Exchange rates in Bulgaria

[Brian and Joan Hughes]

Hi
Could anyone tell me what the exchange rate is at the moment in Bulgaria, and is there commision to pay. The best that I have found in the UK is 2.18 Lev - £1

Thanks

Brian

[DENIS TRACEY]

Hi Brian best rates are normally obtained from the main banks in sunny beach

[Bridget]

If you have time before your holiday open a Nationwide Flexi Account and withdraw money from that, there are numerous ATMs, and you will get a better exchange rate lev to the pound and no withdrawal fees either. You can open an account online as well.

[June]

At the moment it is 2.18 at the banks, it is worth remembering that Bulgaria has one of the highest ATM frauds in Europe, so when you use one please please make sure that everything is OK with the machine

[Brian and Joan Hughes]

Thanks to you all for the tips.

[Paul and Irene]

We also have a Nationwide Flexi Account which we intend to use this year, can anyone tell us if there is a charge levied by the ATM operators to use their services.

[julie]

Hi Paul and Irene
I used my Nationwide last season and there were no charges also they give you the best exchange rate at the time of withdrawal.

Julie

[Garyjs]

Presently no charges for the Flex account in Bulgaria

Most educated travellers have one & don't have to keep asking where to change money as they know they are getting the best rate, & don't have to take a wad of cash

But sadly some people just don't like change, & keep on asking

Wise up make hay, eventually this FREE Service may not be

Gary

[Paul and Irene]

Many thanks for the replies.