Lucas in Brazil uses cash to buy bitcoin for international transfers

“Bitcoin vouchers are so easy to use. I can buy one with cash and redeem it to my bitcoin wallet right away.”

“How can I send cash from Brazil to my sister in Europe?”

Lucas from Blumenau has a problem that many can relate to. He wants to send money to his sister studying in Europe. But sending cash through traditional methods is, as he says, "slow and expensive." For Lucas, there’s a better way. “I use cash to buy bitcoinGo to /learn/articles/how-to-buy-bitcoin-btc page which I can then send instantly to my sister.”

Instead of dealing with long waits and high fees, Lucas discovered a way to use bitcoinGo to /learn/articles/what-is-bitcoin-how-does-it-work-and-how-do-i-use-it page for international transfers. "It's a little bit of a hassle to use traditional services," Lucas admits. But with bitcoin, the process becomes straightforward and quicker. He found that the speed and efficiency of bitcoin make it much easier for him to support his sister abroad.

Every time Lucas needs to send money to his sister, he buys a little bit of bitcoin. “I order an Azteco bitcoin voucherGo to /learn/articles/what-are-azteco-bitcoin-vouchers page online and pay with cash at a store or a bank. It’s so convenient.” This method saves him time and reduces the fees associated with international money transfers.

“Money transfer services are slow and expensive, especially if you want to send cash”

“Using traditional money transfer services is slow and expensive,” says Lucas. For those who need to send money quickly, waiting several days isn’t practical. He often faced delays and unexpected fees when using these services. “Sending cash through banks was a nightmare.”

Lucas prefers to use bitcoin because it avoids these issues. “With bitcoin, I can send money instantly,” he explains. This immediacy is crucial for Lucas, as it ensures that his sister receives the support she needs without delays. He finds many bitcoin benefitsGo to /learn/articles/bitcoin-benefits-pros-cons-and-advantages page for his situation, especially in terms of speed and cost-effectiveness.

In particular, using bitcoin eliminates the worry of high fees eating into the amount he sends. “It's relief knowing that most of the money I send reaches my sister,” Lucas notes. With traditional services, a significant portion of the funds would be lost to fees. But with bitcoin, he can send money confidently, knowing it will arrive quickly and without excessive charges.

“Azteco bitcoin vouchers are easy to buy with cash and then I can send bitcoin to my sister”

One of the tools Lucas uses for his international transfers is an Azteco bitcoin voucherGo to /learn/articles/what-are-azteco-bitcoin-vouchers page. “Bitcoin vouchers are so easy to use. I can buy one with cash and redeem it to my bitcoin walletGo to /wallets page right away.” This simplicity is a big part of why Lucas prefers this method over others.

He mentions that using cash to buy bitcoin through these vouchers makes the process even more accessible. “It's a bit like buying a gift card,” Lucas says. You purchase the voucher with cash and then redeem it to your bitcoin wallet. This method is not only quick but also secure, making it ideal for his needs.

For Lucas, the ability to buy bitcoinGo to /learn/articles/how-to-buy-bitcoin-btc page with cash is particularly important. “It’s so much easier and cheaper than using money transfer services,” he explains. “By avoiding the traditional banking system, I can support my sister more effectively.”

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