DolarApp

DolarApp

Currency exchange and transfers platform

Overview

DolarApp is a fintech platform that makes currency exchange, international transfers, and digital dollar investments easier and cheaper. In the app, users can convert their local currency to US dollars at competitive rates and send money to or from the US with a flat $3 transfer fee, including SPEI-to-digital-dollar conversions when sending from Mexico. The service combines currency exchange, transfers, and digital dollar investing in one app, with transparent pricing and no hidden charges. Its goal is to lower the cost and complexity of moving money across borders and obtaining dollars for travelers and US-based transactions.

YC Company

About DolarApp

Simplify's Rating
Why DolarApp is rated
B
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated A on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Fintech

Financial Services

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Early VC

Total Funding

$75.1M

Headquarters

Mexico City, Mexico

Founded

2021

Simplify Jobs

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • $70M funding from Sequoia, Founders Fund fuels ARQ rebrand and credit expansion.
  • Paymentology partnership scales secure card issuing across Mexico and LatAm.
  • 2M users drive $10B annualized volume in Argentina, Brazil, Colombia markets.

What critics are saying

  • Rebrand to ARQ confuses 2M users, eroding loyalty in 3-6 months.
  • Wise undercuts $3 fee with lower costs, eroding $10B volume in 6-12 months.
  • Mercado Pago's 5% cashback poaches users via 100M base in 12-18 months.

What makes DolarApp unique

  • ARQ provides USDc accounts with US ACH details without SSN for LatAm users.
  • Offers fee-free Mastercard with 4% cashback and Apple/Google Pay integration.
  • Enables instant peso-to-USDc conversion and 4% APY savings via mobile app.

Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?

Funding

Total Funding

$75.1M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

3 Rounds

Notable Investors:
Early VC funding comparison data is currently unavailable. We're working to provide this information soon!
Early VC Funding Comparison
Coming Soon

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Remote Work Options

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Stock Options

Discretionary performance bonus (stock options)

Flexible Work Hours

Wellness Program

Conference Attendance Budget

Family Planning Benefits

Fertility Treatment Support

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

0%
LATAM Airlines
Mar 4th, 2026
DollarApp raises $70M from Sequoia and Founders Fund

DollarApp raises $70M from sequoia and founders fund. Dollar App is a dollar USDc account where users can receive, send, and pay in pesos or dollars. Through DolarApp, users can also save in USDc and pay with a global Mastercard that offers up to 4% cash back. With the funds, the fintech will transition its brand from DolarApp to ARQ. ARQ will integrate services including the buying and management of digital dollars and euros, cross-border payments, international cards for travel and online purchases, digital-dollar investment tools, and credit products. ARQ reports more than 2 million users across Latin America and over $10B in annualized transaction volume. ARQ also employs more than 100 people across New York, Buenos Aires, São Paulo, Kraków, Mexico City, Bogotá, and London.

LA NACION
Mar 3rd, 2026
ARQ raises $70M to challenge banks with global finance platform for Latin America

DolarApp, a global financial services platform, has raised $70 million in a funding round led by Sequoia Capital, Founders Fund and Kaszek. The company is rebranding as ARQ and expanding beyond international money transfers to become a comprehensive daily finance management tool. Founded in Mexico in 2022, the company operates in Argentina, Colombia and Brazil, offering digital dollar and euro accounts via mobile. It has surpassed $10 billion in annualised transaction volume and serves over two million clients globally. ARQ targets high-income professionals and globally mobile users, positioning itself as an alternative to traditional banking. The platform now includes investment options and a Prestige credit card, aiming to manage everyday finances alongside international payments and cryptocurrency transactions.

FF News
Aug 9th, 2023
Paymentology And Dolarapp Enables Millions Of Mexicans To Buy Anywhere In Usd Fee-Free

Paymentology, the leading global issuer-processor, today announces its partnership with DolarApp, the Mexican startup which provides digital dollar accounts to consumers across Latin America.Established in 2021, DolarApp has emerged as a pioneering force in Latin America by introducing its USD-denominated credit card. The card grants consumers the ability to send and receive transfers from multiple countries, dollarise their financial transactions with digital dollars and pay with an international card issued by Mastercard in any currency at the best rates – both when they travel and everyday expenses. DolarApp is the first provider in Mexico to offer this service with no foreign exchange (FX) fees and transparent market rates, opening doors for millions of Mexican travelers to spend freely and economically, at the best rates with full transparency.Paymentology plays a vital role in providing DolarApp with a fast and scalable card payment program, along with first-class tokenization and security services. The services enabled through Paymentology encompasses virtual & physical Mastercard card processing, 3DSecure technology, Apple Pay, and Google Pay.As a result of this partnership, DolarApp is proudly the pioneering organization in Mexico, offering the convenience of both Google Pay and Apple Pay to its customers. This collaboration has revolutionised payment options, ensuring a seamless and secure experience for users in the country, and when travelling, while providing a reliable platform that supports DolarApp’s growth and expansion plans.Alvaro Correa, Co-Founder & COO at DolarApp commented: “We are delighted to collaborate with Paymentology as our strategic partner for card issuing and processing in Mexico. Their exceptional expertise and track record in the industry, coupled with their ability to provide tailor-made and agile payment solutions, perfectly align with DolarApp’s vision and requirements

Finextra Research
Aug 9th, 2023
Mexico's DolarApp turns to Paymentology for card processing services

Established in 2021, DolarApp has emerged as a pioneering force in Latin America by introducing its USD-denominated credit card.

Hyper LATAM
Jan 17th, 2023
Meet Dolarapp, Mexico’S Startup For Saving In Usd

DolarApp allows users to open a bank account going from peso to dollar dominated stablecoin USD Coin (USDc) and back in seconds. They can also save in USDc, earning 3% annually, and pay with an international Mastercard with up to 4% cash back. In addition, users can send and receive payments in the United States for a flat fee of $3 versus the $3 fee plus 2% charge that other money transfer companies charge. The company makes money from the flat transfer fee and from revenue on the balances.DolarApp was founded by three ex-Revolut employees; Zach Garman, Álvaro Correa and Fernando Terrés, who were part of the Y Combinator Summer 2021 batch

Recently Posted Jobs

Sign up to get curated job recommendations

There are no jobs for DolarApp right now.

Find jobs on Simplify and start your career today

We update DolarApp's jobs every few hours, so check again soon! Browse all jobs →