How to Swap BTC to SOL (Native Bitcoin to Solana)
Convert Bitcoin to Solana without wrapping BTC yourself or parking funds on an exchange. Native BTC in, canonical SOL out, ranked for best execution.
Quick answer
To swap BTC to SOL, use a non-custodial router that supports native Bitcoin, not only wrapped BTC. Pick BTC to SOL, check net output after costs, then finish the execution type the route returns. On RAVN you get canonical SOL on Solana. RAVN does not mint a bridge token for you.
Three ways people move BTC into Solana
- CEX convert. Deposit BTC, trade to SOL, withdraw. Simple, custodial, usually KYC.
- Wrap then bridge. Paths through wBTC, cbBTC, or lock-and-mint bridges. You often hold a representation of BTC along the way.
- Native cross-chain execution. Sell real BTC and receive real SOL through venue rails that settle the canonical asset.
RAVN is built for the third path. It never holds user funds and writes no settlement contracts of its own. Routes rank for best execution: net take-home after gas, speed when quotes are close, and gasless or firm RFQ when those still win. Not the flashiest headline number alone.
How to swap BTC to SOL on RAVN
- Open app.ravn.exchange (beta).
- Set from to Bitcoin (native BTC) and to to SOL on Solana.
- Enter the amount. Wait for the quote. Eligible venues are queried in parallel.
- Read the quote: expected SOL out, network costs on your side, and the winning route's execution type.
- Complete the flow:
- DEPOSIT: send BTC to the venue-generated address (common on native BTC and intent deposit rails).
- TRANSACTION: sign and broadcast the returned transaction when the winner settles on-chain.
- SIGNATURE: sign typed data off-chain when an RFQ-style route wins (more common on EVM same-chain legs than pure BTC).
- Track status until success. Confirm SOL in your Solana wallet (Phantom, Solflare, and similar).
Check the destination address and network. For this swap, SOL belongs on Solana mainnet.
Which venues compete on BTC to SOL
Winners change with size, market, and venue liveness. Integrators can call GET /health. In product terms:
- RaceNative BTC to SOL quotes race Garden Finance (HTLC), Relay, and NEAR Intents when the pair is eligible.
- NotJupiter Ultra is Solana same-chain only. It does not provide the BTC to SOL cross-chain quote on RAVN.
- SORRAVN queries eligible venues together and returns one normalized quote. You pick the outcome, not a single venue by hand.
CEX vs wrap vs RAVN
| Approach | Custody | Typical receive | Friction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centralized exchange | Yes while deposited | SOL after trade and withdraw | KYC, deposit and withdraw delays |
| Bridge or wrap path | Varies | Often wrapped or multi-hop assets | Bridge risk, extra steps |
| Instant CEX-style swap sites | Often temporary custody of the deposit | SOL if the pair settles cleanly | Opaque routing |
| RAVN | No RAVN custody | Canonical SOL via venue settlement | Wallet and network confirmations; beta |
Fees and what to check before you confirm
- Direct app users: zero RAVN markup. You still pay venue spread and any network costs the route needs.
- Integrator API: published route-based bps apply (native BTC is the highest tier). Fees appear in the quote.
- Always verify: quoted out amount, quote expiry, and destination as SOL on Solana.
If two quotes look close, prefer clearer net-after-cost math and a realistic fill time. That is best execution in practice.
Try it in the app
Live in beta. Parallel venues, best execution, canonical assets. RAVN never holds your funds.
FAQ
Can I swap BTC to SOL without KYC on RAVN?
RAVN is non-custodial. You use wallets and venue settlement rather than depositing into a RAVN account. Follow the laws where you live. Product is live in beta.
Do I receive wrapped SOL or a bridge token?
No. The goal is canonical SOL on Solana, the real destination asset, through independent venue rails. You should not end holding a RAVN-minted synthetic.
Is this the same as Ravencoin (RVN)?
No. RAVN is a cross-chain execution product. Ravencoin uses the ticker RVN. A search for BTC to RVN is a different asset.
How long does a BTC to SOL swap take?
It depends on Bitcoin confirmations, the winning venue, and network conditions. The quote and status in the app are the source of truth for a specific trade.
