Bulgaria

Regulations Regarding Currency in Bulgaria

Any one wishing  to enter or to leave Bulgaria with cash of any currency type and amounting to the equivalent of Leva 8000 which is approximately £3,600 or more, must declare it to the customs officials. 

Should you wish to export cash of any currency  that amounts to the equivalent of 25,000 Leva which is approximately  £11,000 or more will be required to show documentation showing the origin funds plus proof that no outstanding liabilities are owed to the National Revenue Agency.

The new legislation on the controls of cash entering or leaving the EU applies in all EU Member States. A person entering or leaving the EU must declare the cash they are carrying should this amount to €10,000 or more;

Note: This includes cheques, travellers' cheques, money orders, etc.

This requirement does not apply to anyone travelling via the EU to a non-EU country, as long as the original journey started outside of the EU, nor to those travelling within the EU.

This information is for guidance only as requirements may change from time to time and we would advise you to check with the authorities prior to travelling to Bulgaria