Conversions between USDC and USD or PYUSD above a net $5 million threshold within a rolling 30-day period are subject to a 0.10% processing fee on the amount exceeding the threshold, with net conversion calculated by offsetting conversions in both directions.
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This provision primarily affects high-volume users, institutional clients, or business accounts converting large amounts between USDC and fiat. The net calculation methodology means that users who convert in both directions within the period may offset volumes and reduce or avoid the fee.
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View change record →⚠ Users who exceed the $5 million net conversion threshold within a rolling 30-day period are charged the 0.10% processing fee on the excess amount as stated in the fee schedule.
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Compare across platforms →"A 0.10% USDC processing fee is applied to any net conversion amount above a $5 million threshold within a 30-day rolling period. Your net conversion volume is calculated by subtracting the total amount of USD or PYUSD you convert to USDC from the total amount of USDC you convert to USD or PYUSD.Excerpt from Coinbase's Fee Schedule
REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: Stablecoin conversion fees and threshold-based fee structures for high-volume users may engage CFPB oversight of payment products and FinCEN reporting requirements for large-value transactions.
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This provision primarily affects high-volume users, institutional clients, or business accounts converting large amounts between USDC and fiat. The net calculation methodology means that users who convert in both directions within the period may offset volumes and reduce or avoid the fee.
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