Cash usage
Card and cash acceptance varies across Romania; travelers should keep access to the local currency for merchants that do not accept their preferred payment method.
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Romania Currency Guide
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Currency overview
Romanian Leu in Romania
Monetary framework
Romania uses the Romanian leu as its official currency.
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RON0.22096 USD1 RON = 0.22096029 USD
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RON at a glance
CurrencyRomanian Leu
ISO codeRON
Symbollei
Minor unitBan
Decimal places2
Central bankNational Bank of Romania
Currency typeOfficial currency
Money usage guide
Local money guide for Romania
Official use
Romania uses the Romanian leu as its official currency.
Payment environment
Card and cash acceptance varies across Romania; travelers should keep access to the local currency for merchants that do not accept their preferred payment method.
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Cash, cards and local payments
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FAQ
Romania currency questions
Which currency is used in Romania?
Romania uses the Romanian leu as its official currency.
Does Romania have multiple official currencies?
Romania has one official currency: the Romanian leu (RON).
How can I compare the Romanian leu?
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