Albuquerque Bans Bitcoin ATMs, Sets 45-Day Removal Deadline

City Order Targets Cryptocurrency Kiosks

Albuquerque has banned Bitcoin ATMs in the city. Operators must remove all such machines within 45 days, according to a Decrypt report.

Key Facts From the Announcement

• The ban applies to Bitcoin ATMs in Albuquerque.
• A 45-day window has been set for operators to comply.
• The decision was reported by Decrypt on September 11, 2026.

Confirmed Details and Next Steps

The only confirmed facts are the ban and the 45-day removal timeline. The source does not provide reasons for the ban, specific locations affected, or any exceptions.

Operators now have until approximately October 26, 2026, to remove their Bitcoin ATMs from Albuquerque to comply with the order.

Sources

• Decrypt