In a landmark move set to reshape global access to digital assets, VALR and MoonPay have announced the successful integration of their platforms as of 28 May 2025. This partnership enables seamless fiat-to-crypto transactions across more than 180 countries, delivering improved accessibility to individuals and institutions worldwide. The integration supports 34 fiat currencies including KES, NGN, IDR, TRY, BRL, and TWD via a wide range of payment methods such as credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, and Venmo.
Bridging the Gap in Emerging Markets
The VALR x MoonPay integration directly addresses critical barriers in global crypto adoption, particularly in regions where banking infrastructure is underdeveloped or overly restrictive. VALR, Africa’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trade volume, now opens its ecosystem of 1.3 million users and over 1,300 corporate clients to MoonPay’s global on-ramp infrastructure. This collaboration extends VALR’s mission of financial inclusion, enabling users in regions like Africa, Asia, and Latin America to gain easier access to stablecoins and cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin using local currencies and familiar payment systems.

Commenting on the launch, VALR Co-Founder and CEO Farzam Ehsani stated, “We are thrilled to partner with MoonPay to enhance our platform’s accessibility for users worldwide. This integration empowers our global community with efficient access to cryptocurrencies, aligning with VALR’s vision of building a financial system that reflects the oneness of humanity.”
Diverse Payment and Currency Support
With 34 fiat currencies currently supported, the integration significantly broadens the spectrum of users who can now participate in the crypto economy. The inclusion of digital wallets and alternative payment options like PayPal and Venmo makes the platform especially appealing to digitally native populations. These streamlined processes remove the friction that traditionally accompanies fiat-to-crypto conversions, allowing users to purchase digital assets with greater ease and speed.

MoonPay CEO Ivan Soto-Wright highlighted the importance of this collaboration in pushing forward global adoption. “We believe the future of money is crypto, and our goal is to make it easy for everyone to participate in this new digital economy. Partnering with VALR to broaden access to stablecoins and other tokens is an exciting step toward our shared mission of global crypto adoption, empowering users in Africa and beyond to hold value on-chain.”
Infrastructure and Regulatory Confidence
The integration comes with not only enhanced usability but also a strong foundation of regulatory clarity. VALR’s platform, supported by Research Capital, benefits from regulatory approval from the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) in South Africa, as well as oversight from European and Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA). These approvals offer increased confidence for users and institutional investors alike.

Users on VALR can now seamlessly combine fiat on-ramps with an advanced suite of features including spot trading, futures, crypto staking, lending, and over-the-counter (OTC) services, all enriched by MoonPay’s robust and scalable infrastructure. With MoonPay bringing its network of over 30 million verified users into the fold, this partnership sets a new standard for global crypto accessibility.
A New Era of Financial Access
The VALR and MoonPay partnership is more than a technical integration, it’s a bold step toward a more inclusive financial future. By combining the reach and trust of MoonPay’s fiat infrastructure with VALR’s stronghold in Africa and emerging markets, the integration is poised to drive mass crypto adoption globally. As user-friendly on-ramps become essential to entering the crypto economy, this collaboration makes digital asset ownership not just possible, but practical, for millions worldwide.