Welcome to this step-by-step guide on how to pay your Sequence invoices in Bitcoin (BTC) through the Lightning Network (LN) when your funds originate in Bybit. Since Bybit does not support direct Lightning deposits or withdrawals, this guide presents two easy and cost-effective methods to fulfill your LN payments while reducing friction.

🤓 TL;DR

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• Main Recommendation: Withdraw your BTC on-chain from Bybit to a hybrid Lightning-enabled wallet (e.g., Muun).

  These wallets will automatically open Lightning channels when they detect on-chain funds, letting you pay any Lightning invoice by incurring only the on-chain network fee.

• Alternative: Use an Intermediate Exchange.

  Sending BTC from Bybit to another exchange that supports Lightning withdrawals can simplify channel management and—depending on the exchange—reduce fees. The two most relevant options today are Kraken (fee-free Lightning withdrawals), and Binance **OKX and Kucoin** (nominal Lightning fee).

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⚡️ What is the Lightning Network?

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• The Lightning Network (LN) is a second-layer protocol built on top of Bitcoin that allows for faster and cheaper transactions by processing payments off-chain before settling them on the main blockchain. It’s designed for instant, low-fee transfers ideal for everyday use. </aside>

💡 Why Pay via Lightning Network?

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• Lightning payments are fast, secure, and low cost, perfect for BTC invoicing.
• This method supports clients who are both comfortable with exchanges and those preferring self-custody wallets. </aside>

🧩 What is a Lightning Invoice?

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• It’s a payment request generated through the Bitcoin Lightning Network. It contains all the details—amount, destination, and expiration time—needed to complete a transaction instantly and at very low cost. </aside>

💳 What is the Sequence Payment Gateway?

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• It is an automated billing system that generates a unique, single-use payment link for each invoice.

• Every billing cycle (approximately every 4 to 6 weeks), users receive an invoice by email containing their personalized payment link.

• Each link opens a secure portal where payments can be made via Bitcoin, Lightning, or USDT/USDC (processed through FixedFloat).

• Once the payment is completed, it is automatically reconciled with your Sequence account — there’s no need to send your TxID or confirmation manually.

• Each link is valid only for that specific invoice and cannot be reused for future payments.

• 🎥 For a full overview, watch:

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TfJUXfhRh30

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📒 How to Pay your Lightning Invoice?

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• Option 1: BTC via Bitcoin Network (on-chain) – funded from Bybit → Muun → Sequence. Any payment level.

  Paying with Bitcoin (On-Chain via Muun Wallet)

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• Option 2: BTC via Lightning (fastest and cheapest) – also from Bybit → Muun → Sequence. Payments below $2,500.

  Paying with Bitcoin (Lightning Network via Muun Wallet)

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• Option 3: USDT / USDC payments (via FixedFloat) – funded directly from Bybit or any exchange. Recommended for payments below $2,500.

  Paying with USDT or USDC (via FixedFloat Conversion)

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• Option 4: Pay directly from a Lightning-enabled Exchange </aside>