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The Romanian leu is the official currency of Romania.

Official currency
Romanian Leu (RON)
RegionEurope
Central bankNational Bank of Romania

Country money overview

Currency arrangements

Official currencyRomanian Leu (RON, lei)
Central bankNational Bank of Romania
Currency arrangementRomania uses RON as official currency.

Paying in Romania

Cash, cards and local payments

Cash use

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.

Travel money guidance

Planning a conversion

Before travel

Compare card, ATM and cash-exchange costs in RON, including any disclosed spread, fixed fee and foreign-transaction charge.

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Romania currency questions

Which currency is used in Romania?

The Romanian leu is the official currency of Romania.

Does Romania have multiple official currencies?

Romania has one official currency: the Romanian leu (RON).

How can I compare the Romanian leu?

Use the conversion links on this page to compare Romania's official currency with other major currencies.