🔄 Existing Binance Users: ZAR → USDT → NowPayments
1. Deposit ZAR into Binance
- Log in: Go to binance.com → Enter email/password.
- Navigate to Wallet:
- Click "Wallet" at the top menu → Select "Fiat & Spot".
- Deposit Funds:
- Click "Deposit" → Search for "ZAR" → Choose your deposit method (Bank Transfer or Card).
- For bank transfers:
- Follow the instructions to send ZAR from your bank account to Binance’s provided details.
- Processing time: 5–25 minutes (up to 24 hours for some banks).
⚠️ Double-check bank details! Incorrect entries may delay deposits.
2. Buy USDT with ZAR
- Go to Trading Interface: Click "Trade" → Select "Classic" view.
- Search for USDT/ZAR Pair: Type "USDT/ZAR" in the search bar → Click the pair.
- Purchase USDT:
- Under "Buy USDT", enter the amount (minimum $15 equivalent in ZAR).
- Select "Market" order for instant execution → Confirm transaction (fee: 0.1%).
💡 Refresh your wallet balance if USDT doesn’t appear immediately.
3. Send USDT via NowPayments
- Get NowPayments Address:
- On the merchant site, click the NowPayments widget → Choose USDT → Copy the BEP20 address.
- Withdraw from Binance:
- Go to "Wallet" → "Fiat & Spot" → "Withdraw" → Select "USDT".
- Paste the BEP20 address → Enter amount → Confirm network is BEP20.
- Complete 2FA verification → Submit (network fee: ~$0.10).
⚠️ Never use the ERC20/other networks for NowPayments! Only use the BEP20 network.
🆕 New Binance Users: Full Setup & Investment
1. Create Binance Account
- Register:
- Visit binance.com → Click "Register".
- Enter email → Create a strong password (mix of letters, numbers, symbols).
- Agree to terms → Click "Create Account" → Verify email via confirmation link.
2. Identity Verification
- Start Verification:
- Log in → Click Profile icon → Go to "Verification".
- Select "Personal" → Choose country (South Africa).
- Upload Documents:
- Take clear photos of your ID (passport, driver’s license, or national ID).
- Complete facial recognition in a well-lit area.
💡 Verification approval usually takes 10–20 minutes.
3. Enable 2FA Security
- Setup Google Authenticator:
- Download Google Authenticator (<<iOS>> / <<Android>>).
- On Binance: Go to "Security" → "2FA" → Click "Enable" next to Google Authenticator.
- Scan the QR code with the app → Enter the 6-digit code to confirm.
4. Deposit ZAR & Invest
- First Deposit:
- Go to "Wallet" → "Fiat & Spot" → "Deposit" → Select "ZAR".
- Follow bank transfer instructions (initial deposit limit:Â R2,000).
- Buy & Send USDT: Follow Steps 2–3 in the Existing Users Guide above.
⏱️ Total setup time: 30–60 minutes (including verification).
🔑 Essential Tips
🔒 Always double-check the first/last characters of crypto addresses.📸 Keep screenshots of transaction IDs and NowPayments confirmations.