Currency

Bulgarian currency is called Lev (BGL), plural: Leva. One Lev is made up of 100 stotinki. It is tied to the EURO and the exchange rate is fixed at EURO 1 = BGL 1,955.

Changing your money abroad
When changing Currency, it is best to play it safe. Stick with major banks. There are plenty of stalls offering better exchange rates and you may even get approached in the street with offers of great rates. These great deals rarely turn out to be as good as they seem and people have been sold the old valueless Leva or been the victim of a scam where they receive less than they should.

Credit Cards
Credit cards are not widely accepted in Bulgaria with the exception of major hotels, some shops and rent-a-car offices. It is not advisable to rely on your credit card and you should always carry sufficient cash.