What Currency Does Georgia Use?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Exchange rate (approximate):
1 USD ≈ 2.6347 GEL
1 GBP ≈ 3.532 GEL
Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.
GEL converter
100 GEL ≈ 37.95 USD
Lari conversion table
| Amount | USD → GEL | GBP → GEL | EUR → GEL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.6347 | 3.532 | 3.0094 |
| 5 | 13.17 | 17.66 | 15.05 |
| 10 | 26.35 | 35.32 | 30.09 |
| 20 | 52.69 | 70.64 | 60.19 |
| 50 | 131.74 | 176.60 | 150.47 |
| 100 | 263.47 | 353.20 | 300.94 |
| 500 | 1,317 | 1,766 | 1,505 |
| 1,000 | 2,635 | 3,532 | 3,009 |
| GEL | → USD | → GBP | → EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.3795 | 0.2831 | 0.3323 |
| 5 | 1.8977 | 1.4156 | 1.6615 |
| 10 | 3.7955 | 2.8313 | 3.323 |
| 20 | 7.591 | 5.6625 | 6.6459 |
| 50 | 18.98 | 14.16 | 16.61 |
| 100 | 37.95 | 28.31 | 33.23 |
| 500 | 189.77 | 141.56 | 166.15 |
| 1,000 | 379.55 | 283.13 | 332.30 |
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 GEL is worth about 0.3795 USD. Of the 141 currencies covered on this site, the Lari ranks 21st 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.
Travel Money Card
Travelling to Georgia? Avoid poor airport exchange rates — a prepaid travel money card or multi-currency card usually gets you a far better deal on Lari spending.
What is money called in Georgia?
Money in Georgia is called the Lari — its ISO 4217 currency code is GEL, and its symbol is ₾. The Lari is the official legal tender in Georgia 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 Georgia currency or simply money in Georgia.
Is the Lari used anywhere else?
No — Georgia is the only country on this site using the Lari as its official currency.
Practical money tips for Georgia
Card payments are widely accepted in most cities, but it's still worth carrying some Lari 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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Georgia in context
- Georgia covers 69,700 km², making it the 119th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 4 countries: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Russia, Turkey.
- With 4,000,921 people, Georgia holds about 1.3% of the population of Western Asia.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Georgia is a member state of the United Nations.
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Georgia currency — FAQ
What is the currency of Georgia?
The currency of Georgia is the Lari (currency code: GEL, symbol: ₾).
What is the currency code for Georgia?
The ISO 4217 currency code for the Lari is GEL.
What is the Lari symbol?
The symbol for the Lari is ₾. You will see this on price tags and receipts throughout Georgia.
What currency is used in Georgia?
The official currency used in Georgia is the Lari (GEL).
Can I use US dollars in Georgia?
The official currency of Georgia is the Lari, not the US dollar. While USD may be accepted in some tourist hotels and major cities, you will generally get better rates paying in Lari and should exchange money before or on arrival.
What is the exchange rate for Georgia?
As of July 2026, approximately 1 USD = 2.6347 GEL and 1 GBP = 3.532 GEL. Rates change daily — always check a live source before travelling or sending money.
What is money called in Georgia?
Money in Georgia is called the Lari (GEL).
Do other countries use the Lari?
No — Georgia is the only country on this site using the Lari as its official currency.
What is the Georgian currency?
The Georgian currency is the Lari (GEL), the official money of Georgia.
How much is 100 GEL in US dollars?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 GEL is about 37.95 USD or 28.31 GBP. Use the converter above for other amounts.
How much is 100 US dollars in Lari?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 USD is about 263.47 GEL.
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