Currency in albania

Currency in Albania is the Albanian lek, and these articles explain how money works for visitors, with wider advice on when to go and what to expect. Albania is not in the eurozone, so it helps to understand the lek before you arrive: how prices are written, where cards are accepted and when cash is still the easier option. The main guide here explains the Albanian lek in detail for travellers, from paying in a seaside cafe to handling change. It sits alongside a seasonal guide to the best time to visit Albania and a list of interesting facts about the country.