Key Takeaways
- MetaMask now supports fiat purchases of Solana (SOL) via payments partner Transak.
- The move follows the wallet’s native Solana integration earlier this month.
- MetaMask plans to add Bitcoin next as it expands beyond Ethereum.
Earlier this month, MetaMask integrated native support for the Solana blockchain, marking the first time the Ethereum-native wallet has expanded beyond Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) chains.
Now, MetaMask is building on that launch by enabling users to purchase SOL directly with fiat, thanks to a new on-ramp integration with Web3 payments provider Transak.
Fiat-to-SOL Support Now Live via Transak
The latest rollout, announced in a release shared with CCN, allows MetaMask users to buy SOL using debit/credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, bank transfers, and other local payment methods powered by Transak.
This simplifies access to the Solana ecosystem without requiring centralized exchanges or bridging assets from Ethereum.
Lorenzo Santos, Senior Product Manager at MetaMask, called it a significant milestone for the decentralized wallet service provider and a natural extension of their mission of making crypto accessible.
“Solana has become a core part of the Web3 conversation, and with Transak, our users can now effortlessly purchase SOL using their local currencies, simplifying the onboarding experience,” Santos added.
The fiat-to-SOL functionality is available directly within the MetaMask mobile app and browser extension. Users can create or import Solana accounts and manage them alongside their existing Ethereum wallets, all in one unified interface.
MetaMask’s Non-EVM Expansion
The initial Solana integration, released on July 8, was MetaMask’s first move toward a multi-chain future.
It allowed users to send, receive, swap, and interact with Solana dApps natively, signaling a strategic shift for MetaMask, long known as Ethereum’s most prominent self-custodial wallet.
MetaMask’s move to support non-EVM chains comes as user demand grows for simpler multi-chain experiences.
The company said more non-EVM networks are on the roadmap, aiming to eliminate the need for users to juggle multiple wallets for different ecosystems.
Solana Sees Surge in Adoption
Solana’s inclusion in MetaMask comes at a time of rising activity across its network.
In Q1 2025 alone, Solana averaged nearly 4 million monthly active addresses, trailing only Ethereum among Layer-1 chains.
Despite its growth, onboarding users to Solana has remained a barrier.
Transak addresses this challenge by offering localized fiat on-ramps with multi-tiered KYC requirements tailored to users’ jurisdictions and transaction sizes.
This approach is especially relevant in emerging markets with large unbanked populations.
“This is what Web3 was always meant to be—open, accessible, and chain-agnostic,” said Sami Start, CEO of Transak. “We’re proud to be building the infrastructure that brings this vision to life, starting with MetaMask and Solana.”
Bitcoin Support Coming Next
MetaMask has confirmed that Bitcoin (BTC) is next in line for native wallet integration.
As with Solana, Transak is expected to serve as the fiat bridge for BTC onboarding.
This broader expansion aligns with MetaMask’s goal of becoming a unified entry point for the multi-chain world, offering secure self-custody while lowering the barriers to entry for millions of users globally.
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