To transfer Avalanche (AVAX) from MetaMask to Kraken, you must first copy the AVAX deposit address to Kraken.
After copying the AVAX deposit address, launch MetaMask and click “Submit“.
Paste the AVAX address you copied from the Kraken exchange.
Enter the amount and click “Next“.
Finally, click “Confirm“.
Processing your AVAX withdrawal from MetaMask to Kraken typically takes 1 to 5 minutes to complete. However, it can take longer if the network is congested.
To transfer AVAX from MetaMask to Kraken, a gas tax of ~0.05000 AVAX. Gas tariffs always vary based on blockchain congestion.
There are two ways to send Avalanche (AVAX) from MetaMask to Kraken:
- Steps to transfer Avalanche (AVAX) from MetaMask to Kraken
- Steps to transfer Avalanche (AVAX) from MetaMask mobile application to Kraken Mobile
Steps to transfer Avalanche (AVAX) from MetaMask to Kraken
1. Find AVAX
Log in to your Kraken account.
Then, click on the “Funding” option at the top of the webpage.
Now you will be able to see two options, namely Deposit and Withdraw at the top right of the web page.
Since you are depositing Avalanche (AVAX) from MetaMask to Kraken, click “Deposit“.
By clicking on Deposit you will be directed to the Deposit window. Here you can find AVAX using the search box provided.
Once you find AVAX, tap on it.
2. Copy the AVAX deposit address to Kraken
After tapping on AVAX, you will land on the Deposits and Withdrawals page.
Kraken only supports AVAX deposits via avalanche C-Chain Network.
You will now be able to see the AVAX deposit address along with a QR code.
Click the “copy” icon.
In case you cannot see the AVAX deposit address, there must be a “Generate a deposit address” button. Click on it.
Note: The minimum deposit limit of AVAX in Kraken is 0.50000 AVAX.
3. Open the MetaMask and click “Submit“
Open the MetaMask wallet extension.
Enter your password to unlock it.
Make sure you are on the Avalanche network. Otherwise, you need to switch networks.
If you haven’t added Avalanche Network to MetaMask, you need to add it.
In MetaMask, you will find options, such as Buy, Send and Trade just below your AVAX balance.
Click on “Submit“.
4. Paste the AVAX deposit address and enter the amount
When you click Send, the Send window appears.
You need to paste the Kraken AVAX deposit address that you copied in step 2.
Then, enter the amount of AVAX you want to send.
Finally, click “Next“.
5. Click “Confirm“
After clicking Next, you can view the details of the gas tariff.
Review it and once you’re okay with the gas tax, click “Confirm.
Otherwise, wait a few seconds to get the new gas tax.
That’s all. You have successfully transferred AVAX from MetaMask to Kraken.
6. Check recent transfers
To see recent transactions, go to the Activity tab in your MetaMask wallet.
To see recent transactions in Kraken, you need to take a look at the right side of the Deposits and Withdrawals window.
Steps to transfer Avalanche (AVAX) from MetaMask mobile application to Kraken mobile application
1. Find AVAX in Kraken
Launch the Kraken mobile application.
Then, tap on the Deposit/Withdraw icon at the bottom of the screen.
Now, Kraken shows you more options that include Buy, Sell, Convert, Deposit and Withdraw.
Since you are transferring Avalanche (AVAX) from MetaMask to Kraken, you need to tap on “Deposit“.
After tapping Deposit, a deposit page will appear.
Here, you need to find the Avalanche crypto asset (AVAX). You can use the search box to find it.
2. Copy the AVAX deposit address
Once you find AVAX, you need to tap on it.
You will now be able to see the AVAX deposit address.
Please note that Kraken only supports AVAX deposits via Avalanche C-Chain.
You can scan the QR code or simply tap on the “copy” icon.
3. Open the MetaMask and tap “Send“
Start the MetaMask application.
Switch to Avalanche Network in MetaMask. If you haven’t added Avalanche Network to MetaMask, you need to add it first.
Once you are inside the MetaMask, you will see options, such as Buy, Send and Trade just below your AVAX balance.
You have to tap on “Send“.
4. Paste the AVAX deposit address and enter the amount
After tapping Send, the Send To window will appear.
This is where you need to paste the AVAX deposit address that you copied in step 2.
Tap “Next”.
Now, enter the amount of AVAX you want to send to Kraken.
Then, tap on “Next“.
5. Tap “Send“
After tapping “Next”, the Confirmation window will open.
You can view the gas tax there.
Review the details of the gas tariff.
Finally, tap on “Send”.
6. Check recent transfers
To see recent transfers in the MetaMask application, you need to tap Avalanche (AVAX) under Tokens.
To see recent transfers in the Kraken application, you need to tap on the “Pie” icon at the bottom of the screen.
Then, tap on “Transaction History“.
conclusion
To send Avalanche (AVAX) from MetaMask to Kraken, all you need is the Kraken AVAX depot address and enough AVAX in MetaMask.
Make sure the right mesh is selected on both sides.
Always be careful when copying paste the address. If you enter an incorrect address, you will lose your cryptocurrency.