Bulgaria is technically ready for the introduction of the euro, only minor tasks remained. This was stated by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of the country Asen Vasilev, writes Vesti.ru.
Thus, from January 1, 2024, Bulgaria will go to euro.
“It is necessary to conduct an explanatory campaign so that everyone can understand what this transition means,” said A. Vasilev, speaking in parliament.
five months before the introduction and a year after the beginning of the appeal of the official currency eurozone prices in stores will be indicated in the left, and in euro.
In January-June 2024, citizens will be able to exchange left at euro for free. The exchange rate of the national currency will remain unchanged at this time – 1,95583 lev for Euro.
Euro (€) is a single currency for 19 out of 27 EU countries. Bulgaria will become the 20th dick of the eurozone.