Recommended tools

Tools we think are useful when moving to El Salvador as a Bitcoiner. Always check the provider's terms yourself.

Health and travel insurance

SafetyWing Nomad Insurance

Travel medical insurance for nomads and new arrivals while you sort out residency.

Self-custody

Trezor hardware wallet

Keep your own keys before and after the move.

Self-custody

Ledger hardware wallet

Another popular hardware wallet option.

Privacy

NordVPN

Protect banking and exchange logins on café and hotel Wi-Fi.

Money transfer

Wise

Move dollars or other currencies abroad, for example to pay rent or lawyers.

Buy Bitcoin

River

US Bitcoin-only brokerage.

Spend Bitcoin

Bitrefill

Buy gift cards and phone top-ups with Bitcoin and Lightning.

Stays

Booking.com

Short stays while you scout El Zonte, San Salvador and beyond.

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