Money & duty free for Kosovo
Exchange rates:
EuroC$1 = €0.72
£1 = €1.19
US$1 = €0.96
Currency & Money
Euro (EUR; symbol €) = 100 cents. Notes are in denominations of €500, 200, 100, 50, 20, 10 and 5. Coins are in denominations of €2 and 1, and 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 cents.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in Pristina and other larger towns, particularly in hotels, restaurants, supermarkets and shopping centres. Visa and Mastercard are the most commonly accepted cards, while American Express is less widely used.
Contactless payment is common in urban areas, and mobile payment services such as Apple Pay and Google Pay are increasingly accepted, especially in newer businesses and shopping centres.
Cash remains important in smaller towns, markets and some family-run businesses, so visitors should carry some euros for smaller purchases.
ATMs are widely available in Pristina and other major towns and cities. International debit and credit cards are generally accepted at bank-operated ATMs, though withdrawal fees may apply depending on the local bank and the traveller's home bank.
Amounts exceeding €10,000 (or equivalent) must be declared to customs authorities.
The currency used in Kosovo is the euro (EUR), despite Kosovo not being a member of the European Union or the eurozone. Foreign currency can be exchanged at banks and exchange offices in major towns and cities, though exchange facilities may be more limited outside urban areas.
ATMs are widely used by visitors and are often the most convenient way to obtain euros.
Kosovo duty free
Travellers aged 18 and over may import goods for personal use without paying customs duty within the following limits:
• 200 cigarettes or 100 cigarillos or 50 cigars or 250g of tobacco.
• 1L of spirits over 22% alcohol by volume or 2L of alcoholic beverages under 22%.
• 4L of wine.
• 16L of beer.
• Other goods up to €300 for travellers arriving by land or rail, and up to €430 for travellers arriving by air.
Duty-free allowances are subject to change, sometimes at short notice due to policy updates or external factors. Information is correct at the time of writing; travellers should verify current allowances with official customs authorities before departure. We accept no liability for any inconvenience or loss arising from changes to these regulations.
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