Unstaking LBTC for BTC.b

A comprehensive guide for unstaking LBTC to receive BTC.b.

Overview

This guide walks you through unstaking LBTC (Lombard Staked Bitcoin) into BTC.b. The process involves a 7-9 day unbonding period, after which BTC.b automatically arrives in your wallet.

Introduction

Unstaking LBTC to BTC.b provides the simplest exit path from staked Bitcoin. Unlike unstaking to native BTC which requires managing Bitcoin addresses and wallets, choosing BTC.b as your destination means tokens arrive directly in your connected EVM wallet after the unbonding period.

During this period, your LBTC is burned and the withdrawal is processed. The advantage is that your exchange rate includes all accumulated yield, meaning you'll receive more BTC.b than the BTC you originally staked.

How to unstake LBTC to BTC.b:

1. Connect and configure your network: Navigate to https://www.lombard.finance/app/ and connect your EVM wallet. Access the unstaking interface Click "LBTC Staking" in the sidebar, then select the "Unstake" tab.

2. Configure your unstake Enter your LBTC amount, select your destination:

3. Katana Tatara - for BTC.b on Katana

4. Bitcoin - for native BTC (different process, requires Bitcoin wallet)

Selecting Katana or Monad means BTC.b will arrive directly in your connected wallet after unbonding. The Bitcoin option is for users who want native BTC and have a Bitcoin wallet configured.

1. Preview and confirm Click "Preview" to see your transaction details including the exact BTC.b amount you'll receive.Confirm the transaction in your wallet.

2. Receive BTC.b! BTC.b will appear automatically in your wallet after the uns, no extra steps needed.

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FAQ:

Can I speed up the 7-9 day unbonding? No. This is a Babylon protocol requirement that cannot be accelerated, regardless of amount or destination. It's the same whether unstaking to BTC.b or native Bitcoin.

Why do I receive more BTC.b than LBTC unstaked? The exchange rate includes all your accumulated staking yield. The longer you staked, the more yield you earned, resulting in more BTC.b.

What happens if I disconnect my wallet during unbonding? Nothing, the process continues automatically. BTC.b will arrive in your wallet address after the period completes.

Can I cancel an unstaking in progress? No. Once initiated, the unstaking cannot be reversed. Your LBTC is burned immediately and the process must complete.

Do I need gas tokens to receive BTC.b? Gas is required to process the unstake transaction. This will be taken at the time the unstake transaction is submitted.

What's the minimum unstaking amount? There's no enforced minimum, but consider gas costs. Very small amounts might not be economical after transaction fees.