How to Buy Tether Gold (XAUt) in 2026
Tether Gold (XAUt) lets you own physical gold through a crypto token. One XAUt equals one fine troy ounce of gold, and you don’t have to buy a whole ounce: the token can be split down to 0.000001 XAUt. In this guide, you’ll find the current XAUt price, how to buy it with a card or by swapping crypto, and what to check before you buy.
Quick facts
- Asset: Tether Gold (XAUt)
- Backing: 1 XAUt = 1 fine troy ounce of gold on an LBMA Good Delivery bar
- Issuer: TG Commodities, S.A. de C.V. (Tether Gold)
- Launched: 2020
- Networks: Ethereum (ERC-20) and BNB Chain (BEP-20)
- Smallest unit: 0.000001 XAUt
What Is Tether Gold (XAUt)?
Tether Gold is a token backed by physical gold. Each XAUt represents ownership of one fine troy ounce of gold on a specific bar that meets the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) Good Delivery standard. The gold is stored in a vault in Switzerland.
XAUt combines the value of gold with the convenience of crypto: you can buy a small fraction of an ounce, send it to any wallet in minutes and trade it 24/7. Tether Gold doesn’t charge custody fees for holding the token. The issuer charges a one-time 0.25% fee only when you buy directly from it or redeem tokens for gold.
How Does XAUt Work?
XAUt is issued as an ERC-20 token on Ethereum and a BEP-20 token on BNB Chain. Each token is allocated to gold in a specific bar, so the supply of XAUt is always matched by physical gold.
You can redeem XAUt for real gold, but only in whole bars. A Good Delivery bar can weigh up to about 430 troy ounces, so the issuer recommends depositing 430 XAUt for a redemption. You can take delivery of the bar at an address in Switzerland or ask the issuer to sell it and receive US dollars. Both options require identity verification and a 0.25% fee. Most holders never redeem: they simply sell or swap XAUt on the market in any amount.
On some other networks, such as TON and Solana, you may see XAUt0. It’s an omnichain version of Tether Gold backed by XAUt locked on Ethereum. XAUt0 has its own token contracts, so check which version your wallet or exchange supports before you send.
Tether Gold (XAUt) Price and Market Data
XAUt Price Today
The XAUt price follows the spot price of gold per troy ounce. In late September 2026, 1 XAUt traded at about $4,270. When gold goes up or down, XAUt moves with it.
Because crypto markets never close, XAUt trades 24/7, including weekends when traditional gold markets are closed. At those times, the XAUt price can move slightly away from the last spot gold price and usually catches up when the gold market reopens.
XAUt Market Overview
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | ≈ $4,270 per XAUt (1 troy ounce of gold) |
| Market cap | ≈ $2.66 billion |
| 24h trading volume | ≈ $217 million |
| Circulating supply | ≈ 622,800 XAUt, or about 19.4 tonnes of gold |
| All-time high | ≈ $5,505 |
| Networks | Ethereum (ERC-20), BNB Chain (BEP-20) |
Data as of September 2026, from CoinGecko.
How to Buy Tether Gold (XAUt)
There are four main ways to buy XAUt:
- In a wallet app with a card, Apple Pay or Google Pay: the easiest option for beginners.
- By swapping crypto you already hold, for example USDT or ETH.
- On a crypto exchange that lists XAUt, then withdrawing it to your wallet.
- Directly from Tether Gold: only for large amounts, starting from 50 XAUt.
Buy XAUt Without an Exchange in Walletverse
You can buy XAUt with fiat right in the Walletverse app, and the tokens go straight to your self-custody wallet.
- Download Walletverse. Install the app on iOS or Android and create a new wallet or open an existing one.
- Select Tether Gold (XAUt). Open the Buy section and choose XAUt.
- Choose your fiat currency. Enter the amount you want to spend in USD, EUR or another supported currency.
- Select a payment method. Pay with a credit or debit card, Apple Pay or Google Pay, depending on what’s available in your region.
- Review the quote. Check how much XAUt you’ll receive, the exchange rate and the provider fee.
