Bitcoin mining hosting in Paraguay
Paraguay is the world's #4 Bitcoin mining country, powered almost entirely by Itaipú and Yacyretá hydro. Bull Miners hosts there from $0.0152/kWh at 1 available site. The trade-off: state utility ANDE's crypto contracts end on 31 December 2027, summer heat is harsh, and ANDE may curtail up to 300 hours a year.
Country data checked 2 November 2026 · live rates updated hourly
Our Paraguay sites (live)
| Site | Power rate | Monitored uptime | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paraguay | $0.0152/kWh | 98.90% | Available |
| Paraguay #2 | $0.0152/kWh | 98.85% | At capacity |
| Paraguay #3 | $0.0152/kWh | 98.80% | At capacity |
Power is billed on actual kWh and deducted from your miner's earnings; net earnings are credited to your balance daily. See hosting terms.
Paraguay mining at a glance
Public data, checked 2 November 2026. Sources linked.
| Factor | Paraguay |
|---|---|
| Power source | ~100% hydro (Itaipú, Yacyretá) · source |
| Utility crypto tariff (GCIE) | US$44.30/MWh (≈ $0.044/kWh), Oct 2026 · source |
| Contract horizon | All crypto contracts expire 31 Dec 2027 (ANDE: non-extendable) · source |
| Curtailment clause | Up to 95% of load, up to 300 h/year · source |
| Share of global hashrate | 4.8% (#4), Q4 2026 · source |
| Climate | Asunción Jan max 34 °C; annual mean 23 °C |
Who Paraguay suits
Best for hosting terms that finish before the end of 2027, and for hydro- or immersion-cooled machines that shrug off summer heat.
Cooling
Hot summers derate air-cooled miners. Hydro and immersion units hold their spec hashrate far better here.
Key risks
- The 31 Dec 2027 contract cliff — the post-2027 tariff regime is undecided, so any term beyond it carries price risk.
- Policy churn: preferential-tariff decrees issued in early 2026 were annulled on 9 June 2026.
- Peak-hour curtailment of up to 300 h/year plus summer heat lowers effective uptime.
Machines we recommend for Paraguay
| Model | Hashrate | Power | Price | Why |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bitmain Antminer S21 XP Hyd (473Th) | 473Th/s | 5,676 W | $6,499.00 | Hydro cooling, 12 J/TH — unaffected by ambient heat |
| Bitmain Antminer S23 Hyd (580Th/s) | 580Th/s | 5,510 W | $11,198.00 | 9.5 J/TH, the best margin per kWh we host |
| Bitdeer SealMiner A3 Pro Hydro (660Th) | 660Th/s | 8,250 W | $6,849.00 | 660 TH/s hydro unit for larger allocations |
Estimate profit at Paraguay rates with the mining calculator or compare all models on profitability.
Mining hosting in Paraguay — questions
Why is Paraguay popular for Bitcoin mining?
Because Itaipú and Yacyretá produce far more hydro power than Paraguay consumes, and the state utility ANDE sells it to miners on a dedicated tariff (US$44.30/MWh in October 2026). That combination of cheap, renewable surplus power made it the #4 mining country globally.
What happens to mining in Paraguay after 2027?
ANDE's crypto (GCIE) contracts all expire on 31 December 2027 and ANDE calls the date non-extendable. Miners are lobbying for an extension to 2037. Until that is settled, treat any hosting term past 2027 as carrying tariff risk.
Is crypto mining legal in Paraguay?
Yes, on a legal ANDE contract. Electricity theft for mining is criminalised under Law 7300, with prison terms and equipment seizure — one reason to use a licensed host rather than an informal site.
Does the heat affect miners in Paraguay?
Yes. Summer highs average 34 °C in Asunción, which pushes air-cooled ASICs to throttle. Hydro- and immersion-cooled models are the better fit.