VALR Blog
VALR Perps Launch Competition - ending soon
Participate in VALR’s Perps Trading Competition and rank among the top 10 traders by volume to share a $2,000 USDC prize pool. Access 200+ markets with leverage, including global equities, stock indices, commodities, precious metals, forex, and crypto.
VALR’s Simple Buy & Sell Monthly Draw
Trade via VALR Simple Buy & Sell and you could earn rewards! Reach monthly trading volume tiers to automatically enter exciting prize draws. Every buy and sell transaction counts towards your total volume. The promotion runs from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027. Simply log in or register, complete KYC2 verification, and start trading today.
VALR’s New User Promotion
From May 2026 until the end of April 2027, new verified users on VALR, who make at least one trade, may be eligible to receive an iPhone Air or $250 in Bitcoin. Each month, one randomly selected new user will be awarded an iPhone, while two randomly selected new users will each receive $250 in Bitcoin.
Mobile Money Deposit Fee Rebate and Referral Promotion
Earn crypto rewards on VALR by depositing via Mobile Money. Get 50% of fees back in BTC up to $200 per month and 20% referral rewards in USDT. Limited-time offer, first come, first served.
VALR Pay: Shop to Stack Promotion
Shop with VALR Pay and earn crypto rewards. Pay at any VALR Pay–enabled retailer using ZAR, USDT, USDC, or supported cryptocurrencies and get 2.5% back in crypto or xStocks, up to R2,500 per month. Rewards are paid to your VALR wallet within 7 days after each monthly promotion period, from a R50,000 monthly reward pool.
VALR’s Referral Quest
From 20 - 24 February 2026, refer friends to VALR and take part in a community-focused rewards campaign. Verified referrals can earn from a $1,250 reward pool, and one randomly selected new referral stands the chance to earn a $250 crypto reward for trading above the required amount.
Kenya KYC & Trade Promotion
Kenyan crypto fans, big rewards await! VALR’s Kenya KYC & Trade Promotion runs 9–15 Feb 2026. New & existing users: complete KYC Level 2 + $500 trading volume on Simple Buy & Sell to qualify for mystery gifts (Futures fee discounts or crypto airdrops) from $500 pools. 10 randomly selected new users who complete both stand the chance to receive a $25 crypto airdrop!
VALR Pay Promotion: Up to 25% Cashback
Unlock rewards with VALR Pay this February! Spend at any VALR Pay–enabled retailer using ZAR, USDT, USDC or supported crypto and stand a chance to get up to 25% cashback from a R50,000 reward pool. Randomly selected shoppers will receive their rebate in USDT after the promotion ends.
Checkout Promotion: ZERO Fee Deposits
Enjoy zero deposit and purchase fees when you fund your VALR account via Checkout. From 15 December 2025 to 31 January 2026, eligible, fully verified users can get their Checkout fees rebated in USDC, with up to 500 USDC back per month. Simply deposit or buy crypto using card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay via Checkout and start saving.
VALR Pay Promotion: Up to 100% Cashback
Unlock festive rewards with VALR Pay this December! Spend at any VALR Pay–enabled retailer using ZAR, USDT, USDC or supported crypto and stand a chance to get up to 100% cashback from a R100,000 reward pool. Randomly selected shoppers will receive their rebate in USDT after the promotion ends.
RLUSD & XRP Spot Trading Competition
We invite you to participate in the RLUSD & XRP Spot Trading Competition on VALR, running from 1 December to 31 December 2025. With a 10,000 RLUSD reward pool available, this is an opportunity for both new and existing traders to compete for rewards.
xStocks Trade2Earn Trading Competition
Join VALR’s xStocks Trade2Earn Promotion, running from 7 October to 3 November 2025. This campaign invites VALR users residing in South Africa to earn rewards through a range of trading activities. Participants can enjoy a 5% reward on xStocks purchases, compete for Top Maker and Taker prizes based on trading volume, and stand a chance to receive weekly random xStocks airdrops.
RLUSD & XRP Trading Competition
We invite you to participate in the RLUSD & XRP Spot Trading Competition on VALR, running from 1 September to 30 September 2025. With a 10,000 RLUSD reward pool available, this is an opportunity for both new and existing traders to compete for rewards.
VALR's First Buy, First Earn Milestone Edition
Sign up on VALR between 1 and 25 August, buy $50+ in crypto, hold it, and earn rewards of up to $20 - plus stand a chance to win $50 in crypto.
VALR's First Buy, First Earn July Edition
Join VALR’s promotion for new customers and earn up to $20 in Bitcoin. Simply sign up, complete verification, and purchase crypto.
VALR’s First Futures Trade Promotion (Extended)
Join VALR’s First Futures Trade Promotion from 1 August to 7 September 2025. Place your first $50+ Futures trade, unlock Mystery Gifts, and earn weekly rewards including 100 USDT for top traders.
Fully Verified Mystery Gift Promotion
Unlock crypto rewards with the VALR Fully Verified Mystery Gift Promotion. Sign up between 1 April and 31 July 2025, complete full account verification, and get a chance to win rewards like discounted Futures trading fees or crypto rewards up to $250. The promotion runs from 1 July to 7 August 2025, with a $2,000 reward pool.
MoonPay First Deposit Promotion: Make Your First Deposit via MoonPay on VALR
Deposit via MoonPay on VALR and get 20% cashback in USDT, plus stand a chance to earn weekly BTC rewards. Offer valid from 16 June - 13 July 2025.
First Futures Trade Promotion
Make your first Futures trade on VALR and earn a Mystery Gift worth up to 200 USDT. Open to new and existing users who haven’t traded Futures. Promotion ends 30 June 2025.
VALR's First Buy, First Earn: Bitcoin Edition
New to VALR? Sign up, verify your account, and buy $50+ in crypto to unlock $10 in Bitcoin, plus stand a chance to earn an extra $25. Offer ends 25 June 2025.