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Optimism (OP) is a leading Ethereum Layer 2 network that dramatically reduces transaction fees and speeds. The OP token is used for governance of the Optimism Collective and is listed on both Bitget and Bybit.
Crypto is not banned in Tanzania. The Bank of Tanzania (BOT) has not issued comprehensive crypto regulation, placing it in a legal grey zone. P2P trading via M-Pesa and Tigo Pesa is widely practised. Use regulated international exchanges and stay informed on any BOT policy updates.
This guide shows how to buy Optimism (OP) in Tanzania using TZS on Bitget or Bybit.
✓ Network: OP Mainnet (ERC-20) | ✓ Withdrawal fee: ~$0.01 | ✓ Transfer time: 1-3 minutes
Steps to Buy Optimism in Tanzania
- Create an account on Bitget or Bybit. Complete KYC (5-10 minutes).
- Buy USDT via P2P: P2P Trading → Buy → USDT → TZS → pick a seller accepting M-Pesa, Tigo Pesa, bank transfer. Fee: 0%.
- Swap to OP: Spot Trading → OP/USDT → market buy. Executes instantly. Fee: 0.1%.
- Your OP is now in your account wallet.
Total Cost
| Step | Action | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | TZS → USDT (P2P) | 0% |
| 2 | USDT → OP (Spot) | 0.1% |
| Total | Full OP purchase | ~0.1% |