; virtual: indefinite until compromised.
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