Money & duty free for Albania
Exchange rates:
LekC$1 = Lek96.92
€1 = Lek135.5
£1 = Lek161.05
US$1 = Lek130.01
Currency & Money
Lek (ALL; symbol Lek). Notes are in denominations of Lek5,000, 2,000, 1,000, 500 and 200.
Coins are in denominations of Lek100, 50, 20, 10, 5 and 1.
ATMs are widespread; most towns have at least one. Most banks, large supermarkets and hotels accept major credit and debit cards. In other settings like small shops and taxis, cash is used.
The import and export of local currency is prohibited. The import of foreign currency is unlimited. The export of foreign currency is permitted up to $5000, but higher amounts should be declared.
Albania duty free
The following items may be imported into Albania without incurring customs duty:
Prohibited imports include firearms and ammunition, narcotics, certain endangered plant species, certain animals and their products, and goods which threaten public order.