Venezuela Bitcoin Reserve Overview
Public trackers list roughly 240 BTC attributed to the Venezuelan state; the figure is old and unverified, so it is not counted in our total. The Petro was discontinued, and crypto use is driven by inflation.
This page tracks publicly disclosed Bitcoin holdings, mining policy, and cryptocurrency regulation for Venezuela. As of November 13, 2026, no verified sovereign Bitcoin reserve is publicly disclosed for Venezuela.
Venezuela Reserve Status
- Sovereign Bitcoin Reserve: None
- Legal status of Bitcoin: No dedicated crypto law
- Region: South America
- ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code: VE
- Last verified: November 13, 2026
Venezuela Bitcoin Reserve FAQs
Does Venezuela hold Bitcoin reserves?
Venezuela does not hold a verified sovereign Bitcoin reserve as of November 13, 2026. Current reserve status: None.
How much Bitcoin does Venezuela own in 2026?
Venezuela has no verified sovereign Bitcoin holdings on record as of November 13, 2026. Any future acquisitions will be reflected here once confirmed.
Is Bitcoin legal in Venezuela?
Venezuela has no dedicated cryptocurrency law in force, so Bitcoin is neither specifically authorised nor banned. Classification from a legality map compiled from Library of Congress reporting, last updated June 2026. Public trackers list roughly 240 BTC attributed to the Venezuelan state; the figure is old and unverified, so it is not counted in our total. The Petro was discontinued, and crypto use is driven by inflation.
Does Venezuela have a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve?
Venezuela's reserve status is classified as 'None'. A Strategic Bitcoin Reserve is a government-held Bitcoin stockpile; this page tracks whether Venezuela has established, proposed, or has no such reserve, with the verified timeline above.
How did Venezuela acquire its Bitcoin?
Because Venezuela holds no verified Bitcoin reserve, there is no acquisition history to report. This section will update if that changes.
Is cryptocurrency taxed in Venezuela?
Crypto taxation varies by jurisdiction and commonly covers capital gains, income, or VAT/GST treatment. For Venezuela, consult the policy summary above and a qualified local tax advisor, as rules change frequently.
Can you legally buy and hold Bitcoin in Venezuela?
In most jurisdictions individuals may buy and hold Bitcoin through registered exchanges, though some apply licensing or restrictions. Review Venezuela's regulatory stance above ('None') for the current position.
What is Venezuela's cryptocurrency regulation?
Petro CBDC discontinued; crypto adoption driven by hyperinflation.
Is Bitcoin mining allowed in Venezuela?
Bitcoin mining policy ranges from full support to outright bans depending on energy policy and regulation. The country summary and timeline above note any mining-specific rules applicable to Venezuela.
When was Venezuela's Bitcoin policy last updated?
This page reflects the latest verified data as of November 13, 2026, compiled from primary sources including the Federal Register, government press releases, parliamentary records, and on-chain analysis.
How is Venezuela's Bitcoin reserve data verified?
All figures are cross-checked against primary sources: government press releases, parliamentary and court records, on-chain forensic analysis, and reputable journalism (Reuters, Cointelegraph, CoinDesk). Estimates are clearly marked where attribution is contested.