What Currency Does Albania Use?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Exchange rate (approximate):
1 USD ≈ 82.22 ALL
1 GBP ≈ 110.22 ALL
Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.
ALL converter
100 ALL ≈ 1.2162 USD
Albanian lek conversion table
| Amount | USD → ALL | GBP → ALL | EUR → ALL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 82.22 | 110.22 | 93.91 |
| 5 | 411.11 | 551.12 | 469.57 |
| 10 | 822.21 | 1,102 | 939.13 |
| 20 | 1,644 | 2,204 | 1,878 |
| 50 | 4,111 | 5,511 | 4,696 |
| 100 | 8,222 | 11,022 | 9,391 |
| 500 | 41,110 | 55,112 | 46,957 |
| 1,000 | 82,221 | 110,225 | 93,913 |
| ALL | → USD | → GBP | → EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0122 | 0.0091 | 0.0106 |
| 5 | 0.0608 | 0.0454 | 0.0532 |
| 10 | 0.1216 | 0.0907 | 0.1065 |
| 20 | 0.2432 | 0.1814 | 0.213 |
| 50 | 0.6081 | 0.4536 | 0.5324 |
| 100 | 1.2162 | 0.9072 | 1.0648 |
| 500 | 6.0812 | 4.5362 | 5.3241 |
| 1,000 | 12.16 | 9.0724 | 10.65 |
Indicative rates (July 2026). Banks and card providers add their own margin and fees, so the amount you actually receive will differ slightly.
Against the US dollar, 1 ALL is worth about 0.0122 USD. Of the 141 currencies covered on this site, the Albanian lek ranks 83rd by value per unit (1st = the most US dollars per unit). A high or low number says nothing about economic strength — it simply reflects how the currency is denominated.
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Travelling to Albania? Avoid poor airport exchange rates — a prepaid travel money card or multi-currency card usually gets you a far better deal on Albanian lek spending.
What is money called in Albania?
Money in Albania is called the Albanian lek — its ISO 4217 currency code is ALL, and its symbol is L. The Albanian lek is the official legal tender in Albania and is used for all everyday transactions — from paying for goods and services to converting money at banks and exchange bureaus. When travelling, you may also see it referred to as the Albania currency or simply money in Albania.
Is the Albanian lek used anywhere else?
No — Albania is the only country on this site using the Albanian lek as its official currency.
Practical money tips for Albania
Card payments are widely accepted in most cities, but it's still worth carrying some Albanian lek in cash for smaller vendors, local transport and rural areas. Notify your bank before travelling to avoid transactions being blocked, and compare card fees — many cards charge a foreign transaction fee that a dedicated travel money card avoids.
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Albania in context
- Albania covers 28,748 km², making it the 140th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 4 countries: Montenegro, Greece, North Macedonia, Kosovo.
- With 2,363,314 people, Albania holds about 5.2% of the population of Southeast Europe.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Albania is a member state of the United Nations.
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Albania currency — FAQ
What is the currency of Albania?
The currency of Albania is the Albanian lek (currency code: ALL, symbol: L).
What is the currency code for Albania?
The ISO 4217 currency code for the Albanian lek is ALL.
What is the Albanian lek symbol?
The symbol for the Albanian lek is L. You will see this on price tags and receipts throughout Albania.
What currency is used in Albania?
The official currency used in Albania is the Albanian lek (ALL).
Can I use US dollars in Albania?
The official currency of Albania is the Albanian lek, not the US dollar. While USD may be accepted in some tourist hotels and major cities, you will generally get better rates paying in Albanian lek and should exchange money before or on arrival.
What is the exchange rate for Albania?
As of July 2026, approximately 1 USD = 82.22 ALL and 1 GBP = 110.22 ALL. Rates change daily — always check a live source before travelling or sending money.
What is money called in Albania?
Money in Albania is called the Albanian lek (ALL).
Do other countries use the Albanian lek?
No — Albania is the only country on this site using the Albanian lek as its official currency.
What is the Albanian currency?
The Albanian currency is the Albanian lek (ALL), the official money of Albania.
What is the currency of the Republic of Albania?
The Republic of Albania is the formal name of Albania. Its currency is the Albanian lek (ALL).
How much is 100 ALL in US dollars?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 ALL is about 1.2162 USD or 0.9072 GBP. Use the converter above for other amounts.
How much is 100 US dollars in Albanian lek?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 USD is about 8,222 ALL.
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