How to deposit via wire — Wise

This quick guide shows you exactly how to wire USD from your Wi account to Backpack

Overview

Item

Currency

USD via SWIFT

Minimum Deposit

100 USD

Processing Time

Typically 1–3 business days


Prerequisites

Ensure you have:

  • Wise account and available funding method

  • Backpack Exchange wire details (SWIFT, IBAN, Account Name, Reference Code)


Step-by-Step Guide

1. Get Your Backpack Wire Details

  • Select Cash (USD)Wire Transfer → click Continue.

Copy:

  • SWIFT/BIC

  • IBAN/Account Number

  • Account Name

  • Reference Code


2. Send USD via Wise

  • Log in to your Wise account (website or app).

  • Click on the green "Send Money" button.

  • On the "How much would you like to send?" screen, choose your Source currency (local currency or USD if funded) and set the Target currency to USD.

  • Click Continue.

  • Select "Business or Charity" recipient (required as Backpack is a business).

  • On the New recipient screen, select Bank account details.

  • Set the Country of bank to United Kingdom.

  • Enter Backpack’s Beneficiary Name, IBAN, and SWIFT/BIC.

  • In the Payment reference / Message field, paste your Backpack Reference Code.

  • Choose your payment method, review fees, and click Send to complete the transfer.


4. Track Your Deposit

  • Wise will display real-time status updates: Processing → Sent.

  • Funds usually appear in your Backpack account within 1–3 business days.

  • If the transfer hasn't been credited after 3 business days, contact Wise and Backpack Support with your wire details.


🎉 Great work! Your deposit is on its way.

If you encounter any issues, our support team is available 24/7. Contact us at [email protected], and please include your wire details for quicker assistance.