Guide

How to Get a Virtual Dollar Card with Crypto in Nigeria

Monica supports virtual dollar cards funded directly from your crypto balance. The flow: deposit crypto, fund card, spend internationally. No naira-USD conversion friction at point of use.

This guide covers card setup, funding mechanics, supported merchants, and how to handle subscriptions.

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Monica Knowledge TeamLast updated: 14 July 2026 • 5 min read
Start with Monica

1Activate your virtual card

In the Monica app, navigate to Cards. Tap Get Virtual Card. Activation is instant for verified accounts.

2Fund the card

From your Monica balance. The card holds USD.

3Use the card

Works on most international merchants Netflix, Spotify, Apple, Google, Amazon, Uber, AWS, etc. Standard 16-digit virtual card with CVV.

4Manage subscriptions

Use the card-management screen to pause, lock, or freeze. Subscription billing is reliable as long as the card is funded.

Questions people ask

How do I activate?

One tap in the Monica app for verified accounts.

Funding source?

Crypto balance or naira balance. Both work.

Where can I use it?

Most international merchants accepting Visa/Mastercard.

Fees?

Card-specific fees may apply see /cards page for current schedule.

Apply this with Monica.cash

0% conversion fee, within 60s of confirmation payouts, 7 coins, all banks. Built for the Nigerian use cases this guide covers.

Get the app

Scan with your phone camera.

Point your camera at the code and tap the link that pops up. It takes you to the right store for your phone.

Free on iOS and Android

monica.cash/app