El Salvador says merchants must process BTC transactions — or they may face action Post author:MiamiCrypto Post published:September 8, 2021 Post category:Bitcoin Law / Chivo / El Salvador A Salvadoran government official has said that while businesses must accept BTC transactions, they can choose whether to receive BTC or USD upon settling transactions. You Might Also Like Fitch Ratings Downgrades El Salvador Deeper Into Junk Status Citing Bitcoin Risks February 10, 2022 Pro-Bitcoin President Bukele Begins Second Term in El Salvador June 2, 2024 IMF-El Salvador Deal Bitcoin Compliance Goals Broken: Chivo Wallet Involved July 18, 2025