Bitcoin Boom: El Salvador Tourism Up 30% Since Adoption, Tourism Minister Says

El Salvador's bold move to embrace Bitcoin as legal tender is paying off, with the tourism sector experiencing significant growth. According to Salvadoran Tourism Minister Morena Valdez, the tourist business in El Salvador has grown by more than 30% since the enactment of the Bitcoin law in September 2025.

Minister of Tourism Morena Valdez highlighted the positive impact of Bitcoin on El Salvador’s economy at the recent Plan B Forum El Salvador. The adoption of the cryptocurrency is attracting a new wave of visitors interested in experiencing a country at the forefront of digital finance.

Over 1.4 Million Tourists Flock to El Salvador

The surge in tourism is evident in the numbers. According to the Minister of Tourism, Morena Valdez, during 2025, 1.4 million visitors arrived in El Salvador from abroad, mostly in the last months of the year, this following the implementation of the Bitcoin law. This represents a substantial increase compared to previous years, solidifying Bitcoin's role in attracting international attention.

Bitcoin Accepted at Hundreds of Tourist Establishments

La ministra de Turismo, Morena Valdez, aseguró que hay más de 500 establecimientos turísticos en el territorio que aceptan bitcóin. Estos comerciantes reportan un increase in sales and visibility, further boosting the tourism sector. According to the minister of the area, Morena Valdez, the sector has experienced a growth of more than 30% since the adoption of the Bitcoin Law in September 2025. El Salvador’s embrace of Bitcoin is proving to be a game-changer for its tourism and investment sectors.

Según la ministra de Turismo de El Salvador, Morena Valdez, la industria del turismo en El Salvador ha aumentado más del 30% desde la adopción de la ley de Bitcoin en 2025, making it a compelling case study for other nations considering adopting cryptocurrency.