Johannesburg, South Africa, December 15th, 2025, Chainwire
VALR, the largest crypto exchange in Africa by trade volume, today announced its integration with Checkout.com, one of the world’s premier global payment providers. This partnership enables VALR’s international customers to fund their accounts and purchase cryptocurrencies seamlessly using local currencies and familiar payment methods, including credit and debit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay.
The integration expands VALR’s on- and off-ramp capabilities, allowing users outside South Africa to buy Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and more instantly, without the friction of traditional bank transfers. Supporting over 150 fiat currencies, deposits and purchases are credited in stablecoins such as USDC, or any other selected crypto asset. Customers benefit from instant purchases, with crypto credited directly to their VALR wallet in seconds; local currency support for seamless conversions; familiar convenience through everyday payment methods; and enhanced security powered by Checkout.com’s regulated infrastructure alongside VALR’s industry-grade protections.
“This partnership with Checkout.com represents a significant step in democratising access to crypto, empowering individuals worldwide to participate in a more inclusive financial system,” said Badi Sudhakaran, Chief Product Officer of VALR. “By enabling instant deposits and purchases via a wide range of local currencies via trusted methods like cards and digital wallets, we’re simplifying the entry into crypto and aligning with our vision of a just financial future that bridges traditional and digital economies for the benefit of all humanity.”
About VALR
Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Johannesburg, VALR is backed by leading investors including Pantera Capital, Coinbase Ventures, and Fidelity’s F-Prime Capital. As a global crypto exchange, VALR offers a comprehensive suite of products—including Spot Trading, Spot Margin, Perpetual Futures, Staking, Crypto Bundles, Lending, Borrowing, OTC services, VALR Invest, and VALR Pay. Licensed by South Africa’s FSCA and with regulatory approval in Europe, VALR serves over 1.5 million users and 1,800 corporate and institutional clients worldwide. The exchange is dedicated to advancing a just financial future that upholds human dignity and the unity of mankind. For more information, visit valr.com.
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