Skip to content
Crypto CardCardsLava Private
VisaIssued by Private Banking Partner
View the Lava issuer page
Full KYCSelf-custodyVisaCredit

Lava Private

Private Banking Partner · 220+ countries and territories (US & Global Private Client focus) · Personal & business

7.4/10
310 reviews

Bitcoin-backed Visa Infinite credit card with segregated BTC cold storage, 0% FX and 1%–5% BTC back

Cashback
5%
FX fee
0%
Annual fee
None
In United States
Available
Get Lava Private Compare Affiliate link · issuer may pay us a commission
VirtualBTCUSDCUSDT
The verdict

Is Lava Private worth it?

Lava Private pairs segregated, self-custodial Bitcoin cold-storage credit lines with a Visa Infinite card across 220+ countries. Bitcoin holders can borrow and spend USD without selling their BTC, paying $0 annual fee and 0% FX spread while earning 1% to 5% cashback in Bitcoin.

Pros

  • 1% to 5% cashback paid in Bitcoin
  • 0% annual fee, 0% FX fee and 0% FX spread
  • Segregated self-custodial Bitcoin vault + Visa Infinite travel perks

Cons

  • Virtual card only
  • Requires locking Bitcoin collateral to establish credit line
  • $10,000 default daily spend limit
Full transparency

Fees, limits & requirements

Reviewed Oct 2026
Issuance fee
Free
One-time card creation
Annual fee
None
Monthly fees included where applicable
Crypto top-up
0%
0%
FX fee
0%
0%
ATM fee
0%
Virtual Visa Infinite (no ATM cash withdrawals)
Max daily spend
$10,000
Subject to KYC tier and issuer limits
Monthly ATM limit
No ATM access
Virtual Visa Infinite (no ATM cash withdrawals)
KYC
Full KYC
Full KYC
Custody
Self-custody
Funds remain in your wallet until settlement
Card network
Visa
credit card · issued by Private Banking Partner
Funding

Supported crypto & networks

Tokens

BTCUSDCUSDT
Payout token:BTCStaking: Secured by segregated Bitcoin cold storage vault collateral
Eligibility

Where is Lava Private available?

220+ countries and territories (US & Global Private Client focus)
Available in United States according to the issuer's published list.

Availability lists change frequently. Confirm eligibility with Private Banking Partner before applying.

FAQ

Lava Private — common questions

Is Lava Private available in United States?+

Lava Private is listed as available in 220+ countries and territories (US & Global Private Client focus). Our data currently shows it as available in United States. Always confirm eligibility with Private Banking Partner before applying.

What fees does Lava Private charge?+

Lava Private has no issuance fee, no annual fee, a 0% crypto top-up fee and a 0% FX fee. ATM withdrawals cost 0%. 0%

Does Lava Private support Apple Pay and Google Pay?+

Lava Private supports Apple Pay and Google Pay. You can add the virtual card to your mobile wallet after issuance.

Is Lava Private self-custody?+

Yes. Lava Private is non-custodial: your assets stay in your own wallet until the moment of settlement. You remain responsible for key management and wallet security.

How does Lava Private cashback work?+

Lava Private offers 1%–5% cashback. Rewards are paid in BTC. Staking requirement: Secured by segregated Bitcoin cold storage vault collateral. Cashback is modelled at the maximum published tier in our calculator.

Data note: fees, limits and availability are illustrative seed data for this build. Always confirm with the issuer. Card trademarks belong to their respective owners.