As of late 2025, Shell has begun piloting the acceptance of Bitcoin payments for fuel and convenience store items at select stations in South Africa$BTC

. This initiative represents a significant move by the energy company to integrate cryptocurrency into everyday retail transactions. 

$BTC Binance +2

Key details regarding Shell and Bitcoin:

  • Location: The pilot program is currently specific to South Africa.

  • Mechanism: Transactions are supported by local crypto payment integration.

  • Alternative Payment: Globally, Shell gift cards can be purchased using Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies through third-party services like Bitrefill. 

    Bitrefill +4

It is advised to check with local Shell stations for direct crypto payment availability, as it is not yet a universal, global policy. $BTC