- Complete the purchase. Confirm the payment. Once it’s processed, XAUt will appear in your Walletverse wallet.
Available currencies and payment methods depend on your country and the payment provider. If you pay in the same currency as your card, you can avoid extra conversion charges from your bank.
Swap Crypto for XAUt
Already have USDT, USDC or ETH? Swap them for XAUt in Walletverse with the built-in DEX aggregator:
- Open Swap.
- Choose the token you have and select XAUt as the token you want.
- Check the rate, the fee and the network.
- Confirm the swap.
You’ll need a small amount of the network’s coin to pay the gas fee: ETH on Ethereum or BNB on BNB Chain. Want to go the other way? See how to swap XAUt to USDT, XAUt to BTC or XAUt to ETH.
Buy XAUt on an Exchange
- Buy XAUt on an exchange that lists it.
- In your wallet, open XAUt, tap Receive and copy your address.
- On the exchange, choose Withdraw and select the same network as your wallet address: Ethereum (ERC-20) or BNB Chain (BEP-20).
- For large amounts, send a small test amount first.
Buy Directly from Tether Gold
Tether Gold sells XAUt directly, but only for large purchases: the minimum is 50 XAUt, which is about $213,000 at late-September 2026 prices. You’ll need to pass identity verification and pay a verification fee, and all purchases are made in US dollars. US persons can’t buy or redeem XAUt directly from the issuer.
XAUt Purchase Fees
The total cost of buying XAUt can include:
- the current gold price;
- the exchange rate or spread;
- the payment provider fee;
- card or bank charges, if any;
- the network fee in ETH or BNB when you move or swap XAUt;
- a 0.25% fee if you buy directly from Tether Gold.
Walletverse shows the full quote before you confirm, so compare the final amount of XAUt you’ll receive, not just the market price.
Do I Need KYC to Buy XAUt?
It depends on how you buy. When you pay with fiat in Walletverse, the payment provider may ask you to verify your identity, depending on your country and the amount. Walletverse itself is a self-custody wallet and doesn’t hold your funds. Buying directly from Tether Gold always requires verification.
Why Buy XAUt with Walletverse?
- Self-custody. XAUt goes to your own wallet, not to an exchange account.
- Buy and store in one app. No need to buy on an exchange and then withdraw to your wallet.
- Several payment options. Cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay where supported.
- 700+ crypto assets. Keep XAUt alongside the rest of your portfolio.
- Mobile security. Passcode and biometric protection for your wallet.
Where to Keep XAUt After You Buy It
You can keep XAUt in any wallet that supports ERC-20 or BEP-20 tokens. After buying it in Walletverse, you can:
- store XAUt in your self-custody wallet;
- send it to another wallet on the same network;
- receive XAUt using your Walletverse address or QR code;
- swap it for other supported crypto;
- track its value alongside the rest of your portfolio.
FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers
Tether Gold can be a valuable investment, especially for those looking to combine the stability of gold with the flexibility of cryptocurrency.
XAUt is available for purchase on major cryptocurrency exchanges that support ERC-20 tokens and can also be bought directly through some wallet platforms, like Walletverse crypto wallet.
Tether coins like USDT and XAUt are used to combine the stability of traditional currencies or commodities with the efficiency of digital blockchain technology, providing a stable means of transaction and investment.
The easiest way to buy XAUt is in the Walletverse app. Open the Buy section and select Tether Gold (XAUt). Enter the amount and choose a card, Apple Pay or Google Pay. Review the quote and confirm the payment. The tokens go straight to your self-custody wallet. If you already hold crypto such as USDT or ETH, you can swap it for XAUt in Walletverse instead.
There are four main ways to buy Tether Gold. You can buy it with fiat in a wallet app like Walletverse or swap crypto you already hold for it. You can also buy it on a crypto exchange that lists XAUt and withdraw it to your wallet. The last option is to buy directly from Tether Gold, but only for large amounts starting from 50 XAUt, with identity verification. For most people, Walletverse is the simplest option: you can buy a fraction of an ounce and keep it in your own wallet.
