Key Highlights
BitPay now fully supports the Solana blockchain, allowing users to buy, store, and spend SOL and Solana-based stablecoins like USDC and USDT.
- Merchants gain access to one of the largest and most active crypto ecosystems.
- Solana is gaining traction with global payment giants like Visa, Fiserv, and PayPal.
- BitPay, a leading crypto payments processor, announced Solana support in a recent press release.
Users can now buy, store, and spend stablecoins on Solana such as USDC and USDT, while merchants gain access to one of the fastest-growing crypto networks.
BitPay Adds Full Solana Support
BitPay has now fully integrated with the Solana network, enabling both users and merchants to utilize Solana through the BitPay Wallet and merchant platform.
Notably, stablecoins now account for nearly 40% of BitPay’s total payment volume in 2025. Solana’s low transaction fees for stablecoin transfers may help grow that share even faster.
Solana is not only home to one of the most passionate and active crypto communities, it’s also becoming a major network for stablecoins,
said Bill Zielke, Chief Marketing Officer at BitPay.
He added that since 2021, BitPay has led the way in stablecoin payments, and with Solana support, both consumers and merchants now have faster and more affordable ways to send, spend, and receive digital assets.
What Can Users Do with Solana in BitPay?
With Solana support in the BitPay Wallet, users can:
- Spend Solana anywhere – Use SOL, USDC, or USDT to shop at BitPay merchants, buy gift cards from over 250 major brands, or pay bills directly in-app.
- Buy Solana assets – Easily purchase SOL, USDC, USDT, and other Solana tokens at competitive rates.
- Store securely – Keep Solana alongside Bitcoin, Ethereum, and others in BitPay’s non-custodial multi-chain wallet.
- Withdraw quickly – Convert SOL or stablecoins directly to bank accounts, debit cards, or PayPal.
- Swap tokens easily – Exchange Solana tokens or stablecoins for other supported cryptocurrencies.
- Send and receive instantly – Enjoy fast, low-fee Solana transactions globally.
Solana for Seamless Payments and Daily Commerce
Solana users can now pay bills and shop with BitPay merchants using wallets like Phantom, Solflare, and Backpack. Merchants get access to a fast-growing crypto community without any additional setup.
Merchant support for direct Solana payments is on the roadmap, enabling businesses to benefit from faster and cheaper transactions in future updates.
BitPay highlights that Solana’s lightning-fast speed, low costs, and developer-friendly design make it ideal for real-world crypto payments and app development. Its expanding ecosystem spans DeFi, NFTs, and now, thanks to BitPay, everyday commerce.
Solana’s Expanding Role in Global Payment Platforms
Solana’s speed and affordability make it a top choice for payment platforms. It is already part of Visa’s stablecoin settlement network, while payment giant Fiserv is preparing to launch a bank-focused stablecoin on Solana.
Solana is also gaining traction in consumer-facing crypto payments. PayPal’s “Pay with Crypto” feature now allows U.S. merchants to accept over 100 cryptocurrencies, including Solana and Solana-based stablecoins.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most common questions below.
BitPay now supports SOL, USDC, and USDT on the Solana blockchain for buying, storing, spending, and withdrawals.
Yes, merchants can now accept payments in SOL and Solana-based stablecoins. Full merchant-facing Solana support is rolling out gradually.
Solana offers fast transaction speeds, low fees, and increasing integration with platforms like Visa, Fiserv, and PayPal—making it ideal for real-world payments.
This article is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be, and should not be construed as, legal or investment advice. Crypto-assets are highly volatile, so only invest funds that you are willing to lose and use your own research and risk management.
